Billy Strayhorn Ensemble

Classic Jazz Artists, Instrumental Ensemble

Study and perform some of the great compositions and harmonic style of Billy Strayhorn, famous for co-writing with the legendary Duke Ellington and his orchestra. Students will learn the songs “Upper Manhattan Medical Group,” “Chelsea Bridge,” “Passion Flower,” “Isfahan,” and more.

For trumpet, tenor, trombone, and rhythm section.

Intermediate to Advanced level suggested.