Henry Mancini
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Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3
Baby Elephant Walk/Peter Gunn
In this well-paced production the woodwinds and mallet percussion are featured on the famous melody of “Baby Elephant Walk.” Following a rock-style drum break, the low brass lead us into the ultimate spy theme “Peter Gunn,” with the full band blazing to an exciting finish.SKU: HL3745529 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Carol for Another Christmas
Henry Mancini’s lovely carol is yet another memorable melody from his rich library of film music. The song was featured in a 1964 film of the same name, a re-telling of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. This simple, elegant song is sure to please audiences and your players with this well-crafted arrangement for string ensemble.SKU: HL4491119 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Charade (Solo Trombone Feature)
Feature your trombone soloist on this unique samba setting of Henry Mancini’s popular standard! The soloist is alternated with flowing accompaniment passages, and later an ensemble shout that starts out in a full band unison. Moderate ranges and technical demands will allow you to focus on the style and feel of this marvelous arrangement.SKU: HL7011917 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Dreamsville
Dreamsville is an outstanding ballad style arrangement of a beautiful Henry Mancini song arranged by Vince Gassi. The 1st tenor sax has a few melody phrases and a brief solo, and the 1st trumpet range is to written D, fourth line. Nice harmonies throughout, pluseasy rhythm section parts which combine to produce a superb ensemble sound. The chart sounds full with reduced instrumentation and includes optional parts. (3:21)SKU: AL29777 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Dreamsville
What a neat idea to turn this Henry Mancini classic into a medium samba groove! Your lead trombonist receives some well-deserved feature time and is joined briefly by the entire bone section. The ensemble “shout” chorus begins with an ingenious unison line played softly to start, before turning things back over to the trombone solo. Nicely done!SKU: HL7011523 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Drummers’ Delight
Give your percussion section a chance in the spotlight with this appealing production number. With wonderful march-like melodies interspersed with feature spots for the drums, this is a great way to add variety and fun to your next concert.SKU: HL04003540 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Inspector Clouseau Theme
Ever the master at composing the perfect theme for any given situation, Henry Mancini created this gem that clearly brings to mind the bumbling antics of Peter Sellers as he portrays the hapless inspector from the various Pink Panther films. Sure to be an enjoyable and entertaining novelty number.SKU: HL4491559 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
It Had Better Be Tonight
It Had Better Be Tonight arranged by Scott Ragsdale is a great vocal chart! A samba treatment of this popular song, the vocalist range is G below the staff to middle line B. With great horn parts, lead trumpet range to written A, and a tempo around 104 BPM in cut time, this is an excellent vocal chart. Includes optional lead parts for B-flat, E-flat, and bass clef instruments. (3:19)SKU: AL41136 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
It Had Better Be Tonight (Key: Gmi-Ami)
Originally composed for the 1963 film The Pink Panther, this unique tune has enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the energetic samba version recorded by Michael Bublé. This one is fun for vocalist and band alike.SKU: HL7500127 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
It Had Better Be Tonight (Meglio Stasera)
A classic pop tune from the pen of Henry Mancini has enjoyed new life with the energy infused by Michael Bublé on his “Call Me Irresponsible” CD. Roy Phillippe has transferred this energy in his young band arrangement. Complete with salsa-style percussion, this is one hot chart. High energy!SKU: AL30791 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Lightly Latin
Here’s a tasty concert piece that’s light and fun, from the master of entertainment music, Henry Mancini. Certainly approachable by most any string ensemble, this new version for string orchestra is ideal popular music fare that will appeal to everyone.SKU: HL4491260 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Mancini!
Some of the most recognizable themes from film and television through the years have come from the creative genius of Henry Mancini. Here is a symphonic showstopper featuring outstanding settings of his biggest hits. Includes: The Pink Panther, Moon River, Baby Elephant Walk, Dreamsville, and Peter Gunn.SKU: HL04003028 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
March with Mancini
The playful, engaging and melodic style of master composer Henry Mancini is no more apparent than in the marches he composed for the silver screen. Here is a sparkling march medley that includes Timothy, March of the Cue Balls, Swing March, and The Great Race.SKU: HL04001311 -
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Moon River (from Breakfast at Tiffany’s)
Over the decades, Mercer and Mancini’s timeless song from Breakfast at Tiffany’s has become a classic American song. This new arrangement for strings brings the simplistic beauty of Mancini’s writing to today’s string groups.SKU: HL4626210 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Moon River Vocal solo (opt. instrumental solo) with band
Performed by Audrey Hepburn in the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Henry Mancini’s iconic ballad has won numerous awards including the Oscar for Best Original Song and the Grammy for Record of the Year, and has been recorded by countless artists over the years. Arranged as a flexible solo vehicle for vocalist or instrumentalist (flute, oboe, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, or F horn), this finely crafted setting will certainly add a special moment on any concert.SKU: HL04003353 -
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3
Moon River/Mr. Lucky
This production number combines two of Henry Mancini’s best-known melodies. “Moon River” opens with a trumpet solo before expanding to a majestic statement in 4/4. Then “Mr. Lucky” takes over in a smooth bossa style, and concludes with a dramatic big ending.SKU: HL4506420 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Mr. Lucky(Soprano Sax Feature)
Mancini’s classic theme is treated here in a moderate bossa style as solo vehicle for soprano sax (optional alto). Timeless melodies, lush harmonies, and a unison line feature for the entire ensemble all combine to create a standout arrangement.SKU: HL7011792 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Pak #36 (Henry Mancini)
The Hal Leonard Jazz Combo Paks are a versatile and inexpensive way to put four fantastic charts in front of your high school or college combo. The flexible instrumentation provides many options for covering the parts; the arrangements are absolutely top notch; and at $45.00 for four standards you will never find a better value.Instrumentation:- Line 1 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Vibes- Line 2 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Bari Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Trombone- Line 3: Bari Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, TrombonePak #36 includes: Mr. Lucky, Moon River, Peter Gunn, and The Pink Panther. You can hear a full recording on the product page at www.halleonard.com.
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Peter Gunn
Instantly recognized as iconic Mancini, Peter Gunn has all the elements for guaranteed audience enjoyment – an insistent bass and piano line; bluesy, brassy licks; one-chord harmony; and space for soloists to stretch out a bit (written ad lib-style solo provided). Now your string orchestra can be a big swing machine!SKU: HL4626478
