SKU: A0.1027950

(Theme of Bob Hada/Piano Song).

Lyrical Form:

Classical Rap Swing #1:
- I go to the school name Mount Miguel,
I'd been around here since 2012,
I've shown myself with the fame and glory,
And who I am, Well,

Big Fun Swing #1:
- I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!
I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!

Classical Rap Swing #2:
- For those of you that don't know me,
The name is Bob that's short for Robert,
My main powers are the musical skills,
And for I got, Well,

Big Fun Swing #2:
- I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!
I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!

Scat Singing #1 while soloists will proceed to rock out.

Scat Singing #2 while entering into the last chorus.

Big Fun Swing #3:
- I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!
I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist that I'm The Schools Pianist that I'm The Schools,
Pianist oh yeah!

Ending with an important quotation:
- That's right, I am The Schools Pianist! - Bob Hada

SKU: A0.1472109

About the piece: Welcome to the second chart I’ve done on a Beatles tune! I guess, because the first one (Can’t Buy Me Love) went so well, I had to keep it going ? (shameless plug alert: CBML is available from both sheetmusicdirect.com and sheetmusicplus.com.) And I Love Her is a great tune, and I tried to find some creative ways to expand on that. It features your most lyrical flugel player, and you’ll need woodwind doubles: 2 flutes, 2 clarinets, and bass clarinet. 
 
Ensemble: This is pretty straightforward: even 8th, bossa-ish vibe. Trumpets 1, 3, and 4 are on flugels full-time, except for the harmon trumpet bit in mm. 70-75. I feel the 5/4 bars as 2+3, and would conduct accordingly. Overall, think mellow, understated, warm/fuzzy on this. 
 
Rhythm Section: I really hear nylon string guitar on this, so please ask your guitarist to bring the extra axe. ?  Piano, guitar, and bass: If there’s a notated paty without chord symbols, please play as written. If it’s chord symbols only, play/comp tastefully, as always. If there are both, you can do either. If the written part supports the ensemble, I’d suggest going that route.
 
I LOVE having guitar and vibes in the rhythm section, but in general I’m not a big fan of having them play off of the same part. So, please observe the “play only if no guitar (or vibes etc.) indications. Drums, I’ve indicated some basic grooves (note the feel change in the bridge) but I trust you. Just keep things tasty and understated.
 
Solo Section: Flugel solo…after the first read-through, you’ll know when it’s just you on the melody, and when your part is doubled. Feel free to play more expressively on the former. There are some short snippets of changes mixed in with the melodic statements; think of these more like fills than the official “solo section” which is mm. 50-80, the AAB of the form. Don’t swing for the fences in spots like mm. 44-48; instead, float on top of the ensemble sound. And, keep things simple from n. 91 out. ?
 
As of this writing, I don’t have a recording of this, other than the MIDI demo. If you end up with a nice recording and would be OK sharing that with me, please reach out!

SKU: A0.747919

INSTRUMENTATION:  Reed I (Alto Saxophone I (Eb) & Flute I), Reed II (Alto Saxophone II (Eb) & Flute II), Reed III (Tenor Saxophone I (Bb) & Flute III), Reed IV (Tenor Saxophone II (Bb) & Flute IV), Reed V (Baritone Saxophone (Eb) & Flute V), Trumpet I (Bb), Trumpet II (Bb), Trumpet III (Bb), Trumpet IV (Bb), Trombone I, Trombone II, Trombone III, Trombone IV (Bass), Female Vocal, Piano, Bass, Drumset.  Original material transcribed from the album Positively the Most!, 1960 and recorded by Joanie Sommers. 

ABOUT THE ARRANGER:  Patrick Sheehan has served as a professional music arranger, transcriptionist and copyist since 1999, and has over 1,000 works in his catalog spanning various genres: wind band, orchestra, chamber music, along with pop & rock selections.  His modus operandi centers around creating arrangements and transcriptions that are true to the original definitive versions and strives to produce clean and easy-to-read music.  For questions or more information, please contact the arranger at PatrickSheehanMusic@GMail.com.

SKU: A0.977365

If I Were a Bell is a song from the 1950 musical Guys and Dolls, based on Damon Runyan stories from Broadway in the prohibition era.

Sky, the thirsty gambler, takes straight-laced Salvationist Sarah to Havana for a bet. They drink a local milkshake with sugar and a little native flavouring

Sarah: What's the name of the flavouring?
Sky: Bacardi.
Sarah: Doesn't Bacardi have alcohol in it?
Sky: Oh, only enough to act as a preservative.
Sarah: You know, this would be a wonderful way to get children to drink milk!

After a couple of those, she bursts into song.

Doris Day had a Top-20 hit with If I Were a Bell in 1950 and many singers have covered it since. Its place as a Jazz Standard was cemented in 1956 on the album Relaxin' with The Miles Davis Quintet.

This original arrangement for big band features a solo flute - if not a flute solo - and, at 128 BPM, is slightly slower than usual. It was written in the mid-1990s for the Morley College Jazz Orchestra in London (then directed by Gordon BAP! Rose and Pete Pearl and Dean Moore). The style is in the direction of the understated West-Coast sound (Count Basie/Bill Russo/Bill Holman), with tipsy soli sections and a shout-chorus. The part for second alto OR first tenor is the same, meaning the flautist can be either an alto or tenor player.

