The Star-Spangled Banner
Sheet Music

Jazz ensemble - Level 3

SKU: NC.2354

Arranged by Scott Arcangel. This edition: Trumpet range to C5. Score and set of parts. Published by UNC Jazz Press (NC.2354).

(Level III) The Star-Spangled Banner, Francis Scott Key, arranged by Scott Arcangel. This charts sticks to the traditional melody and phrasing of the US National Anthem, with several meter changes that allow the phrases to breathe. Starting out as a traditional brass chorale with a slight reharmonization, the saxophones join in and alto 2 takes the lead on a gospel-tinged bridge. It closes out with a broad, full-ensemble finale that is sure to bring any audience to its feet. Very playable by jazz ensembles of any level, lead trumpet up to high C above staff. Written for and performed by the West Point Band's Jazz Knights. (8 Brass).