Grade 3
SKU:
CL.032-4842-00
Composed by Rose.
Arranged by Hammonds.
Jazz Ensemble. Jazz
Festival. Score and set
of parts. Composed 2020.
Duration 4 minutes, 12
seconds. C.L. Barnhouse
#032-4842-00. Published
by C.L. Barnhouse
(CL.032-4842-00).
Avalon is a
1920s jazz-era chart by
Vincent Rose and Buddy
DeSylva, written
originally as an
advertisement for the
California resort town,
and has found fame as a
virtuosic showcase for
big bands and many
vocalists ever since.
This big-band version by
Mike Hammonds is a real
powerhouse! Featuring a
melody that’s
tuneful and playable by
all, the arrangement
begins in a small group
style, building to a kick
section featuring the
big, brash sound of the
large ensemble that gives
everybody a chance to
blow! With reasonable
tempo and ranges in all
parts, Avalon is an
excellent choice for your
next festival or concert
performance!