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Genre: Jazz Ensemble Series
# of Players: 15+
Level: 3 | Duration: 4:40
Publisher: Brolga Music | Copyright: 2012
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Hang Loose Herbie is reminiscent of the piece 'Watermelon Man' and similar pieces recorded throughout this period of Herbie Hancock's career.
Genre: Jazz Ensemble Series | # of Players: 15+
Level: 3 | Duration: 4:40
Instrumentation
Alto Saxophone 1, 2
Tenor Saxophone 1, 2
Baritone Saxophone
Trumpet 1, 2, 3
Optional Trumpet (4)
Trombone 1, 2, 3
Optional Trombone (4)
Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drums
Vibraphone (optional)
Optional French Horn (Trombone 1)
Optional Baritone TC/ Tenor Saxophone (Trombone 1, 2, 3)
Tuba
Program Notes
This piece plays tribute to the great pianist/ composer Herbie Hancock. His 1963 debut album for the Blue Note recording label featured a tune entitled 'Watermelon Man'. Hang Loose Herbie is reminiscent of this piece and similar pieces recorded throughout this period of his career. The work is based on a blues progression with an extra four bars. Whilst the two chords in 'Watermelon Man' move by step, they move chromatically in Hang Loose Herbie.