Abstract The term of mode as it applies to Western music theory has an extensive and far-reaching grasp. It has three main applications in musical practice, which historically tie to music. Still, since the 20th century, the benefit strays more toward designating certain kinds of norms or models for composition and improvisation. George Russell and … Continue reading J. Kerobo, “A Wider Lens: Positing George Russell’s Conception of Mode in a World Music Theory” Theorizing African American Music, Society for Music Theory, Case Western Reserve University, 2022, Cleveland, Ohio.