Composer
Arranger
Mike Conrad
Category
Big Band
Level
Medium-Advanced
Style
Jazz Waltz
Ranges
Trumpet: Eb6, Trombone: C5
Duration
5:56
Description
Alto 1 is featured on this piece honoring saxophonist Gerry Niewood, commissioned by the Humanities Center and College of Arts & Sciences at Syracuse University. An earthy rubato opening gives way to an aggressive jazz waltz, interspersed with playful references to Niewood's tune "Joy".
Instrumentation
Standard Big Band (5/4/4/4)
Additional Info
Optional vibes part available upon request.