From Brian Setzer's CD ?The Dirty Boogie ? John Berry's arrangement of this slow yet powerful swing chart really screams with the full ensemble right from bar 1. Each section gets a chance at the lead before theentire band hits you again with a magnificent tutti shout. The short solo can be played by trumpet or guitar.
Originally recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994 this upbeat tune has become a holiday favorite year after year. John Berry brings us a great-sounding version in a straight-ahead medium swing style with the melody traded around from section to section. No solos are required.
Perfectly capturing the mood and style of earlier “Bond” themes Adele has worked her magic with the hit Skyfall. John Berry's easy version features a brief alto solo then solid scoring for the entire ensemble with the melody traded between the saxes and trumpets. Sure to be an audience favorite.
John Berry has done a nice job of adapting this swing favorite from the '40s to the combo format. This medium up-tempo chart is great for ensemble playing and learning swing style.
Here is a fabulous new collection of 15 arrangements by Michael Sweeney Peter Blair Jerry Nowak and John Berry. These are all proven winners from the acclaimed ?Discovery Jazz Series? and provide an economical source for quality and varied programming! As you can see from the list of titles there is no dead wood here! Includes: April in Paris Blues Machine Georgia on My Mind Harlem Nocturne…
