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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Can’t Help Falling in Love (Solo Alto Saxophone Feature)
Originally recorded by Elvis Presley, this powerful ballad has become an enduring standard recorded by countless artists over the years. James Swearingen brings us a beautifully scored version for band that features an alto saxophone soloist, making this an effective addition to any concert.SKU: HL04001329 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Lullaby of Birdland
The jazz world mourns the loss of British pianist and composer George Shearing, who passed away in 2011. Here is his most famous composition in a carefully crafted arrangement for young bands. Every section gets to play the melody at some point, and there are solo options for any trumpet and sax. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7011849 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Lullaby of Birdland
Arranged in a medium up-tempo swing style and featuring an alto sax soloist at the top, here is a fabulous setting of this jazz standard for mature bands. Also featured is an extended sax soli with flugelhorn doubling the lead, as well as answers from the brass and shout sections for the entire band. Destined to become a staple in the repertoire.SKU: HL7011784 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose)(Solo Alto Sax Feature)
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4That Sunday That Summer (If I Had to Choose)(Solo Alto Sax Feature)
This wonderful tune from the early ’60s has become a standard recorded by countless artists over the years, most notably Nat King Cole. Mark’s setting as a solo feature for alto sax is in a smooth and lush ballad style, with a brief interlude in double time. Includes nice scoring and effective lines for the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7012011 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Too Close for Comfort
A Gordon Goodwin vocal chart! In addition to the vocal part, there are solo lead sheets for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet and trombone. Gordon has conceived this chart with the vocal intertwined into the fabric of the chart. Vocal keys are F, G and A-flat with modulations. Vocal range is low E below middle C to E-flat fourth space. As recorded on The Phat Pack CD. Outstanding!SKU: AL26890 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
What a Wonderful World
Made famous by Louis Armstrong, this is one standard that has stood the test of time. This very playable version is nicely scored with short features for each section. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL07470606 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
What a Wonderful World
Famously recorded by Louis Armstrong, Michael Mossman uses a moderate cha-cha style for a creative version of this classic melody. Even in this small band format there is an amazing variety in textures, harmonies and dynamics. Solo space is flexible and can be used to feature a number of different players.SKU: HL7012880 -