The song was chosen by the bigband leader randy brooks the next year as. Harlem nocturne jazz classics for younger bands, jazz. Enjoy great flexibility with the easy jazz ensemble series. Hal leonard digital sheet music at sheet music plus. This legendary alto sax feature is available in its original version with full.
While driving around southern california one day i heard this version of harlem nocturne on a local jazz station. In harlem nocturne, esteemed scholar farah jasmine griffin tells the stories of three black female artists whose creative and political efforts fueled this historic movement. On this occasion we offer the sheet music and playalong of harlem nocturne jazz standard jazz sheet music and playalong for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, bass saxophone, sopranino saxophone, baritone. This haunting ballad from the 40s received notoriety as the theme song for televisions mike hammer. Check out harlem nocturne original recordings 1945 1960 by various artists on amazon music. Harlem nocturne alto sax solo with band at stantons. Harlem nocturne has its roots in late 1930s jazz and the big band era. Every aspiring jazz player is familiar with this haunting ballad j. The title track alone makes the rest of the album worth hearing. New york ska jazz ensemble harlem nocturne youtube. Browse and buy all sheet music titles composed by earle hagen 19192008. Harlem nocturne alto sax solo with band young concert band. What better vehicle than the sultry jazz standard harlem nocturne to showcase the talents of your alto sax soloist. On this occasion we offer the sheet music and playalong of harlem.
Earl bostic april 25, 19 october 28, 1965 was an american jazz and rhythm and blues alto saxophonist. Roger holmes mike steinel can be used for any player. Michele weir hal leonard corporation a favorite of jazz instrumentalists for decades, this vintage ballad works beautifully for vocal jazz ensembles in this shimmering arrangement. The tremolo guitar and echoing drums evoke a smoky, foggy daze. The song was adopted by bandleader randy brooks the next year as his theme song. Harlem nocturne by dick rogers and earle hagen 19192008. In harlem nocturne, esteemed scholar farah jasmine griffin tells the stories of three black female artists whose creative and political efforts fueled this historic movement for change.
Harlem nocturne tenor sax 1 by dick rogers and earle. Jazz combo, jazz ensemble sheet music book by earle hagen 19192008. Harlem nocturne original recordings 1945 1960 by various. Like many african americans in the city at the time. Women artists of progressive politics during world war ii%%. Harlem nocturne jazz classics, jazz ensemble big band. Ever since its first appearance in 1940 earle hagens hauntingly beautiful harlem nocturne has been one of the most performed pieces in american popular music. The muted lights and hushed clamor seeping from a bustling club, as viewed from the sidewalk outside. Music notes for jazz ensemble sheet music by dick rogers and earle hagen 19192008.
Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm. Sep 22, 2014 harlem nocturne is one of the most popular tunes for the saxophone. The flexible scoring allows you to feature either trumpet or alto on this famous melody. Oct 05, 20 harlem nocturne is a jazz standard written by earle hagen and dick rogers in 1939. From the 2nd show by mr hos orchestrotica, on the td stage, june 29th, 2012, at the montreal jazz festival.
Complete your new york skajazz ensemble collection. Jazz ensemble library this standard from the 40s has been recorded countless times in recent years and remains a staple in jazz libraries everywhere. The song was chosen by the bigband leader randy brooks the next year as his theme song the version by the viscounts has the distinction of being released twice and rising high on the billboard charts each time. Sheet music and playalong of harlem nocturne for wind and. Harlem nocturne from mike hammer sheet music leadsheet. Watch the video for harlem nocturne from new york skajazz ensembles new york skajazz ensemble for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Harlem nocturne earle hagen paul murtha rundel verlag. Harlem nocturne by the viscounts on amazon music unlimited. The nervy thrill of an unfamiliar neighborhood at night. Hagen is also the composer behind harlem nocturne, probably one of the most covered saxaphone songs in history 500 versions so far and counting.
Find harlem nocturne, jazz classics, jazz ensemble big band, jazz standards and more at marina music. Harlem nocturne is one of the most popular tunes for the saxophone. Harlem nocture 15 different versions for saxophone. The uncanniness of an empty street in a crowded city. Lyrics to harlem nocturne by new york skajazz ensemble. Watch the video for harlem nocturne from new york ska jazz ensemble s new york ska jazz ensemble for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Jul 19, 20 check out harlem nocturne original recordings 1945 1960 by various artists on amazon music. Written in 1939 this tune is considered a jazz standard and has been recorded by a lot of different musicians, not just saxophonists of course, but you have to admit, it sure sounds good on the sax. This is the sound of the viscounts 1959 jazzrock instrumental harlem nocturne. The version by the viscounts has the distinction of being released twice and rising high on the billboard charts.
Shop for the hal leonard harlem nocturne alto sax solo with band young concert band series level 3 arranged by paul murtha and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. The saxophone section takes the spotlight here while the brass add background figures to spice things up. Harlem nocturne is a jazz standard written by earle hagen and dick rogers in 1939. Hal leonard harlem nocturne jazz band level 2 arranged by rick stitzel this haunting ballad from the 40s received notoriety as the theme song for televisions mike hammer. Arranged with a richly scored accompaniment, this will bring back memories of the big band era and be an impressive addition to any concert. Hal leonard harlem nocturne alto sax solo with band. Harlem nocturne by earle hagen 19192008 sheet music for. Print and download harlem nocturne tenor sax 1 sheet music. Harlem nocturne, a final fantasy viii fanfic fanfiction. Jazz ensemble sheet music book by dick rogers and earle hagen 19192008. Hal leonard harlem nocturne jazz band level 2 arranged by. This instrumental pack contains parts for piano, bass and drums. The new york skajazz ensemble collection 19952004 2005. There is a solid harlem nocturne ensemble chorus leading to the solo section that earle hagenarr.
Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Harlem nocturne is a saxophonesaturated song born in 1939 that has. Hagen, and the older man gave a wave of his wand baton, seifer thought and the bass played began playing a slow beat. Show off your vocal jazz technique with this vintage jazz ballad that shimmers with style. This version by legendary arranger john krance skillfully capturesthe.
Bostic played harlem nocturne in a dynamic, almost mystical way, retaining the songs blues feeling but also giving it a spirituality and air that many others never injected. The premier site for the history and analysis of the standards jazz musicians play the most. It had to be the very best version i have ever heard. Harlem nocturne is a jazz standard written by earle hagen and dick rogers in 1939 for the ray noble orchestra, of which they were members. This sultry swing standard is a nice change of pace for jazz combo. Lyrics to harlem nocturne by new york ska jazz ensemble. Harlem nocturne alto sax solo with band at stantons sheet. Writen in 1939 while hagen was an arranger with the ray noble orchestra, the song has lived on as a. Harlem nocturne by earle hagen 19192008 sheet music.
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