Nestico, straight-ahead.Ā "Play it Again, Sammy" is a medium-relaxedĀ swing chart in the classic 60's Basie mold.
BewareĀ of demanding brass ranges, and look for the solos for trumpet and piano.Ā "Sammy"Ā makes a great concert or festival opener.
The recording above is from the Northern Illinois University Jazz Ensemble's CDĀ On the Road with the Mode. Ā I am the bari player on this band during my grad. school days in the mid-90s.
5-6 mins
Composed by:Ā Rick Hirsch
Arranged by:Ā Rick Hirsch
Ensemble:Ā Jazz Ensemble
Format:Ā Conductor Score & Parts
Parts included:
- Alto Saxes 1 & 2
- Tenor Saxes 3 & 4
- Baritone Sax
- 4 Trumpets
- 4 Trombones (incl. Bass Tbn.)Ā
- Guitar
- Piano
- Bass
- Drums