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BALLAD FOR SONIA: Arranged by Shannon Roberts: Walrus Music Publishing
BALLAD FOR SONIA: Arranged by Shannon Roberts: Walrus Music Publishing
 
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Jazz Big Band Arrangement / Full Score, 2 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums



Arranged By Shannon Roberts

Slow Funk - Medium

Ballad for Sonia is a slow funk-ballad that features trombone and piano solosists and was premiered by the Weber State University Jazz Ensemble in the Spring of 2014. The groove begins with the rhythm section and the solo piano which plays the first statement of the main theme. This is followed by a re-statement in the trumpet section. After a bridging section, there is space for the trombonist and pianist to improvise. At letter F, then band modulates into a transition section which sets up the concluding sections. They grow to a huge moment with three-part counterpoint between the large horn sections of the band. The piece ends somewhat peacefully with a recapitulation and return to the original key. Ballad for Sonia is dedicated to the composer's wife, Sonia Roberts, whose wonderful personality and musical talent inspired the work. She is a gifted pianist and percussionist, and the composer is a trombonist.