Publisher : Hal Leonard
Series: Easy Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Thelonious Monk
Arranger: Michael Sweeney
Level: 2
 
One of the all-time great tunes by jazz legend Thelonious Monk. This arrangement by Michael Sweeney is an authentic adaptation using the original key (Bb) and preserving Monk's unique rhythmic phrases. The chart opens with a trumpet/tenor duet, however there is plenty of tutti ensemble playing and flexible solo sections over blues changes. This one is a must.

Instrumentation:
Full Score
1st Eb Alto Sax
2nd Eb Alto Sax
1st Bb Tenor Sax
2nd Bb Tenor Sax (optional)
Eb Baritone Sax
1st Bb Trumpet
2nd Bb Trumpet
3rd Bb Trumpet
4th Trumpet (optional)
1st Trombone
2nd Trombone
3rd Trombone
4th Trombone (optional)
Piano
Guitar (optional)
Bass
Drums

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