Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1098119

Composed by W.C. Handy. Arranged by Scott S. Stewart. 20th Century,Blues,Historic,Instructional,Standards. Octavo. 24 pages. Scott S. Stewart #701988. Published by Scott S. Stewart (A0.1098119).

William Christopher [W.C.] Handy, (who often referred to himself as the ‘Father of the Blues’), first published “St. Louis Blues,� (The jazzman’s Hamlet), his most famous composition, in 1914. It became one of the most popular and celebrated jazz standards in history. The musical style of a tango merged with the blues, and lyrics, a lament about a woman on the streets of St. Louis distraught over her husband’s absence – written in a southern dialect style – make this a fascinating introduction to the evolution of ‘the blues’ for student and audience member alike. Arranged for 4-part SATB ensemble with piano accompaniment, and notated for a classically trained group of musicians, this entry level primer serves not only to inform but present Handy’s creativity and genius. Performance time: 6:00+ An apt study for Black History month.

Small Ensemble Drums,Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Digital Download

SKU: A0.802696

Composed by W.C. Handy. Arranged by Stanley Nelson & Peet du Toit. Contemporary. Score and parts. 24 pages. Peet du Toit #6683881. Published by Peet du Toit (A0.802696).

The Saint Louis Blues (or St. Louis Blues) is a popular American song composed by W. C. Handy in the blues style and published in September 1914. It was one of the first blues songs to succeed as a pop song and remains a fundamental part of jazz musicians' repertoire. Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Bessie Smith, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Guy Lombardo, and the Boston Pops Orchestra (under the directions of both Arthur Fiedler and Keith Lockhart) are among the artists who have recorded it. The song has been called the jazzman's Hamlet. Composer William Grant Still arranged a version of the song in 1916 while working with Handy.

The 1925 version sung by Bessie Smith, with Louis Armstrong on cornet, was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1993. The 1929 version by Louis Armstrong & His Orchestra (with Red Allen) was inducted in 2008.

Here's great arrangement for your quintet, drum set and the audience. Enjoy!

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1204369

By Marion Harris. By Words and Music by W.C. Handy. Arranged by Dave Gingras and John E. Dosher. Blues,Early Music,Jazz. Score. 3 pages. DAVID LEE GINGRAS #802849. Published by DAVID LEE GINGRAS (A0.1204369).

Beale Street Blues is a public domain song written by W.C. Handy and published in 1917. Difficulty in securing a good publishing deal meant that Handy published it himself. This version features a root-based chord blocking that John and I have used in a number of our arrangements. We also added some pretty cool left-hand fills for your listening (playing?) pleasure - we hope you like what we've done to make this arrangement unique!

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1421828

By W.C. Handy. By WC Handy. Arranged by Sebastián Lafarge. 20th Century,Blues,Jazz. Score. 3 pages. Sebastián Lafarge #1003176. Published by Sebastián Lafarge (A0.1421828).

Dive into the timeless blues with our captivating piano arrangement of St. Louis Blues by W.C. Handy, expertly crafted by Sebastian Lafarge. 🎵

🌟 Immerse yourself in the soulful rhythms and evocative melodies that have made this classic piece a staple of jazz and blues repertoire. Lafarge's arrangement breathes new life into this beloved composition, blending traditional elements with fresh harmonies and dynamic twists.

🎶 Whether you're a seasoned pianist looking to expand your repertoire or a passionate beginner eager to explore the world of blues piano, this sheet music offers a rewarding musical journey for players of all levels.

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1224471

Composed by W.C. Handy. Arranged by Timothy Stapay. Blues,Film/TV,Jazz,Singer/Songwriter,Standards. Score. 8 pages. Timothy Stapay #820575. Published by Timothy Stapay (A0.1224471).

This arrangement of St. Louis Blues is written as performed by piano artist, Liberace.  He performed this on his t.v. show and record albums. 

The Saint Louis Blues (or St. Louis Blues) is a popular American song composed by W. C. Handy in the blues style and published in September 1914. It was one of the first blues songs to succeed as a pop song and remains a fundamental part of jazz musicians' repertoire. Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Bing Crosby, Bessie Smith, Eartha Kitt, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Guy Lombardo, Liberace, and the Boston Pops Orchestra (under the directions of both Arthur Fiedler and Keith Lockhart) are among the artists who have recorded it. 

Lyrics:

I hate to see that evening sun go down, 
I hate to see that evening sun go down, 
'Cause my lovin' baby done left this town. 

If I feel tomorrow, like I feel today, 
If I feel tomorrow, like I feel today, 
I'm gonna pack my trunk and make my getaway. 

Oh, that St. Louis woman, with her diamond rings, 
She pulls my man around by her apron strings. 
And if it wasn't for powder and her store-bought hair, 
Oh, that man of mine wouldn't go nowhere. 

I got those St. Louis blues, just as blue as I can be, 
Oh, my man's got a heart like a rock cast in the sea, 
Or else he wouldn't have gone so far from me. 

I love my man like a schoolboy loves his pie, 
Like a Kentucky colonel loves his rocker and rye 
I'll love my man until the day I die, Lord, Lord. 

I got the St. Louis blues, just as blue as I can be, Lord, Lord! 
That man's got a heart like a rock cast in the sea, 
Or else he wouldn't have gone so far from me. 

I got those St. Louis blues, I got the blues, I got the blues, I got the blues, 
My man's got a heart like a rock cast in the sea, 
Or else he wouldn't have gone so far from me, Lord, Lord!

Władziu Valentino Liberace (May 16, 1919 – February 4, 1987) was an American pianist, singer, and actor.  A child prodigy born in Wisconsin to parents of Italian and Polish origin, he enjoyed a career spanning four decades of concerts, recordings, television, motion pictures, and endorsements. At the height of his fame from the 1950s to 1970s, he was the highest-paid entertainer in the world!