Open Sky
Arranger/Composer: Stempien & Turner
Item Code: 28600
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Open Sky is an up-tempo swing chart in a modal, post-bop style employing chords with upper extensions and polychords, reminiscent of the musical styles of the Brecker Brothers, Pat Metheny, and Lyle Mays. Three solo sections include both optional written solos and chord symbols for students who are ready to improvise.
Program Notes
Open Sky is an up-tempo swing chart in a post-bop style employing chords with upper extensions and polychords. Inspiration for this chart was drawn from both the modal jazz of the 1960s and the polytonalities popularized by musicians such as the Brecker Brothers, Pat Metheny, and Lyle Mays.
Grade Level: 4
Copyright: 2021
Number of Players: Standard
Duration: 4:10
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Category: Jazz Ensemble
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Conductor's Score
Alto Sax. 1
Alto Sax. 2
Tenor Sax. 1
Tenor Sax. 2
Baritone Sax.
Trumpet 1
Trumpet 2
Trumpet 3
Trumpet 4
Trombone 1
Trombone 2
Trombone 3
Bass Trombone
Electric Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drum Set