Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 3 saxes, 3 brass plus rhythm section) with opt. tuba & vibes - Grade 2
SKU: KN.00790
Composed by arr. Dedrick. Arranged by Art Dedrick. Art Dedrick Legacy Editions. Swing. Kendor Music Inc #00790. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.00790).
UPC: 822795007909.
First released in 1954, this setting of the 19th-century folk song popularized by Glenn Miller in 1939 begins with an 8-bar marcato intro before settling into the familiar swing groove. The thematic build is gradual and dramatic -- saxes alone, then saxes with trombones, then saxes, trombones and trumpets together -- and the finishing shout is loud and strong. All rhythm section parts are fully notated, brass ranges are very accessible, and no improvisation is required. Duration 2:05.
