Black Narcissus (Saxology)

Saxology Serie 5 saxophones
Joe Henderson (Composer)
Ramon Ricker (Arranger)
AATTB (flh/trp, trb) + piano, opt. guitar, bass & drums
A beautiful feature for the tenor saxophone
Difficulty level : Grade 4


The arrangement is straight forward and technically easy but good intonation and blend is a must for this sensitive, slightly introspective piece. The melody at 9 should be freely interpreted if only one instrument plays it.
Any rhythm section instrument can solo at 57, although the bass is particularly well-suited. The background in the horns should be just a murmur. Listen to Henderson's own version on: Joe Henderson, Power to the People: Milestone MSP 9024.

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