Nelson Riddle/Frank Sinatra Clinic

Below are the materials for the Nelson Riddle arrangement of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” that I am adapting for saxophonist Sal Andolina and the Buffalo Philharmonic Pops. This session focuses on specific harmonic techniques that Riddle used for a “pops” studio orchestra. We’ll explore some surprisingly sophisticated moments in a simple chart meant to showcase Sinatra. I’ll have a video of the session up soon.

Jamey