Soft Lights and Sweet Music

Hal Leonard Publications
Series: Professional Editions-Jazz Ensemble
Words and music by Irving Berlin
Arranged by Michael Abene
As recorded by Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra
From the Stage Production "Face The Music"

Recorded by the Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (“Soft Lights And Hot Music”), Michael Abene's outstanding chart casts this Irving Berlin standard in a totally new light. (You will find the melody in the bass line of the 2nd phrase). Featuring a blazing tempo with furious lines and screaming ensemble passages, this is an exciting piece for mature bands! (Woodwind doubles optional).

Instrumentation:
Full Score
1st Eb Alto Sax (Soprano Sax)
2nd Eb Alto Sax (Flute)
1rs Bb Tenor Sax
2nd Bb Tenor Sax (Soprano Sax or Clarinet)
Eb Baritone Sax (Bass clarinet)
1st Bb Trumpet
2nd Bb Trumpet
3rd Bb Trumpet
4th Bb Trumpet
F Horn (opt.)
1st Trombone
2nd Trombone
3rd Trombone
4th Trombone
Piano
Guitar
Bass
Drums