Professional Editions - Grade 5 From the movie 1941 this is John Williams' big band era extravaganza from the dance marathon scene. Written in a '40s swing style this up-tempo burner gives every section a feature spot and is guaranteed to bring down the house.

Recorded in 1970 and becoming one of the signature songs of The Carpenters John Berry gives this tuneful classic a fresh take using an upbeat Latin groove and some nice harmonic substitutions. This smooth-sounding arrangement isan appealing way to revisit this well-known pop hit from the past.

John Clayton penned this gorgeous ballad treatment for the great Joe Williams. With exquisite reharmonizations and carefully crafted accompaniment figures the mood starts out mellow then arcs beautifully to a full ensemble climaxbefore tapering to a quiet ending. (Altos double Flute Tenors double Clarinet Bari. doubles Bass Clar.)Recorded on “Smack Dab in the Middle” – The Hal Leonard Jazz Orchestra conducted by JohnClayton (07011581)

John Clayton penned this gorgeous ballad treatment for the great Joe Williams. With exquisite reharmonizations and carefully crafted accompaniment figures the mood starts out mellow then arcs beautifully to a full ensemble climax before tapering to a quiet ending. (Altos double Flute Tenors double Clarinet Bari. doubles Bass Clar.)