This reimagining of a classic tune is set in a swinging 3/4 Gospel groove. After the rhythm section sets up the driving feel of the A section, there is a more open and airy approach to the B section which provides a subtle contrast. This flexible arrangement…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Based on the classic style of Killer Joe this chart really swings! One of the features that make this arrangement special is the great soli line for the winds after the initial treatment of the melody. This flexible arrangement is highly adaptable and will…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The Neal Hefti composition for the Basie band called Cute set the standard for soft and sophisticated ensemble work in the winds with the drummer playing soloistic fills using brushes. This arrangement of Joy to the World uses that style in a clever way to…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
An entertaining work originally for piano, this arrangement maintains the same form as the original in its scoring for percussion ensemble. Written for xylophone, vibraphone, 4 marimbas (playable on 2 instruments), triangle, tambourine, bass drum, and crash…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Moszkowski, Josh Gottry
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fast and fun describe this fantastic arrangement of a popular orchestra piece. It will have your audiences dancing down the aisles.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1992 Number of Players: 6 Duration: 2:30 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type: Sextet Category:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Moszkowski, Dan Armstrong
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Two Starlight Carols is a string orchestra arrangement featuring two iconic carols of the holiday season; Silent Night and Away in a Manger. Each melody is featured separately and then partnered together. Effective harmonies keep the melodies very…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Gary E. Parks
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Using a light and breezy Calypso vibe, this arrangement will be as much fun to play as it is to hear. There are several interesting melodic and harmonic twists that will keep everyone on their toes, but it is still quite easy to play and should require a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing