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(Level III) Bones At The Ready Composed for and premiered by the
2010 International Trombone Festival Jazz Choir, members ages 20 to 80. A Bb
swing blues, playable by as few as four performers or as a larger choir.
Everyone gets a piece of the melody at some point. Lead part rises only to Ab
above the staff. The provided drum set part is optional. Solo space is provided
for each chair; but the chart performs wonderfully even if no one solos, as the
stop-times and riffs make for excellent passages on their own. It can easily be
opened up for additional soloists, including non-trombone guests. Works as an
opener or closer. This composition is dedicated to my older
brother, José, who played trombone in high school and was a great example of
musical interest, passion, dedication, hard work, and enjoyment.
Trombone Choir plus Drums
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(Level IV) Christmas as a Child
As sung by Eclipse on “It’s Christmas Time”
A relaxed Christmas ballad featuring contemporary pop styling and backing parts that are sculpted to paint tonal images around the lead line.
The lead line can be performed by a soloist, multiple soloists trading verses, or a section of the choir. Originally intended to be accompanied with vocal percussion, but drum set or percussion would work great also along with bass guitar doubling or replacing the bass part. Would also work well without percussion at all.
(5-part male with opt. improvised Voc. Perc.)
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My Grandfather’s Clock (Level IV) An American classic sung all
over the world is now a spirited jazz waltz! Commissioned by a Japanese
arranger, written for Vox One, it features tenor and soprano solos,
incorporating the sounds that old clocks make (tick, tock, ding, dong) in the
background. The section where grandfather departs from this world is more
somber, but it eventually resumes its initial tempo to a heartfelt finish.
Suitable for choir as well as well-rehearsed small ensemble.
SATTB a cappella.
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Your file includes 16 vocal parts.
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Happy Birthday (Level III) - First commissioned by a colleague in Japan for her mother’s birthday, then modified
for Southwest Women’s Chorus from Temecula, California, the song that’s known
worldwide is in 4/4, with flowing background lines creating exhilarating
harmony. Yumiko's colorful tapestry will charm both singers and listeners! SSAA a cappella.
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Black Is The Color - An arrangement of the classic folk song that reflects the deep dark color of “my true love’s hair.” Opens with a tenor solo, then develops into a warm, full-textured chorus. SATBB a Capella.
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The Lord's Prayer SATTB - A solemn and heartfelt a cappella rendition of the well-known tune. Rich close harmony is employed throughout, which soars to a climax with “for Thine is the kingdom.” Two versions to accommodate SATTB configuration.
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One of the Stephen Foster evergreens, this arrangement starts with male unison, then develops into a rich close harmony with some twists here and there. Followed by a short baritone solo, it builds up to a beautiful climax with a key change, and a calm, pensive ending. An excellent showcase for a strong small group. SATTB a cappella.
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The Water Is Wide - A ballad to be savored by both singers and audiences. It showcases male and female soloists over a beautiful, haunting background lines, builds up to the tutti section where each part has a moment to shine, then comes to a quiet close with a reprise of the male solo. SATBB a cappella.
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(Level 2) Easy, medium swing, but will also work comfortably at most tempos. Features a trombone solo, an a cappella section, and an easy to play shout section. Trumpets double on flugelhorns.
8 Brass
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Lively, well-loved Mexican song, part English, part Spanish, with handclaps.
Up tempo, solo lines. SSAA or SATBar, Level IV.
Traditional tune with very unusual rhythm approach. Tempo: breakneck. Requires good, strong sopranos.
SSAA a cappella.
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Vintage Christmas carol arranged in 3/4 instead of the standard 4/4. Rhythmically challenging, key changes. Up tempo. SATB and SSAA, Level V.
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The Water Is Wide - A ballad to be savored by both singers and audiences. It showcases male and female soloists over a beautiful, haunting background lines, builds up to the tutti section where each part has a moment to shine, then comes to a quiet close with a reprise of the male solo. SATBB a cappella.
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One of the Stephen Foster evergreens, this arrangement starts with male unison, then develops into a rich close harmony with some twists here and there. Followed by a short baritone solo, it builds up to a beautiful climax with a key change, and a calm, pensive ending. An excellent showcase for a strong small group. SATTB a cappella.
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A solemn and heartfelt a cappella rendition of the well-known tune. Rich close harmony is employed throughout, which soars to a climax with “for Thine is the kingdom.” Two versions to accommodate SATB and SATTB configurations.
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An arrangement of the classic folk song that reflects the deep dark color of “my true love’s hair.” Opens with a tenor solo, then develops into a warm, full-textured chorus. SATBB a cappella.
