John Lennon
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Imagine
Since being released in 1971, John Lennon’s poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry’s arrangement for young players is in the style of a rock ballad, with a contemporary feel and skillfully passing the melody from section to section. Requires no solos.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: HL7012469 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)
Arranged in a style similar to the vintage version by Buddy Rich, here is an easy jazz waltz based on this classic Beatles hit. It features strong ensemble writing along with a written or ad lib. solo for alto sax. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL8050057 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
This quirky tune was recorded by the Beatles for their 1968 “White Album” and featured recently in the Beatle-themed movie Yesterday. With a medium tempo and quasi Jamaican ska flavor, this chart is easy to learn and fun to play. No solos required.SKU: HL07013576 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
She Loves You
Ranked by Rolling Stone on the top 100 songs of all time and one of the five Beatles songs all in the top five simultaneously in April of 1964, this classic rock-and-roll hit remains a real charmer. Prepared for first year students, this one will be recognized by young and old alike. Great classic rock for your first pop program! (2:15)SKU: AL39514 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
She’s Leaving Home
This Beatles classic is treated to a creative and varied setting in this production number from Richard Tuttobene. The lush chorale-like opening leads to a jazz waltz setting of the main theme featuring a flugelhorn soloist. The full ensemble is featured in a straight ahead swing section and the slow chorale style from the opening makes a brief yet effective return near the end. A unique tour de force for mature ensembles.SKU: HL7011933 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Fool on the Hill(Flugelhorn Feature)
With a smooth Latin feel, interesting harmonies plus a few mixed meters, this is a terrific feature number for your flugelhorn soloist. Tasty ensemble lines contribute to a creative and appealing change of pace.SKU: HL7011539 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Yesterday
One of the all-time great songs from the Beatles, “Yesterday” truly has become a modern day standard! This well-scored arrangement for young jazz ensembles features a brief tenor solo, beautiful counterlines, and an overall rich sound that will be impressive in concert or as a change of pace for festival. 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: HL7011806