For vocal soloists it doesn't get any better than this all-time favorite from the '40s. Jerry's medium slow swing version is in a great range and features very effective background ensemble writing. S...
Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (cabasa or maracas, claves...
Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (tambourine, wood block) &...
Lou Bega has created a huge pop hit with his remake of this Latin standard by the mambo king, Perez Prado. Every section of the band gets a chance to play the catchy figures in this fun chart.
A precise recreation of the 1940 Glenn Miller oldie, with the Manhattan Transfer's four part vocal harmonies and jazz riffs supplanting the Miller instrumentals.
Grades 3-4. (Nowak) Bb
Great bluesy showcase for any vocalist! Jerry's excellent chart will undoubtedly become one of your favorites. (Vocal in F.)
Written in a slow swing bluesy style, this is a great standard for vocalists. The accompaniment writing is skillfully done, plus there is a section where the band gets a chance to open up on its own.
