(8 Brass) (Level 4) This classic Billy Strayhorn tune was arranged for the Airmen of Note, but inspired by tenor saxophonist Jerome Richardson's rendition. It starts with solo tenor sax on the verse and is joined by the lush band background on the body of the piece. Plenty of open space for a strong tenor soloist. Doubles: Alto 1/soprano and flute; Alto 2/flute; Tenor 2/flute.

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GIL CRAY is a former pianist and arranger for the Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the U. S. Air Force in Washington, D. C. During his 28-year career, he worked with legendary singers Tony Bennett, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams and Dianne Schuur. He also worked with Oliver Nelson, Pat Williams, Sammy Nestico, Bill Watrous and Louie Bellson. Gil's charts are in the libraries of numerous professional, college and high school jazz bands around the country. Many of his arrangements are recorded by the Airmen of Note and can be heard on the unofficial web-site www.rewindplay.com.