Billy Preston and Bruce Fisher : You Are So Beautiful (Key: C, Db)

Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974 this became a #1 hit on the charts and in 1975 became the first musical number ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live! Here is a funky version for young players that carefullymaintains the feeland style of the original.

with The Wind Beneath My Wings-Greg Gilpin has arranged the classic song You Are So Beautiful by Billy Preston and Bruce Fisher with the popular ballad The Wind Beneath My Wings by Larry Henley and Jeff Silbar for TTBB and Piano accompaniment.

John Clayton penned this gorgeous ballad treatment for the great Joe Williams. With exquisite reharmonizations and carefully crafted accompaniment figures the mood starts out mellow then arcs beautifully to a full ensemble climaxbefore tapering to a quiet ending. (Altos double Flute Tenors double Clarinet Bari. doubles Bass Clar.)Recorded on “Smack Dab in the Middle” – The Hal Leonard Jazz Orchestra conducted by JohnClayton (07011581)

Beautiful is what you will say when you hear this. The lush choral writing is supported by a rich accompaniment. Perfect for both concert groups and show choirs. Available for SATB SAB and SSA. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance time approx. 2:45

'Beautiful' is what you will say when you hear this. The lush choral writing is supported by a rich accompaniment. Perfect for both concert groups and show choirs. Available for SATB SAB and SSA. ShowTrax CD also available. Performance time approx.