Piano - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1068122

Composed by George Gershwin. Arranged by Rami Bar-Niv. 20th Century,Blues,Contemporary,Folk,Jazz. Full Performance. Duration 1261. AndreA #6209991. Published by AndreA (A0.1068122).

This is a piano-solo arrangement of the original 2-piano score of Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin.

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1323881

By Michael Buble. By Haven Gillespie and John Frederick Coots. Arranged by Thomas Gunther. Blues,Christmas,Jazz. Score. 5 pages. Thomas Gunther Music Productions #912057. Published by Thomas Gunther Music Productions (A0.1323881).

Solo Piano Arrangement By Thomas Gunther
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town is another one of my favorite Christmas songs. For some reason I love playing it in a bluesy style, with some jazz voicings. The bridge is more in stride piano style.
About The Arrangement
The arrangement includes different stylistic elements found in more traditional popular piano music. It definitely has a bluesy vibe, but also shows elements of jazz and stride piano.
When it comes to the form I extended it by adding an intro that comes back in-between sections in form of an interlude. There is also an outro. 
About The Sheet Music
The sheet music is basically a transcription of my recording. It contains jazz chord symbols and plentiful of articulations as well as some dynamic markings. 
My Arranging Workflow
I have different approaches for creating solo piano arrangements of songs. The one I took here is as follows. First I come up with different ideas, try them out, and after a while settle on those I like best. Once I practiced and internalized those ideas I press record and hope for the best. Before the final version is done, I record myself many times over. This gives me the opportunity to improve upon each version until I have one that I feel comfortable with.
Recommendations For Learning The Song
I recommend that you first listen to my performance while reading along in the sheet music. This way you get a better understanding about the phrasing and the rhythmic feel.
You may want to spend a little time just vamping a few bars to get into the groove. When that feels good move on to different sections.
The bridge is different in feel because it is based on stride piano rather than blues. Stride piano features big jumps in the left hand and big intervals between the outer notes (up to a 10th). Should you have difficulty in playing those big intervals (smaller hands will make this hard) you may roll the notes and use the sustain pedal.
Is This Arrangement For You?
This solo piano arrangement is for every pianist who would like to try playing Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town in a more bluesy-jazzy style. Dependent on what your specialty is musically speaking, you made benefit from it in different ways. Here are some examples.
Classical Pianists
If you are a classical pianist who rarely listens to jazz and blues music, this arrangement might be a great way to dip your feed into more contemporary genres and styles like blues and jazz. This said, it might be quite challenging. Not from a technical point of view, but from a musical point of view. For example, swung eighth notes and accents and phrasing in blues and jazz are somewhat contrary to classical music. It's gonna be a great learning experience for sure!
Jazz Pianists
Should you be a jazz musician or blues musician, you may not necessarily want to play the arrangement as written note for note. Instead, you might just fall in love with some of my ideas and create your own arrangement based on those.
This goes especially for the solo section. You can play my solo or use it as inspiration for your own solo. Of course experiences blues and jazz musicians will prefer to make up their own solo.
I truly hope you have fun playing this arrangement! Yes.

C Instrument - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1143608

By John Coltrane. By Miles Davis. Arranged by Dan Ford. Contemporary,Jazz. Lead Sheet / Fake Book. 4 pages. Dan Ford #743925. Published by Dan Ford (A0.1143608).

All Blues — Contemporary jazz ensemble By Miles Davis Arranged by Dan Ford for contemporary jazz ensemble, including parts for rhythm section, tenor saxophone, alto saxophone, and trombone. This arrangement is gig-tested and designed for ease of reading during the heat of a live gig. All parts include chord changes for improvised solos or embellishment of backing parts. All Blues is Miles Davis’ composition from his 1959 album Kind Of Blue. This arrangement features a combined Rhythm Section part with clear chord spellings and rhythmic cues for bass guitar, drum kit, guitar, and piano. Additionally, the arranger has included original backing parts for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, and trombone. The horn parts include divisi voices in harmony allowing a choice of which horn plays lead or harmony, or each horn part can also play the tune’s melody. The tenor saxophone can be doubled by Bb trumpet, making the appropriate octave transpositions. Find more arrangements by Dan Ford at www.danfordmusic.com.

Guitar - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1429493

By The Candlelight Guitarist. By Alfonso Esparza Oteo. Arranged by Bradley Powell. Classical,Folk,Holiday,Latin,Mariachi. Guitar Tab. 5 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #1010189. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1429493).

This is the traditional Mexican birthday song (the short version of the verse commonly sung for birthdays) with an additional verse played in 6/8 time, all arranged for solo guitar, in Spanish-classical fingerstyle. The entire arrangement can be heard and seen in the YouTube video linked below. This arrangement includes melody, bass line, and harmony (and lyrics), as a guitar solo, which can also be used with vocalists singing along.

ABOUT the arranger: Brad Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso, and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his four dogs. Brad also played as the solo guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventure at Disney's Grand Californian Resort by Disneyland (March 2019-January 2024), providing music for the Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, Cinderella, and their friends and guests).

