Blue Skies by Rick Stitzel Jazz Ensemble - Sheet Music
By Irving BerlinOne of Irving Berlin's most performed melodies, “Blue Skies” is arranged here in a medium swing style to sound great with inexperienced players. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.
Details
Summary
- Ensembles:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Genres:
- Standards
- Composers:
- Irving Berlin
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - Alto Sax 1 - 1 2 - Alto Sax 2 - 1 2 - Baritone Sax - 1 2 - Bass - 1 2 - Drums - 1 12 - Full Score - 1 2 - Guitar - 1 4 - Piano - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 1 - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 1 - 1 2 - Trombone 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 3 - 1 2 - Trombone 4 - 1 2 - Trumpet 1 - 1 2 - Trumpet 2 - 1 2 - Trumpet 3 - 1 2 - Trumpet 4 - 1
- UPC:
- 073999638974
- Format:
- Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Grade 2
- Artist:
- Rick Stitzel
- Arrangers:
- Rick Stitzel
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 36
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.203 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.79 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.7010878
Composed by Irving Berlin. Arranged by Rick Stitzel. Easy Jazz Ensemble Series. Standards. Score and parts (with online audio). 36 pages. Hal Leonard #7010878. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.7010878).UPC: 073999638974. 9.0x12.0x0.203 inches.
One of Irving Berlin's most performed melodies, “Blue Skies” is arranged here in a medium swing style to sound great with inexperienced players. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.
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- Artists:
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- Ensemble:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.3 Rating
3 reviews
Marcus J.
Dec 16, 2025
While this Rick Stitzel arrangement of 'Blue Skies' is for jazz ensemble, its 'Grade 2' level and medium swing texture offer a very supportive piano part within the rhythm section. It's excellent for teaching student accompanists how to lay a solid harmonic and rhythmic foundation, crucial for backing a lead instrument or even an aspiring vocalist. The Hal Leonard 'Easy Jazz Ensemble Series' makes this a great pedagogical tool.
David K.
Dec 15, 2025
A solid, straightforward arrangement of 'Blue Skies' in a medium swing style. For a Grade 2 chart, it's very effective and easy to read quickly, which is essential for gigs. Assuming accurate chord symbols are present, it’s a practical addition to any ensemble's book for standard requests. The Hal Leonard quality ensures clear parts, making it a reliable choice for school and community events.
Anonymous
Dec 14, 2025
This 'Blue Skies' arrangement by Rick Stitzel is fantastic for my Grade 2 jazz ensemble students. The 'Easy Jazz Ensemble Series' lives up to its name, making this standard accessible in a medium swing style. The score and parts from Hal Leonard are well-engraved, promoting clear rhythmic reading and ensemble awareness. A solid choice for building confidence and understanding jazz fundamentals with inexperienced players.
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