Well, if I were a salad I know I'd be splashing my dressing.

Hic!

SKU: A0.1500187

And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going is from the Broadway musical 'Dreamgirls', with lyrics by Tom Eyen and music by Henry Krieger. In the musical, it is sung by the character Effie White, a singer with the girl group The Dreams, to her manager, Curtis Taylor Jr., whose romantic and professional relationship with Effie is ending. In addition to its presence in the musical, And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going is also notable as the debut single of two women who portrayed Effie; Jennifer Holliday originated the role on Broadway in 1981 and won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for the role as well as the Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance; Jennifer Hudson portrayed Effie in the 2006 film adaptation of the musical, winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and her version became a Top 20 R&B single and a number-one dance hit.

SKU: A0.1225926

Step into a world of musical enchantment as the talented Johan Verhey invites you to experience a mesmerizing big band reimagining of Herbie Hancock's 'I Thought It Was You.' Prepare to be swept away by the magic of Johan's artistry, where classic jazz meets contemporary brilliance.

Johan Verhey's arrangement takes this jazz-funk gem to new heights, infusing it with a dynamic energy that's impossible to resist. Every note, every instrument, and every moment in this rendition is a testament to the passion and expertise of a true musical visionary.

As you listen, you'll find yourself transported to a realm where the boundaries between the past and the present blur, all thanks to Johan's extraordinary craftsmanship. With a fusion of groovy rhythms, scintillating brass, and the sheer power of a big band, 'I Thought It Was You' comes to life in ways you've never imagined.

This is more than music; it's an experience that transcends time and genre, a journey into the heart of jazz's future. Johan Verhey's arrangement encapsulates the essence of innovation and artistry, a testament to the enduring power of Herbie Hancock's timeless composition.
Prepare to groove, be amazed, and let your soul dance to the rhythm of 'I Thought It Was You.' Johan Verhey's arrangement promises to leave you spellbound and craving for more. It's a musical transformation that you won't want to miss.

Join Johan Verhey on this sonic adventure, where the past and the present converge, and the future of jazz shines brightly. Don't just listen; immerse yourself in the brilliance of 'I Thought It Was You.

More music from Johan Verhey, see: www.bestarrangementsforbands.com.

SKU: A0.987118

My mom wrote this poem in 2007 when she was going through chemotherapy to treat her breast cancer. She was reminiscing about a day when her grandsons Ian (7) and Zachary (4) had accompanied her with bongo drums, maracas and tambourines as she played her Yamaha Clavinova to a latin beat. She said it was so much fun and they had such a good time! From her poem I have created a song that tries to capture the essence of their experience. I incorporated little variations of When the Saints go Marching in to portray their jam session while also alluding to my mom as a Saint who will always be with us in spirit no matter what. When she marches into Heaven I am sure she will be asking Jesus what he wants for dinner. :) For every purchase of this song I will donate $1 to Breast Cancer Charities of America.

SKU: A0.748173

INSTRUMENTATION: Clarinet (Bb) / Alto Saxophone I (Eb), Alto Saxophone II (Eb), Tenor Saxophone I (Bb), Tenor Saxophone II (Bb), Baritone Saxophone (Eb), Trumpet I (Bb), Trumpet II (Bb), Trumpet III (Bb), Trumpet IV (Bb), Trombone I, Trombone II, Trombone III, Bass Trombone (IV), SOLO TROMBONE, Piano, Bass, Drumset.

ABOUT THE ARRANGER:  Patrick Sheehan has served as a professional music arranger, transcriptionist and copyist since 1999, and has over 1,000 works in his catalog spanning various genres: wind band, orchestra, chamber music, along with pop & rock selections.  His modus operandi centers around creating arrangements and transcriptions that are true to the original definitive versions and strives to produce clean and easy-to-read music.  For questions or more information, please contact the arranger at PatrickSheehanMusic@GMail.com.

SKU: A0.1453542

ALL I HAVE TO DO IS DREAM- Arrangement for Little Big Band/ Jazz Ensemble. Listed as one of the top 100 Songs of The Century by BMI. Expand your book with this all time hit. All I Have to Do Is Dream is a timeless classic that captivates with its soothing melody. Originally recorded by The Everly Brothers in 1958, this song has transcended generations, enchanting listeners with its simplicity and sincerity. Easy Intermediate level. 

Little Big Band- The arrangement is playable with rhythm section (piano/guitar, bass, drums) and 3 to 6 horns. Horns in order of importance: 1st Trumpet (1st Part), Alto Saxophone (2nd Part), Trombone (3rd Part), Tenor Saxophone (4th Part), Baritone Saxophone (5th Part), 2nd Trumpet (6th Part). Includes an optional Vibraphone/Guitar part and alternate parts for the Baritone Saxophone (Trombone), the 2nd Trumpet (Alto Saxophone), and the Trombone (Tenor Saxophone).

Also see: You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’, Stand By Me, Yesterday, All I Have To Do Is Dream, Killing Me Softly With His Song, Ease On Down The Road, Embraceable You, I’m Gonna Sit Right Down…, In The Mood, Jersey Bounce, Oh, Lady Be Good, Memories Of You, My Buckets Got A Hole In It, Ode To Billy Joe, Stride (based on a theme from Rhapsody In Blue), The Summer Knows, They Can’t Take That Away From Me, Where Or When. Arranged by John Hoesly.