The Billy Strayhorn Collection brings together 17 memorable pieces written arranged or made famous by the man of whom Duke Ellington said ‘(He) was my right arm my left arm all the eyes in the back of my head’.A shyman who realised early on that his dream of a career in classical music was unlikely to become a reality because of his race Strayhorn found a father figure and a lifelong emplo…

Gifted composer pianist and arranger Billy Strayhorn is best known for his successful collaboration with Duke Ellington lasting nearly three decades. This collection explores his influences techniques and stylistic traits explained through musical examples so players can gain a more complete portrait of this essential jazz artist.Analyzes the form rhythm melody harmony and lyrics of: Chelsea…

Take The 'A' Train

The ‘New Sounds for Concert Band’ series has guaranteed success in your concert programme for many years. The latest addition to the series is a classic from the jazz orchestra repertoire. Follow the great jazz master Duke Ellington and delight your band and audience with Take The A-Train.

From the CD Groove Shop recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra here is John Clayton's stylish take on this masterful Billy Strayhorn composition. The rhythm section sets up the feel followed by a sax soli chorus and finally the main theme stated by tenor and muted trumpet. Sprinkled with a few twists and turns ample solo space and terrific ensemble writing throughout this is a real g…

Satin Doll

One of Strayhorns finest works, Billy's original score of 'Pentonsilic' has been edited by Jeff Lindberg. The tempo is bright at 208 BPM and there is clarinet on the tenor 1 part to include solo space. Add a very nice written bari sax solo, a few meter changes, and you've got an a meaty arrangement at a high level. A brilliant and creative orchestration. / Ensemble De Jazz

/ Orchestre A Vent / niveau : 6 / Partition

ShowTrax CD-Now available in a Discovery arrangement this is the perfect way to introduce this standard to younger singers. Available for 3-Part Mixed 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00

Par STRAYHORN BILLY. Here is Billy Strayhorn's beloved ballad, skillfully arranged with subtle reharmonizations and reworkings of the melody, all the while remaining faithful to the original intent. Featured are solos for piano and trombone. A gorgeous setting for the entire ensemble. / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Now available in a Discovery arrangement this is the perfect way to introduce this standard to younger singers. Available for 3-Part Mixed 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00

Raincheck

/ Ensemble De Jazz

Profitez d'un des chefs-d'oeuvre du jazz dans cet arrangement dynamique! Ce morceau offre de nombreuses possibilités d'enseigner huitièmes de swing contrairement à droite. (01:45) / Orchestre A Cordes