Bill Withers: Lean on Me: Jazz Ensemble: Score

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around to all sections. Also includes a brief solo for tenor sax.

The Novello Primary Chorals series presents Easy Soul, containing six of the greatest soul songs that children will love to sing. For 2-part Choir and Piano accompaniment, the simple and easy arrangements of these hit tunes will provide a fun and enjoyable introduction to ensemble singing.From US soul classics like Aretha Franklin's Respect and Ben E. King's Stand By Me to James Brown's driving funk tune I Got You (I Feel Good), every one of these songs is great fun for children to sing and listen to. The simple vocal arrangements of all seven songs include easy Piano accompaniments and Guitar chord symbols, so an adult or even one of the children can accompany on an instrument getting everyone involved. To make it even easier for young singers, the Novello Primary Chorals Easy Soul sheet music comes with a download card of sound-alike backing and vocal demonstration tracks. This means that the group can hear exactly how everything should sound, before trying it out themselves with a professionally-recorded track. This is sure to be an enriching and rewarding experience for them, getting their ears musically-trained while also making learning and creativity fun. The download card is very easy to use, simply put the code in and download the tracks straight to your computer.These fantastic hits are well-known to most, but if not all children know all the tunes, they are sure to enjoy hearing them for the first time and then singing all the songs themselves. With Feeling Good, Lean On Me and (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay, the songs in this song book represent not just some of the best soul songs, but some of the best melodies of all time. From the pens of expert songwriters and our expert arrangers, the sound of a children's choir singing these jazz, funk and soul songs will be one that your audience will never forget.For easy vocal arrangements of some incredible and classic soul songs, check out the Novello Primary Chorals Easy Soul sheet music songbook, putting soul in the school and classy jazz in the classroom! / Choeur

Take centre stage and play along with a live rhythm section featuring Bass, Drums and Piano This collection features 24 great songs, from Jazz and Blues standards through Soul and Gospel favourites and lively Swing and Latin numbers. The authentic CD backing tracks will help you achieve a more professional performance. What's included: Printed music - 24 pieces in melody line arrangements Two audio CDs - Professional 'soundalike' performances of every piece featuring a live band on CD 1, plus backing tracks to play along with on CD 2. / Flûte Traversière