Belwin Sophisticated Lady

• Composer/Author: ELLINGTON, DUKE
• Instrumentation: JAZZ ENSEMBLE
• Grade/Level: 4.0
• Model # 38694

Words and music by Duke Ellington, Irving Mills, and Mitchell Parish / arr. Mike Crotty
Series: Premier Jazz Series
Category: Jazz Ensemble
Level: 4 (Medium Advanced / Difficult)

Arranged especially for the USAF Airmen of Note, this alto ballad is outstanding in every respect. The introduction features 'bones playing the bridge, followed by the A section statement with alto and piano, development, alto solo space, some double time sections, back to the ballad tempo, and a big ensemble ending. Lead trumpet range to written high E-flat. Includes optional 5th trumpet part.