In the jazz life over the years this wonderful song by Kurt Weill (1944), has more often than not been played at a fast tempo. This chart is quite slow (quarter note = 108) with a 12/8 feel. This orch...
A lush opening chorale gives way to a contemporary medium Samba groove. Soprano sax is featured throughout on the engaging melody. The chart evolves into a modal solo section followed by a shout choru...
Bossa nova featuring sax section melody, alto bridge, tenor cadenza. Some sax dbls.
Saxophonsatz spielt Holz: 3 Flöten, Klarinette, Bassklarinette; 1. und 2. Trompete spielen Flügelhorn
Medium tempo swinger that features great sounding ensemble. Some sac dbls.
Medium swing chart. Featuring Trpt, Bone & Piano solos. Nice ensemble writing.
A modal composition with a soulful swing. Introduction - rhytm section with tenor saxophone solo. Swinging modal voicings in the brass section. A soul stirring shout chorus for full ensemble. Solo sec...
Up-tempo, brisk contemporary swing at soft dynamic level. Minor mood throughout. Inventive orchestration. Solos in tenor and trombone. Excellent contrast piece. On Valley Jazz Orchestra CD Free Food?...