Excelcia Music Publishing The First Noel - Nishimura - Jazz Ensemble - Gr. 4

Arranger: Yukiko Nishimura
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Jazz Ensemble
Grade: 4

Description
Arranger Yukiko Nishimura reveals her distinct musical character through this arrangment of a classic Christmas melody. The goal for this chart is for the players to muscially resonate with each other as one, challenging musicians to be warm and relaxed while performing this piece to accurately convey the emotion Yukiko intended.

Program Notes
This arrangement presents an alternative version for Jazz ensemble, inspired by the composer's own imagination of her original arrangement for a different setting. It reveals a distinct musical character and offers a fresh perspective on the original sound world.