Four Brothers by Manhattan Transfer Vocal Jazz Ensemble - Sheet Music
By Manhattan TransferThe “four brothers” of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with this tune; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Paris Rutherford's setting simplifies the vocals slightly while retaining all the drive of the original. Awesome closer to any concert! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Details
Summary
- Instrument:
- Choir
- Ensembles:
- Vocal Jazz Ensemble Show Choir
- Genres:
- Adult Contemporary Standards Swing Big Band
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- Jazz Chorals
- UPC:
- 884088694104
- Format:
- Accompaniment CD
- Item types:
- Physical
- Artist:
- Manhattan Transfer
- Arrangers:
- Paris Rutherford
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.11 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.103817
By Manhattan Transfer. Arranged by Paris Rutherford. Jazz Chorals. Big Band, Show Choir, Standards, Swing, Vocal Jazz. CD. Duration 210 seconds. Hal Leonard #103817. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.103817).UPC: 884088694104. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
The “four brothers” of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with this tune; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Paris Rutherford's setting simplifies the vocals slightly while retaining all the drive of the original. Awesome closer to any concert! Available separately: SATB, SAB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Song List
Four Brothers
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- Series:
- Jazz Chorals
- Artists:
- Manhattan Transfer Paris Rutherford
- Ensemble:
- Vocal Jazz Ensemble Show Choir
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4 Rating
2 reviews
David L.
Dec 16, 2025
Paris Rutherford's arrangement of "Four Brothers" for vocal jazz ensemble is quite effective for coaching. The vocal lines are well-constructed, offering opportunities to work on blend, intonation, and rhythmic precision, especially with the 'slightly simplified' approach. The underlying accompaniment, even if using the ShowTrax CD or digital rhythm parts, provides a solid, supportive harmonic framework without overly doubling the vocal melody. Great for developing singers.
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
A reliable chart of "Four Brothers" for a vocal jazz ensemble. The Manhattan Transfer version is a standard, and this arrangement delivers. Assuming the rhythm parts, available digitally, include accurate chord symbols for the accompaniment, it's performance-ready. It maintains the essential feel and energy, making it a dependable choice for corporate gigs or concert closers. Good arrangement, gets the job done.
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