Benny Goodman: Memories of You
Concert Band or Full Orchestra
 PROFESSIONAL - ADVANCED
"Benny Goodman: Memories of You" is Bryan Kidd's tribute to the Big Band era's masterful King of Swing, Benny Goodman (1909 - 1986). This enduring medley was commissioned by The United States Navy Band, Captain William J. Phillips, conductor. Featuring clarinetist Chief Musician Matt Rutkowski, the premiere performance was on October 22, 1992, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on the occasion of the United States Navy's 217th Birthday Concert. For over 30 years it's been a favorite with Navy Band clarinetists and world-wide audiences alike. 
"Benny Goodman: Memories of You" is a combination of transcriptions and composites taken from recordings by Benny Goodman:
  • "Memories of You" composite
  • "Let's Dance" transcribed; Columbia 35301; 1939
  • "Goodbye" composite
  • "After You've Gone" transcribed; Columbia C747; 1945 (optional; see note below)
  • "Moonglow" composite
  • The Goodman-like improvisation for "Sing, Sing, Sing" was developed by Chief Musician Matt Rutkowski
This arrangement calls for an experienced jazz rhythm section
​Note: 
  1. "After You've Gone" is an optional section. It can be cut as indicated on the score and parts.
  2. The score and parts for "After You've Gone" (clarinet and rhythm section) are available at no charge with the purchase of the arrangement.
  3. To order, email a copy of your receipt to Bryan Kidd at info@bryankiddmusic.com
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