This arrangement of "My Little Suede Shoes" takes Bird's iconic bebop-meets-Caribbean standard and perfectly adapts it for chamber brass. It delivers an infectious, toe-tapping rhythm that instantly changes the pace of any gig, giving both the performers and the audience a refreshing break from traditional quintet literature.
Arranged with the working professional in mind, this chart captures the breezy syncopation of the original 1951 recording. The tuba and trombone lay down a rock-solid, driving Latin bass line, freeing up the trumpets and horn to playfully navigate the melody without chopping out. Whether you need an engaging educational outreach piece, a lively park concert feature, or a palate cleanser for a formal recital, this gig-tested chart brings undeniable energy to the stage.
What’s Included:
Format: Digital PDF Download
Files: Full Score & Individual Parts (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba)
Difficulty: Medium-Advanced (Grade 4)
Duration: ~3:00
This arrangement of "My Little Suede Shoes" takes Bird's iconic bebop-meets-Caribbean standard and perfectly adapts it for chamber brass. It delivers an infectious, toe-tapping rhythm that instantly changes the pace of any gig, giving both the performers and the audience a refreshing break from traditional quintet literature.
Arranged with the working professional in mind, this chart captures the breezy syncopation of the original 1951 recording. The tuba and trombone lay down a rock-solid, driving Latin bass line, freeing up the trumpets and horn to playfully navigate the melody without chopping out. Whether you need an engaging educational outreach piece, a lively park concert feature, or a palate cleanser for a formal recital, this gig-tested chart brings undeniable energy to the stage.
What’s Included:
Format: Digital PDF Download
Files: Full Score & Individual Parts (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba)
Difficulty: Medium-Advanced (Grade 4)
Duration: ~3:00
