(Level IV) One of Don's most popular charts ever and a major composition. A rich, multi-layered minor tune in a moderately fast 9 meter with plenty of shifting subdivisions. Eventually, everyone gets featured either as a soloist or as a section. A surefire showstopper that winds it all up with a dirty 4/4 blues. Optional trumpet passage up to E7. A Don Ellis Critical Edition. (Critical Editor Nick Di Scala) WW Doubles, 4 Reeds (Reed 1: Sop and Flute, Reed 2: Alto, Reed 3: Tenor & Clarinet, Reed 4: Baritone and Oboe), Solo Trumpet, French Horn, Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone, Tuba, Drums 1, 2, 3, & 4, Violin 1 & 2, Viola, and Cello. 6 Brass

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DON ELLIS was acknowledged by the jazz world as one of the most important, influential and innovative jazz musicians in this century. During his career as a trumpeter, he developed new styles and concepts that brought revolutionary change to jazz. The late Don Ellis developed "Third Stream Jazz," a style merging elements of classical music with jazz. He brought the use of electronics into his work, again creating unique and spectacular sound. Ellis wrote various musical backgrounds for television shows, commercials and the film industry. Receiving his Bachelor of Music degree in Composition from Boston University, Ellis was recognized during his career with various awards, including several Grammy Nominations and a Grammy Award in 1972.