Sunny: Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
By Bobby Hebb / Arranged by John Berry
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00160699
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Alto Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Alto Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Tenor Sax 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Tenor Sax 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Baritone Sax | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trumpet 4 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trombone 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Trombone 4 | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Guitar | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Piano | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Bass | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Drums | $6.00 | |
| Sunny - Aux Percussion | $6.00 |
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Description
This catchy tune first recorded back in the '60s continues to be recorded by a wide variety of artists decades after it was written. Here is an excellent version for young bands in a medium Latin/rock style. Includes solid full ensemble writing as well as a sax soli and trumpet solo.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00160699
More about this title
About the Composer: Bobby Hebb
Bobby Hebb wrote and recorded 'Sunny' in 1966, and the song's infectious optimism struck a chord that has never faded. His gift was simplicity paired with genuine musicality; 'Sunny' became a standard recorded by everyone from Cher to Frank Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, each artist drawn to its melodic clarity and forward-moving groove.
As a composer, Hebb understood what makes a song endure: a memorable hook, singable melody, and emotional directness. His work remains a touchstone for understanding how pop songwriting at its best transcends genre and generation.
Why we love this
John Berry's arrangement captures what makes 'Sunny' so durable as a teaching tool: it's instantly recognizable, sits perfectly in the Grade 3 range without feeling thin, and gives your ensemble genuine solo opportunities that students will want to practice. The Latin/rock setting gives young musicians a chance to lock into a contemporary groove while building their ensemble sound.
What to expect
Bright, forward-moving, and buoyant. The Latin/rock setting lifts the original song's cheerful character into something kinetic and engaging, with enough rhythmic sophistication to keep ensemble musicians interested without overwhelming them. It's the kind of piece that makes people smile when they hear the opening.
Who it's for
Young jazz ensembles and beginning wind bands looking for accessible repertoire that feels current and sounds substantial. Directors who want a tune that energizes students and audiences alike while staying within realistic technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the groove pocket with your rhythm section first. The bassist and drummer need to feel the medium tempo as one coherent pulse before the full band enters.
- Balance the sax soli so the melody sits forward but the ensemble doesn't disappear. This is an opportunity to show young players how solos live within, not on top of, the band.
- Let the trumpet solo breathe. Don't rush the changes; give your soloist space to phrase naturally over the accompaniment.
- Lock the melody between saxophones and trumpets during the full ensemble writing. Blend matters here; precision makes the tune sparkle.
How to use it
Perfect as a second half opener to shift energy and mood, or as a confident closer to a concert where you want to send the audience out on a high note. It also sits naturally in a pop/jazz themed concert alongside other contemporary material, or as a bridge between traditional jazz standards and modern grooves.
Skills your students will build
- Soloing over chord changes in a groove context
- Balancing individual voices within ensemble texture
- Feeling and executing Latin/rock rhythmic subdivisions
- Listening and responding to rhythm section-based forms
- Phrasing melody with swing feel and natural articulation