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The Thumb
Composed by John L. (Wes) Montgomery / arr. Terry White
00-50078
Series: First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble
Grade 1.5
This classic swinger played around 126 BPM is a perfect fit for your young band. Trumpet 1 range is to written F-sharp top line, written-out solos indicated for alto 1, tenor 1, and optional trombone 1, and a great shout chorus. Very accessible chart for any band.
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