Bring the toe-tapping joy of Dixieland jazz to your ensemble with ‘Bogalusa Strut’ by Sam Morgan, arranged with flair for
Brass Quintet by Francesco Leone. This intermediate-level arrangement is perfect for musicians looking to capture the exuberant spirit of early jazz while challenging their technical skills in a group setting.
This e Book offers a complete
score and an array of ten
parts for a versatile brass quintet configuration: two B-flat Trumpets, French Horn in F, Trombone, and Tuba. Each part has been carefully crafted to ensure it stays true to the Dixieland style, with syncopated rhythms and lively melodic lines that are the hallmark of this jubilant genre.
Acknowledging the diversity of brass ensembles, this arrangement includes alternative parts for E-flat Horn, B-flat Tenor horn/Trombone in treble clef, B-flat Trombone in treble clef, and both E-flat and B-flat Tuba in treble clef. These options offer ensembles the flexibility to tailor their performance to the available instruments and the players’ strengths, ensuring that each rendition of the ‘Bogalusa Strut’ is as spirited and authentic as possible.
An audio demonstration is conveniently accessible on www.glissato.it, providing an excellent practice tool for ensembles. This demo helps musicians to internalize the groove and style of the piece, ensuring a cohesive and spirited performance.
This e Book is an invitation to step back in time to the energetic streets of New Orleans, giving brass quintets the opportunity to explore the roots of jazz in a fun and engaging way. Whether for performance or pleasure, ‘Bogalusa Strut’ is a delightful addition to the brass quintet repertoire, sure to bring smiles and swing to any occasion.
