Small Ensemble Sheet Music

Retrograde for New Orleans Style Brass Band

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Composer:
James Blake (b. 1988)
Difficulty:
Intermediate Advanced
Arranger:
Lucas Blevins (b. 2001)
Performance Time:
Approximately 3.5 minutes
Instrumentation:
Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trombone, Sousaphone, Drumset
Description:
This classic ballad from 2013 brings a funky twist to the typical New Orleans setlist. The arrangement strikes a fine balance between lead sheet and full notation giving accessibility to intermediate ensembles while providing room for improvisation and ornamentation by advanced groups.