Autumn Leaves: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score

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Autumn Leaves: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score

Name: Autumn Leaves: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 36-A911401
Price: 10.00 USD
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By Joseph Kosma / arr. Alfred Reed

Item: 36-A911401

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The iconic tune Autumn Leaves "Les feuilles mortes" by Hungarian-born composer Joseph Kosma hardly requires an introduction to jazz aficionados. The music was originally set to French lyrics by Jacques Prévert, and later English lyrics by Johnny Mercer. This classic orchestra arrangement by Alfred Reed showcases the rich harmonic language that underlines the melody with thick, sonorous orchestration. This piece can be the perfect change of pace when placed among works with quicker tempi or more rigorous demands on the players. Instrumentation: 2(2dPicc).2.2+BCl.2: 4.3.3.1: Timp.Perc(2): Hp(opt).Pno(opt): Str (9-8-7-6-5 in set).

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Series: Kalmus Symphonic Pops

Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.

ISBN10: 1-63-887767-X

ISBN13: 978-1-63-887767-7

UPC: 735816368098

SKU: 36-A911401

Instrumentation: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works

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About the Composer: Joseph Kosma

Joseph Kosma (1905-1969) was a Hungarian-born composer who became a fixture of French cinema and popular music during the mid-twentieth century. Though trained in classical composition, Kosma found his greatest success writing for film and cabaret, creating melodies that balanced sophistication with immediate emotional appeal. Autumn Leaves stands as his most enduring work, a tune that transcends its origins to become a standard in jazz, pop, and classical arrangements worldwide.

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Why we love this

Alfred Reed's orchestration brings out the wistful, nostalgic character of Kosma's melody without overshadowing it. The arrangement sits comfortably in the middle of your rehearsal schedule, giving players a chance to focus on beautiful sound and phrasing rather than technical fireworks. It's the kind of piece that reminds orchestras why they make music together.

What to expect

Autumn Leaves carries a quiet melancholy, the kind of reflective mood that comes with watching leaves fall and seasons change. Reed's orchestration wraps the melody in warm, complex harmonies that feel both luxurious and intimate. There's no bombast here, only the pleasure of a beautiful tune delivered with orchestral richness.

Who it's for

Orchestras looking for accessible repertoire that still demands musicianship and attention to sound quality. This works equally well for college and community orchestras, and it's sophisticated enough that serious high school programs will find something to sink their teeth into.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the inner voices carefully; Reed's harmonies are lush, but the melody must remain the priority. Have your second violins and violas listen actively to avoid muddying the texture.
Let the piece breathe at natural phrase endings. This is not a work that benefits from rushing; give the harmonic changes room to resonate.
If using harp and piano, establish their roles early in rehearsal. Their optional status means you can adjust the color, but consistency matters more than the choice itself.
Work the woodwind blend in the thicker sections. Two flutes, two oboes, and two clarinets need to sit together as one voice when doubling the strings.

How to use it

Program this as a palate cleanser between heavier works or opening pieces. Its moderate tempo and lyrical character make it an ideal bridge into a classical or contemporary selection, and it appeals to audiences who may not consider themselves orchestra regulars. You might also consider it as a concert closer, especially for a spring or fall concert where the title has natural resonance.