Broadway Hits in Flex-Band Arrangements Monday, November 23, 2020
recommended by Ken T., Band Education Specialist
Cool (from West Side Story) arr. Paul Murtha, Grade 2-3
By far the jazziest tune from Bernstein’s “West Side Story” is the iconic “Cool.” Combining a medium swing style with angular riffs and a cocky attitude, here is a great sounding version for flexible instrumentation.
West Side Story (Selections) arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 2-3
The landmark musical “West Side Story” introduced a masterful musical score by Leonard Bernstein. This dynamic medley for young players is scored for flexible instrumentation and includes the timeless songs: “Maria,” “Tonight,” “One Hand, One Heart,” “America,” and “Somewhere.”
Highlights from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 2-3
One of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s early musicals, “Joseph” features an appealing variety of songs and styles, and remains as popular as ever before. This medley for flexible instrumentation includes: “Jacob and Sons,” “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door,” and “Go Go Go Joseph.”
Highlights from The Phantom of the Opera arr. Johnnie Vinson, Grade 2-3
Scored for flexible instrumentation, here is a marvelous setting of these dramatic and poignant songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s timeless classic. Includes: “The Phantom of the Opera,” “All I Ask of You,” “Think of Me,” and “The Music of the Night.”
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About the Author:
A former band director, Ken taught grade 5-12 band and music appreciation in both public and parochial schools in central Ohio, and has been at Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. His interests include reading, history, traditional amusement parks, the Muppets, and hockey (especially the Penguins).