Dancing in the Street (Grade 3)

Dancing in the Street by Ivy Hunter, Marvin Gaye, and William Stevenson. Arranged by John Wasson. For Jazz Ensemble (Score & Parts). Young Jazz (Jazz Ensemble). Grade 3. Published by Hal Leonard.

Recorded in 1964 by Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, this moderate tempo rock hit became a signature tune of the Motown sound. John Wasson's soulful version for jazz ensemble stays true to the original feel while adding a bit of contemporary flare.

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