Unchained Melody

Description

One of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, Unchained Melody gained legendary status through the Righteous Brothers’ 1965 version and its appearance in the film Ghost. This arrangement by Richard Newman brings the song’s soulful, yearning character to the brass band. Focusing on building intensity and lush, romantic textures, the arrangement allows the band to explore its full dynamic range—from a whispered opening to a powerful, resonant climax. It is an essential ballad for any light-music library.

Difficulty 3

(Medium) Fourth year players, or junior high-level students may require these arrangements to be properly challenged. These generally have free use of syncopation as well as section and solo scoring. Cues and cross cues will also be used less.

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