 

Piano Solo - Advanced Intermediate - Digital Download Arranged by Kevin Robison. Jazz, Christmas, Hanukkah, Pop, New Age. Sheet Music Single. 48 pages. Published by Kevin Robison Music

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.875371

Composed by Spiritual. Arranged by Dr Jerry Nelson. Blues,Christian,Gospel. Score. 10 pages. Jerry Nelson #4102879. Published by Jerry Nelson (A0.875371).

NOTE:  This fun, groovy, jazz rendition may be played 1) As a Standalone, or   2) With the fully-orchestrated accompaniment track, #SO.407477, or  3) use the provided chord chart to add live bass and drums (brushes).  Receive both arrangement levels (4 and 5+) for the price of one!
The AUDIO DEMO is performed at the higher level.  Time: 3:43. 

DO YOU or a Friend or Student PLAY ONE OF THESE:  FL, OB, CL, ASX, TSX, HN, TPT, TBN, VLN, VLA, CEL? Show them where you found the 'Needle in the Haystack.'  SEARCH:  Jerry Nelson (plus the name of Instrument).  

Visit www.JerryNelsonMusic.com for a FREE 15-song Mega-Medley of Arrangements & Audio Demos.

Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.874747

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Dr. Jerry Nelson. Blues,Christian,Christmas,Gospel,Jazz. Score. 11 pages. Jerry Nelson #3594411. Published by Jerry Nelson (A0.874747).

Opens in a lush, expressive mood.  But wait 'til the rhythm kicks in.  Jazz trio at its best.   NOTE:  This piece may be played 1) As a Standalone, or   2) use the provided chord chart to add live bass and drums (brushes). Accompaniment track not available.  Receive both arrangement levels (4 and 5+) for the price of one!  The AUDIO DEMO is performed at the higher level.   Time: 3:17. 

DO YOU or a Friend or Student PLAY ONE OF THESE:  FL, OB, CL, ASX, TSX, HN, TPT, TBN, VLN, VLA, CEL? Show them where you found the 'Needle in the Haystack.'  SEARCH:  Jerry Nelson (plus the name of Instrument).  

Visit www.JerryNelsonMusic.com for a FREE 15-song Mega-Medley of Arrangements & Audio Demo.

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.948707

Composed by Giacomo Puccini. Arranged by Bradley Powell (The Candlelight Guitarist). 20th Century,Concert,Holiday,Opera,Wedding. Individual part. 3 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #6794347. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.948707).

One of the most beloved arias by Giacomo Puccini, from the opera Gianni Schicchi (1918), in a new off-the-record classical guitar finger-style arrangement by Bradley Powell (The Candlelight Guitarist). NOTE: This sheet music is in Standard Notation--(a separate edition in both TABS and standard notation is also available here). This arrangement is from The Candlelight Guitarist album The Wedding of Dulcinea & Don Quixote. It's an Intermediate classical guitar level (similar to Sor, Carcassi and Giuliani etudes), an excellent piece for concert or recital, weddings, dinners, or general enjoyment.

ABOUT: Bradley Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. Brad is also the classical guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventuire at the Disneyland's Grand Californian Resort. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his dogs.

B-Flat Trumpet Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1097342

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #701290. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1097342).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Trumpet - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate music student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.

Trombone Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1110410

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #701288. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1110410).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Trombone - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate music student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.

Tenor Saxophone Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1110409

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #701287. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1110409).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Tenor Saxophone - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate saxophone student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.

Solo Guitar - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1182996

Composed by Doug Smith. 20th Century,Blues,Classical,Country,Jazz. Individual part. 6 pages. Doug Smith Guitar Studio #781960. Published by Doug Smith Guitar Studio (A0.1182996).

Ray's Blues. Minneapolis Music Series is the original guitar version of this country jazz tune. The music is rhythmic and upbeat with a catchy melody. Ray’s Blues was later arranged for an ensemble with sax and percussion for the 4th Act of “Ballet Lu� and retitled “Dance of the Hustler�.

B-Flat Clarinet Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1097334

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #701278. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1097334).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Alto Saxophone - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate music student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.

Flute Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1097339

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #701283. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1097339).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Flute - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate music student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.

Alto Saxophone Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1096730

By Anderson Quevedo. By Anderson Quevedo. Arranged by Anderson Quevedo. Blues,Instructional,Jazz. Individual part. 2 pages. The Sheet Music Library #700723. Published by The Sheet Music Library (A0.1096730).

Billietude's Bounce #1 for Alto Saxophone - Easy Intermediate Blues/Jazz Original Etude In this etude the beginner to intermediate saxophone student that wants to study improvisation will find a great built-up how-to-practice a 12-bar blues/jazz improvisation using only the 1-3 of each chord, then building up to 1-3-5, 1-3-5-7 and some approach notes. Chord changes based on the Charlie Parker tune Billie's Bounce.