It Came Upon A Midnight Clear by Traditional, Arr. by John La Barbera
Following the phenomenal success of his album In The Christmas Mood by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, LaBarbera sets his sights on a Basie Christmas. This version of Midnight Clear swings from beat one. John says in his score notes that directors should think Basie with just a touch of Bach and the chart will play itself. Piano interjects solo material in several places, including a pair of straight-8th interludes for stylistic contrast. Grade: Advanced Style: SWING Ranges: E6 trumpet, B4 trombone Solos: ad lib solos: alto, trumpet, piano Rhythm Section: rhythm section parts partially notated with chords cued Instrumentation: standard instrumentation Item: 2975 Price: $56.00
Following the phenomenal success of his album In The Christmas Mood by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, LaBarbera sets his sights on a Basie Christmas. This version of Midnight Clear swings from beat one. John says in his score notes that directors should think Basie with just a touch of Bach and the chart will play itself. Piano interjects solo material in several places, including a pair of straight-8th interludes for stylistic contrast. 
