Rick Stitzel: Partituras medio

Destacada en la película Ha nacido una estrella, la exitosa canción Shallow, grabada por disfrutó del éxito en las listas de éxitos pop, además de ganar numerosos premios. Esta elegante ambientación p...

Con reminiscencias de la versión clásica de Count Basie, he aquí una magnífica versión de swing medio de este conocido estándar para solo vocal y conjunto de jazz.

Inspirada en la grabación del cantante de jazz Randy Crawford, la versión de Rick de esta maravillosa melodía presenta un estilo rock suave y una melodía sensual y cantable. Con partitura para solista...

Although he wasn't the first to record this familiar rock ballad, George Benson was responsible for its widespread popularity thanks to his huge hit recording in 1976. Beautifully arranged for vocal s...

This iconic jazz standard has remained a favorite for 80 years, and is arranged here for vocal soloist in a straight 8th ballad style. A brief trombone soli provides nice variety and the full ensemble...

Cálidos pads de metales, hermosas orquestaciones que incluyen trompetas de cubo silenciado, guitarra y vibráfono y una exuberante partitura de saxo crean el telón de fondo para este hermoso arreglo de...

This clever and catchy jazz standard has been recorded notably by Diana Krall, but also by Nat King Cole and Louis Armstrong. Arranged in a comfortable swing style this is a terrific feature for vocal...

Most famously recorded by Dinah Washington and featured recently in TV commercials, here is a unique feature for vocalist (or tenor sax) that is sure to be a hit at any concert. Guaranteed fun!

From Disney's animated hit movie Frozen and sung by Olaf the snowman, this entertaining song features a light 'soft shoe' style that adapts quite naturally for jazz ensemble. With skillful trading of...

Recorded by The Crusaders back in 1979, here is a funky version of this hit that will add excitement to any concert. In the same style as the original, this solid chart features the saxes on the head,...

An up-tempo rockin' style, call-and-response playing, and hot horn riffs are all a part of this arrangement of the Ray Charles classic. The legend of Ray lives on through tunes like this that never se...

Originally recorded in the '70s, Bill Withers' distinctive slow rocker has become a classic. The minor mode adds to the flavor, and Rick's version for young players skillfully passes the melody from s...

Lady Gaga is currently riding the wave of popularity with catchy tunes and a stunning style. Here is one of her signature hits in a terrific version for jazz ensemble. Solidly scored and fun to play!

Carefully utilizing every section of the band, here is a skillfully arranged version of this jazz favorite recorded by Illinois Jacquet and also Count Basie. Featuring a medium swing style and phrases...

Featured prominently in the movie A Star Is Born, the hit song Shallow, recorded by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, enjoyed success on the pop charts as well as winning numerous awards. This classy sett...

Few standards have maintained the staying power of this popular ballad, having been recorded by such luminaries as Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby to more recent versions by Harry Connick Jr. , Barbra S...

Famously recorded by Ella Fitzgerald with Louis Armstrong, here's a medium swinger from the early days of jazz that makes a perfect showcase for a charismatic vocal soloist (optional duet for female a...

From the 1960's Broadway production All American, this ballad has enjoyed wide popularity among jazz artists and has been recorded countless times. The beautiful melody and marvelous changes are blend...

Nobody could swing like the Duke! Here is his medium swing standard In a Mellow Tone skillfully arranged for the six-horn format that also includes solos for trumpet and alto sax. The shout chorus is...

In this medium swing setting for little big band, Rick Stitzel divides the ensemble between upper and lower voices as they trade phrases back and forth. This helps create the effect of a much larger e...

Get on board the High School Musical phenomenon with this signature tune from the 2008 movie (and the first one to hit theaters). This hot arrangement for young players features a relentless pulse and...

From the Broadway musical Bye Bye Birdie, this well-known tune works great in a jazz setting. Written in a medium up-tempo swing style, Rick Stitzel uses skilled ensemble scoring plus a great groove t...

Featured on the TV series The Voice performed by Ray Boudreaux, this hit from the 1970s is typical of the infectious bluesy style of composer/singer Bill Withers. Here's a funky chart for young player...

This catchy jazz standard from Dexter Gordon is masterfully arranged for younger players by Rick Stitzel. Featuring the saxes on the head, brass on the bridge, plus a solo for tenor and a full ensembl...

One of the most enduring compositions from Miles Davis' early career is this medium swing tune recorded on the 1954 album Walkin'. In this terrific chart for younger players, Rick Stitzel uses some ni...