Take The 'A' Train by Billy Strayhorn Jazz Ensemble - Sheet Music
By Billy Strayhorn
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Take The 'A' Train
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Jazz Combo 3 horns trumpet or alto sax, alto or tenor sax, trombone or tenor sax & rhythm section - Grade 3
SKU: KN.5350
Composed by Billy Strayhorn. Arranged by Rusty Dedrick. Jazz Combo. Jazz Combo Series. Bright Swing. Score and set of parts. Kendor Music Inc #5350. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.5350).UPC: 822795053500.
Used as the signature tune of the Ellington Orchestra, the title of this great standard refers to the New York City subway line that young Billy Strayhorn took into Harlem's Sugar Hill district in 1938 when Duke hired him to write for his band. Featuring a traditional bright swing groove and an open solo section, this version will delight audiences of all ages. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued.