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(Level III) A pop-rock medium tempo Jensen-Hole original composition for sparse rhythm section creates plenty of room for the vocal ensemble. Recorded on the University of North Texas Jazz Singers Favorite Things album. SSATB w/ rhythm section
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(Level IV) My Grandfather’s Clock An American classic sung all
over the world is now a spirited jazz waltz! Commissioned by a Japanese
arranger, written for Vox One, it features tenor and soprano solos,
incorporating the sounds that old clocks make (tick, tock, ding, dong) in the
background. The section where grandfather departs from this world is more
somber, but it eventually resumes its initial tempo to a heartfelt finish.
Suitable for choir as well as well-rehearsed small ensemble. SATTB a Capella.
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An old English folk song made popular by Simon and Garfunkel arranged with a larger ensemble in mind. Tenor sings the melody, surrounded by soprano/bass pedal point and alto/baritone ostinato lines. It then shifts into different moods, keys and harmonic settings, sensitively corresponding to the lyrics. A favorite for both jazz choirs and contemporary choirs. SSAATTBB a cappella.
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Danny Boy - Written for a cappella quintet Vox One, this classic song showcases a soprano solo. In the middle section, the alto and tenor parts weave a line reminiscent of a brook in a green field of Ireland. Lush, complex harmony and a dramatic build-up reward both the singers and the audience. Recorded on Vox One’s Chameleon. SATBB a cappella.
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(Level IV) The Wexford Carol – One of the oldest Christmas carols from County
Wexford in Ireland, it features a soprano solo throughout. Opens with a bed of
chords to light up the darkness and welcome the pure voice that announces the
savior's arrival. In the second and third verses there is some reharmonization
to savor as it builds to the shepherds' encounter with the "Lord of
Light." A quiet afterthought closes the tune. Written for Vox
One.
SATB a cappella.
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(Level 4) The old American classic folk tune but with a spiced-up ballad setting. Begins with a tenor solo with later group entrance featuring diverse, harmonic settings, key changes, soprano solo, short tenor/soprano duet and, at the end of the group harmony, gently fades just like the ol' river. Recorded on Hot XII. SATBB a cappella.
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(Level IV) Early One Spring by Joel Nagel is a multi-sectional piece that offers two distinct contrasting sections. The first section, a driving straight eighth feel, incorporates mixed meter and layers simple ostinato figures over one another creating a complex counterpoint. This section calls for an aggressive trombone soloist that leads the band into a frenzy half-way through the piece. The second section features an extended Alto Sax solo over simple yet lush harmonies. A soaring melody emerges from the end of the solo and builds to a resounding climax. Other written solos include Bass Clarinet (Bari Sax) and Bass. Recorded on Thinking Globally, Acting Locally (University of Northern Iowa Jazz Band One) 9 Brass
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(Level 3) This is an a cappella arrangement of Ralph Towner's beautiful melody, previously performed by the Paul Winter Consort and by Oregon, with poetic lyrics by Gary Rosen. An open, multi-textured arrangement, it starts with a bass ostinato, bulding gradually with the addition of a lilting melody and gentle background and rises to a climax with multiple contrapuntal, interweaving lines which resolve inevitably to a rich final chord. Recorded on UNC's Hot VI. SATB a cappella.
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The national anthem is treated here with solemn but inspirational sound. The rich harmony, without going too far away from the original, builds to a climax with contrapuntal lines that make it interesting for the singers. SATB or SATBB a cappella.
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Written for a cappella quintet Vox One, this classic song showcases a soprano solo. In the middle section, the alto and tenor parts weave a line reminiscent of a brook in a green field of Ireland. Lush, complex harmony and a dramatic build-up reward both the singers and the audience. Recorded on Vox One’s Chameleon. SATBB a cappella.
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An old English folk song made popular by Simon and Garfunkel arranged with a larger ensemble in mind. Tenor sings the melody, surrounded by soprano/bass pedal point and alto/baritone ostinato lines. It then shifts into different moods, keys and harmonic settings, sensitively corresponding to the lyrics. A favorite for both jazz choirs and contemporary choirs. SSAATTBB a cappella.
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(Level 4) Written by E. Y. "Yip" Harburg, Harold Arlen, & Billy Rose. Paper Moon, arranged by Greg Murai is short and sweet. Each verse of this 4-part arrangement climbs a half step and explores a different texture and/or style. From swing to salsa and back again this will be a witty addition to your concert program. Winner of the best arrangement award at the Harmony Sweepstakes national competition. SATB a cappella.
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(Level IV) Air on the G String The timeless J. S. Bach classic becomes a light and airy waltz! True to the original harmony, the background that supports the soprano melody is elegantly arpeggiated by the three lower parts. Originally written for Vox One as a demo for a Japanese TV jingle, the piece can be enjoyed by small or large ensemble. SATB a Capella.
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(Level III) An original waltz by Catherine Jensen-Hole. The piece begins with an a cappella introduction in straight 8ths, changing to a swing feel with the entrance of the rhythm section at the beginning of the song form. Includes an a cappella soli after a piano solo and some interesting harmonic elements. SSATB w/ rhythm section
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Feeling Good
(Words and Music by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse)
Straight ahead in 7/4! This is fun and different arrangement of a song from “The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd” by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse. It starts cool in the unexpected meter and gradually heats up to a big finish. There is a great opportunity for tenor soloist in a vocalese-style middle section. Challenging but worth the effort. Advanced.
