Details
- Ensembles:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Composers:
- Joe Zawinul
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - Alto Sax 1 - 1 2 - Alto Sax 2 - 1 2 - Aux Percussion - 1 2 - Baritone Sax - 1 2 - Bass - 1 2 - Drums - 1 12 - Full Score - 1 2 - Guitar - 1 6 - Piano - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 1 - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 1 - 1 2 - Trombone 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 3 - 1 2 - Trombone 4 - 1 2 - Trumpet 1 - 1 2 - Trumpet 2 - 1 2 - Trumpet 3 - 1 2 - Trumpet 4 - 1
- UPC:
- 073999519587
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Grade 2
- Artist:
- Weather Report
- Arrangers:
- Michael Sweeney
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 54
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.213 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.86 pounds
SKU: HL.8721581
By Weather Report. By Joe Zawinul. Arranged by Michael Sweeney. Easy Jazz Ensemble Series. Jazz, Swing. Score and parts. 54 pages. Hal Leonard #8721581. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8721581).UPC: 073999519587. 9.0x12.0x0.213 inches.
Josef Zawinul and the jazz fusion group Weather Report broke new ground with this innovative composition. This easy version maintains the drive and power of the original and will sound great with mature as well as inexperienced bands. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.
Birdland
Corazon
How High The Moon
Opus One
- More by this Composer:
- Weather Report Weather Report Bass Voice Weather Report Guitar Tablature Weather Report Bass Guitar Tablature
- Artists:
- Weather Report Michael Sweeney Joe Zawinul
- Ensemble:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.7 Rating
3 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
While primarily a jazz ensemble chart, the piano part for 'Birdland' by Joe Zawinul offers a nicely supportive texture. Michael Sweeney's Grade 2 arrangement ensures the piano blends well within the full instrumentation, laying a strong harmonic and rhythmic foundation. It effectively supports the melodic lines of the ensemble, making it versatile for backing instrumental soloists or providing a solid core.
Maria L.
Dec 15, 2025
As an adult learner, I absolutely love this 'Birdland' arrangement! Weather Report's classic jazz fusion piece is usually daunting, but Michael Sweeney's easy version makes it so achievable. Playing along to this iconic tune feels fantastic, and the Grade 2 level means I can truly enjoy practicing without getting bogged down. Great for a relaxed weekend session!
Barry M.
Jul 16, 2024
Birdland
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