Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement with Optional Vocal

Description: Ballad/Contemporary - Medium

Publisher: Walrus Music Publishing

A wonderful big band approach to this patriotic song. Begins with a fully voiced chorale with trumpets in flugels. The remainder of the piece uses a "contemporary" straight 8th note feel, featuring Tenor 1 (or an optional female vocal soloist) as well as a trombone soli setting of the melody. A bug, full ensemble finish makes this the perfect "closer." Recorded by Ryan Haines Big Band on "New Horizons" on Sea Breeze Jazz.

Full Score
Vocal (Optional)
2 Alto Saxophones
2 Tenor Saxophones
Baritone Saxophone
4 Trumpets
4 Trombones
Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drums