That Old Black Magic
Sheet Music

Jazz choir (SSATB choir with rhythm section) - Level 4

SKU: NC.VJ2158

Composed by Harold Arlen & Johnny Mercer. Arranged by Kerry Marsh. Swing, Afro-Cuban. Set of 16 octavos with rhythm parts. Published by UNC Jazz Press (NC.VJ2158).

This arrangement of the Harold Arlen/Johnny Mercer standard was commissioned by Irving McArthur HS (TX) and has the kind of aggressive reharmonization and interesting groove ideas with accessible voice-leading for which Marsh has earned a reputation. The chart uses a mix of afro-cuban 6/8 feel and double-time swing. A vamping hook at the beginning, middle and end makes it memorable to your audience and a blast for the group. There is also plenty of solo space over newly composed minor changes that invite singers to improvise with greater ease; and backgrounds that bring on more intensity and excitement. This arrangement works equally well as an opener or closer for your set. SSATB with rhythm section.