Pure Imagination
This dazzling arrangement is a great showcase for a vocalist, orchestra, and a contemporary rhythm section. The orchestral and keyboard instruments provide a “magical” texture supported with a Brazilian partido alto rhythm that adds a modern groove. The virtuosic vocal part encompasses a 2-octave range, a dynamic vocalese with the orchestra, and an opportunity to improvise during the closing section. This is best suited for advanced performers. The demo recording will be a useful guide for quicker preparation. Performance time is approximately 4:50.
Out of This World
This dynamic arrangement is set in a driving Latin style (quasi-Samba with an Afro-Cuban feel during the bridge). It features a jazz soprano vocalist (range C4-F5) which can also be performed an 8ve lower to accommodate a tenor voice. Piano, electric guitar, electric bass, and drumset are the driving force for the orchestra.
September
Arranged for full orchestra supported by electric guitar, electric bass, and drums. It contains all of the music elements within Earth Wind and Fire’s original recording. The lead vocal melody is scored for the violins with bowings that will help players capture the expressive phrasing within this R&B style. Articulations are abundant to help all players capture the style. The electric bass line is transcribed exactly to help capture the fundamental rhythm section feel for the orchestra. The mp3 MIDI demo will be a helpful performance guide as well. The performance level is intermediate to advanced. The performance time is 3:30.