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Tribute To Ray Charles

Ray Charles' genius is evident in the wide variety of songs he recorded and made his own. Johnnie's solidly scored medley for young players includes such Ray Charles classics as: Georgia on My Mind, What'd I Say and Hallelujah I Love Her So.

The Genius of Ray Charles

The amazing life story of Ray Charles is featured in the movie Ray starring Jamie Foxx. Ray's unique style and passion for music is forever etched in our country's cultural fabric. Michael Brown gives us a masterful blendof the unforgettable hits Georgia On My Mind, I Can't Stop Loving You, What'd I Say, Hallelujah I Love Her So and Let the Good Times Roll.

Brother Ray

Composed for Latin jazz master Ray Baretto, this appealing cha-cha is based around a moderate groove and a very melodic theme. The variety in scoring is beautifully blended between showcasing individual sections interspersed with the power of the full ensemble. Solo space is provided for alto sax followed by trumpet or trombone.

SEIBER SERENADE 1925-PARTS (2 X CLT; 2 X BSN; 2 X HN)

SEIBER SERENADE 1925-PARTS (2 X CLT; 2 X BSN; 2 X HN)

Speed Mirage

Old Town Road : I Got The Horses In The Back

Recorded by Lil Nas X, and featuring Billy Ray Cyrus in the entertaining video, here is a fun arrangement of this mega hit for second year players that will sound great with limited rehearsal time.

Like a Mighty Stream : (Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.)

Composed in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the title of this dramatic setting is taken from a biblical passage and quoted by Dr. King in his celebrated I Have a Dream speech in 1963. After a fanfare-like introduction, the piece is comprised of three sections. The Dream relects on Dr. King's famous speech. This is followed by Strife, which recalls the violence of the civil rights movement, and finally Hope, which looks to a brighter future and is a setting of the hymn We Shall Overcome. Performed with or without the narration, this is a stirring work for young bands. Dur: 5:20

Old Town Road

Recorded by American rapper Lil Nas X and joined in the music video by country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, this mega hit stayed #1 on the Hot 100 pop chart for a record-breaking 19 consecutive weeks! Perfect for the stands, this funarrangement will sound great with limited rehearsal.

Hallelujah, I Love Her So

The Ray Charles sound comes through loud and clear in this distinctive gospel/rock arrangement for young bands. Featured in the hit movie Ray, this solid chart has a driving feel throughout, interspersed with the trademark stop-time phrases.

America,The Beautiful/I love Her So-Marching Band

As portrayed in the recent hit movie Ray, Ray Charles is recognized as a true icon of American music. This opener features Ray's distinctive version of America, The Beautiful and the joyful gospel style of Hallelujah I Love Her So.

What'd I Say

An up-tempo rockin' style, call-and-response playing, and hot horn riffs are all a part of this arrangement of the Ray Charles classic. The legend of Ray lives on through tunes like this that never seem to grow old.

Bye Bye Love

Featured in the sensational motion picture Ray, this hot big band chart is typical of the gospel-flavored swing style made famous by Ray Charles. John's authentic sounding adaptation has all the ensemble excitement of theoriginal, plus solo space for tenor and/or piano.

Georgia On My Mind/Bye Bye Love

Ray Charles' signature tune is treated here in ballad style before building to a powerful full band statement. Then, everyone joins in the rousing celebration with Bye Bye Love. This is a great way to finish your tribute to the genius of Ray Charles!

Old Town Road : I Got The Horses In The Back

Recorded by American rapper Lil Nas X and joined in the music video by country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, this mega hit stayed #1 on the Hot 100 pop chart for a record-breaking 19 consecutive weeks! Paul Murtha's version for young bands captures the unique sound of this appealing tune in this great-sounding arrangement.

Momentum

The Latin word Momentum has come to mean many different things in our language: a short period of time, a force, or a speed of movement. In our current times of around-the-clock high speed and energy, the composer wanted to write a reflective and meditative piece that focuses on the moment at hand.

Spirit Symphony - Speed-Dating for Two Orchestras

Rob Vuono Jr: Bop!

What a great chart for young jazz ensembles! Taking some of the basic elements of bop, Rob Vuono has created an up-tempo swing chart that is very accessible yet sounds complex. The main catch is an on-the-beat rhythmic figure, almost hinting at the word Bop! Your audience is sure to love it and your students won?t be able to get enough of it! (2:15)

Scherzo for X-Wings : from Star Wars: The Force Awakens

From the blockbuster film Star Wars: The Force Awakens this exciting music is featured in the climactic battle scene with our heroes and their X-Wing fighters. A dynamic tour de force for mature bands.

Scherzo for X-Wings : from Star Wars: The Force Awakens

From the blockbuster film Star Wars: The Force Awakens this exciting music is featured in the climactic battle scene with our heroes and their X-Wing fighters. A dynamic tour de force for mature bands.

Andrew Boysen Jr: I Am

This work was written in memory of a band member who wrote a poem entitled I Am just days before his death. A celebratory piece rather than an elegy, this powerful work features an aleatoric selection and singing from members of the ensemble.

Rob Vuono, Jr.: Swing Shift

A unique type of swing chart that will surely intrigue you and your ensemble! Opening with a mysterious whole-tone riff with growling trumpets, this chart instantly makes a lasting impression. As the title implies, the piece shifts moods several times, though it stays in a fast swing throughout. A sax section feature plays with straight-eighth figures to further shift the mood. No solos ? just pure ensemble writing that is sure to be a favorite! (3:50)

Rob Vuono, Jr.: Swanee River

Rob Vuono continues to show why his beginning jazz arrangements are so popular. This clever arrangement with a bossa flavor is ideal for teaching basic concepts of this unique style. Very easy to play, and a good change of pace from the swing and rock charts programmed on your concert.

Rob Vuono Jr.: Quiscalus Quiscula

This fast swing chart from Rob Vuono features melodic and harmonic writing at its best. Even at this grade level, Rob has provided suggested voicings for the rhythm section. Tenor sax has an optional written solo before a sax soli. An a cappella section is ideal to work on the timing of the horns without rhythm before a vamp kicks in, building to the end. Great writing!

Rob Vuono Jr.: Avenue ?R?

Teach or perform this cha-cha style original with limited range and technical demands using little rehearsal time. Top note for the lead trumpet is only a third space C, and a D for the lead bone. Playable with only five brass. Highly recommended for beginning and developing ensembles.

Rob Vuono Jr.: No Lava

Here's the hottest chart of the year for your swinging jazzers to play. It attacks all the way and never lets your audience relax. Based on the familiar changes of Avalon, this chart is flat out "pedal to the metal." It features a tenor chase with a trumpet option and is loaded with some great ensemble writing behind the soloists. Definitely HOT!