Benny Goodman

Discovery Jazz ? Grade 1.5Here's a classic from Benny Goodman and the swing era that belongs in every beginning band's library. Great for teaching style this very easy arrangement features the brass on the melodyand the saxes playing the trademark counterline. Also included are written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.

The music of Benny Goodman was the driving force in launching the swing era in the mid 1930s. With the familiar hits Let's Dance; Stompin' at the Savoy; Moonglow and Sing Sing Sing this energetic and well-scored medley pays a fitting tribute to the King of Swing.

Professional Editions ? Grade 5Based on the Benny Goodman 1936 version of this jumpin' Fletcher Henderson tune this authentic edition features swingin' choruses for every section a transcription of Benny's clarinetsolo and the distinctive 5 clarinet chorus at the end (opt. sax substitutions included). A true classic from the big band era this up tempo swinger builds with intensity from beginning to end!