This Motown classic was a hit for Marvin Gaye in the 60's and later made popular by the California Raisins. John Berry gives it a new spin in this powerful version for jazz ensemble. The melody is traded between the saxes andtrumpets and solos are included for alto sax and trumpet.

This classic Marvin Gaye hit has always been a favourite with jazzers and has great crossover appeal. From the CD 'Out of the Woods' by the Les Hooper Band this funky version is infused with a West Coast attitude and is packed with energy and drive. A solo for alto sax is featured.Instrumentation:BASSTROMBONE 1TROMBONE 2TROMBONE 3TROMBONE 4DRUMSPIANOGUITARFULL SCOREALTO SAX 1ALTO SAX 2TENOR SAX 1TENOR SAX 2BARITONE SAXTRUMPET 1TRUMPET 2TRUMPET 3TRUMPET 4

Relying heavily on the percussion and a hypnotic pulse this arrangement of Marvin Gaye's #1 hit offers a terrific change of pace for any show. One of the original jam tunes your players are sure to enjoy this R&B funk classic.

Par GAYE MARVIN / LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). Though initially written over 50 years ago, Marvin Gaye's plea for peace and understanding is a message that still resonates strongly and needs to be heard. This arrangement for string orchestra by Robert Longfield maintains the original's easy cool and R