The Dark Moon
Sheet Music

Big band (solos for soprano saxophone and guitar; woodwind doubles) - Level 4

SKU: NC.2401

Composed by Scott Arcangel. This edition: Trumpet range to Db6. Contemporary. Score and set of parts. Published by UNC Jazz Press (NC.2401).

(Level IV) The Dark Moon waxes and wanes very similarly to an actual lunar cycle, with cyclic figures washing in and out over melodic material throughout the piece. Extended solo space for soprano sax and guitar serves the composition as much as it features the soloists. Layers of simple melodic lines over modern harmony and sounds make this a piece and ensemble can enjoy. Woodwind doubles: 2 flutes, 2 clarinets, bass clarinet (alternate parts without double included). Recorded by the West Point Band's Jazz Knights on the CD Turning Points. 8 Brass.