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Like A Lover (O Cantador) SATTB A Capella - Brazilian master Dori Caymmi’s classic commissioned by Dare to Breathe from Minnesota is a feature for alto soloist. With an easy latin rhythm woven by the ensemble that flows like a river wind, it builds up to the second bridge where the tenor solo leads the way to the climax. Then the melody is handed back to the alto and gently winds down to a dreamy ending.
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An inviting a cappella version for mixed voice choir, level 3.
Auld Lang Syne - By purchasing this product, you agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit for any purpose, any portion of the music, use of the music, any data or image or access to the music. This download is intended for use by the purchaser only. Usually one (1) copy for one (1) ensemble.
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A fun and rhythmic version for a cappella choir plus percussion. Level 2.
The Wassail Song - By purchasing this product, you agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit for any purpose, any portion of the music, use of the music, any data or image or access to the music. This download is intended for use by the purchaser only. Usually one (1) copy for one (1) ensemble.
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KISS FROM A ROSE is a modern a cappella arrangement of the Seal ballad that features a tenor soloist.
A great crowd pleaser! SATB .
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Star Spangled Banner - The national anthem is treated here with solemn but inspirational sound. The rich harmony, without going too far away from the original, builds to a climax with contrapuntal lines that make it interesting for the singers. SATB a cappella.
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Star Spangled Banner - The national anthem is treated here with solemn but inspirational sound. The rich harmony, without going too far away from the original, builds to a climax with contrapuntal lines that make it interesting for the singers. SATBB a cappella.
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The Skye Boat Song - Commissioned by the New York-based chorus Women Singing, this Scottish folk song is written to evoke images of the stark beauty of the Highlands.The melody that tells the legend of Bonnie Prince Charlie is supported by water ripples and wind that the background voices weave together. In the middle section, the story is told by a narrator. Take a journey through the poetic landscape with rich harmony and soaring lines. SSAA a cappella with narrator.
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The Star Spangled Banner
A great A Cappella version for mixed voice choir.
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(Level IV) The Wexford Carol – One of the oldest Christmas carols from County
Wexford in Ireland, it features a soprano solo throughout. Opens with a bed of
chords to light up the darkness and welcome the pure voice that announces the
savior's arrival. In the second and third verses there is some reharmonization
to savor as it builds to the shepherds' encounter with the "Lord of
Light." A quiet afterthought closes the tune. Written for Vox
One.
SATB a cappella.
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(Level IV) I Should Care, by Cahn, Stordahl & Weston, arranged by Scott Arcangel. This medium-swing arrangement of the classic standard draws stylistically from the writing of Michael Abene and Thad Jones. A through-composed melodic introduction takes its time arriving at the melody, which features the flugelhorn. Modal interludes are interspersed with the standard changes throughout the tune. Melody and solo space make this a great feature for flugelhorn. Choruses of ensemble writing make this a showpiece for the entire ensemble. (8 Brass)
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(Level IV) Reverse Peephole, by Scott Arcangel. A curious, lyrical melody over a unique set of chord changes that flows naturally, but not predictably over a slow straight-eighth jazz feel. Flugelhorn, baritone saxophone & guitar share the melody as well as the solo space. Alto 1 doubles on flute. Lead trumpet up to high F. Recorded by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights on the CD Commissions 2006. (8 Brass)
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(Level III) The Star-Spangled Banner, Francis Scott Key, arranged by Scott Arcangel. This charts sticks to the traditional melody and phrasing of the US National Anthem, with several meter changes that allow the phrases to breathe. Starting out as a traditional brass chorale with a slight reharmonization, the saxophones join in and alto 2 takes the lead on a gospel-tinged bridge. It closes out with a broad, full-ensemble finale that is sure to bring any audience to its feet. Very playable by jazz ensembles of any level, lead trumpet up to high C above staff. Written for and performed by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights. (8 Brass)
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(Level IV) The Stakeout, by Scott Arcangel. An aggressive and hardboppish up-tempo powerhouse, for the classic pairing of trumpet and tenor. Highlights include a clever intro, a “mooing” trombone interlude and an intense shout section which features the drummer soloing around powerful ensemble writing. A showcase for the ensemble as well as trumpet & tenor soloists, The Stakeout makes a great opener or closer. Lead trumpet up to high G. Recorded by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights on the CD At First Light. (8 Brass)
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(Level IV) Russell Miller’s re-harmonization of the form gives new life to this classic tune by Fred Fisher. A medium-up tempo swing featuring trumpet, tenor saxophone, and bass solos. A unison ensemble bebop section provides plenty of challenge for all. 8 Brass.
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