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Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

Members: Dave Lambert, Annie Ross, Jon Hendricks

In 1962 Ross, tired of touring, called it quits. Lambert and Hendricks choose Yolande Bavan for the impossible job of replacing Ross. Lambert, Hendricks & Bavan recorded three albums for RCA. None were as successful as those of the previous trio, and the group broke up in 1964. Sadly, Dave Lambert was killed in a car accident in 1966. Jon Hendricks continues to perform. Annie Ross also continued singing and working in films. Though they only graced the musical landscape for a few short years, Lambert, Hendricks & Ross left an indelible mark in the world of vocal jazz that has yet to be equaled to this day.

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Obituary, NPR, Jon Hendricks, Genre-Pushing Jazz Vocalist, Dead At 96
Obituary, NPR, Jazz Singer Jon Hendricks Dies At 96

1962 - Grammy Winner - Best Performance by a Vocal Group - High Flying


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Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Vocal Jazz Arrangements : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Vocal Jazz Arrangements

Lambert Hendricks & Ross mastered the art of vocal bebop and the Jon Hendricks classic "Everybody's Boppin'" proves the point with its frantic tempo and the fast swing groove underneath. A vocal jazz tour-de-force! "Birdland" is a quintessential jazz classic with lyrics by the incomparable Jon Hendricks in a funky fusion setting by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. A perfect showcase for vocal jazz groups! Darmon Meader's arrangement of "Charleston Alley" pays tribute to Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, as well as Charlie Barnet, while expanding the voicings, and also placing the song in a much more "SATB-friendly" key. This arrangement is a great introduction to the classic vocalese style of Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, and will work well for most medium to advanced vocal jazz groups.

Songlist: Charleston Alley, Birdland, Everybody's Boppin', Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune)

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Voicing: SATB | Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 6736b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.45


Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Everybody's Boppin' : 1 CD : 886972469225 : 4A724692

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Everybody's Boppin'    Out of Print

To listen to this trio reveals what a great influence this group has been on so many artists, in terms of choice of material and style. The most sophisticated and hip vocal treatments - Hendricks was a foremost developer of the vocalese technique - they change moods on a dime and are impossible to predict. Ross takes the lead on "Midnight Indigo," a sultry trickle of sweat on the back of the neck. "Moanin'" mixes up roadhouse blues with the sweetest of refrains. "Summertime" is just on the inside of a discordant wail, an eerie lament. Also included: "Cloudburst" and "Centerpiece."

Songlist: Charleston Alley, Moanin', Twisted, Bijou, Cloudburst, Centerpiece, Gimme That WIne, Stemonette, Summertime, Everbody's Boppin', Home Cookin', Blue, Come On Home, Cottontail, Midnight Indigo

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 4254c | 1 CD | $11.95 | Accompanied


Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sing a Song of Basie : 1 CD : POWI2869908.2

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sing a Song of Basie

The first album that launched their career, the trio of Jon Hendricks, Dave Lambert and the English Annie Ross pioneered the use of voices patterned on instrumental parts. The daring of this group creates a giddy excitement, which can be heard on tracks such as "It's Sand, Man," whereby the three voices (accompanied by piano, bass and drums) gain altitude in a series of ascending patterns that thrill the senses. Though Ross in particular possesses a fine voice, the attraction is not in the prettiness of the sound as much as the interplay of the voices, and the utter originality of their interpretations. Every song is enchanting.

Songlist: Everyday, It's Sand, Man!, Two For the Blues, One O'Clock Jump, Little Pony, Down for Double, Fiesta in Blue, Down for the Count, Blues Backstage, Avenue C, Four Brothers, Cloudburst, Standin' On The Corner

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 4256c | 1 CD | $14.95 | Accompanied


Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : The Hottest New Group In Jazz : 1 CD : 07464649332-8 : C2K64933

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : The Hottest New Group In Jazz

Of course, Lambert Hendricks and Ross are no longer new, though they were the epitome of cool jazz in the 1950's. This re-issued double CD set contains a career retrospective - 39 songs worth, though not everything that was on the (unfortunately) discontinued "Twisted" CD - and is a fabulous value. The three personalities of Dave Lambert, Jon Hendricks and the British Annie Ross complimented and balanced each other uniquely, pushing the jazz envelope, while always retaining their warmth and sensuality. Accompanied by a rhythm combo, and sometimes horns, songs such as "Caravan," "Moanin'" and "Centerpiece" are just as vital now as they ever were. Highly recommended.

Songlist: Disc 1:, Charleston Alley, Moanin', Twisted, Bijou, Cloudburst, Canterpiece, Gimme That Wine, Sermonette, Mummertime, Everybody's Boppin', Disc 2:, Cottontail, All Too Soon, Happy Anatomy, Rocks in my Bed, Main Stem, I Don't Know What Kind of Blues I've Got, Things Ain't What They Used to Be, Midnight Indigo, What Am I Here For?, In a Mellow Tone, Caravan, Disc 3:, Come On Home, The New A B C, Farmer's Market, Cookin' at the Continental, With Malice Toward Nono, Hi-Fly, and more

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 6263c | 1 CD | $24.95 | Accompanied


Kirby Shaw : Cloudburst : Showtrax CD : 884088237592 : 08748643

Kirby Shaw : Cloudburst

Challenge your vocal jazz soloists with this madcap vocalese classic from the legendary group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross! It's a concert tour-de-force! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:00.

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 4196p | Showtrax CD | $24.95


Kirby Shaw : Everybody's Boppin' : Showtrax CD : 884088132118 : 08745944

Kirby Shaw : Everybody's Boppin'

Lambert Hendricks & Ross mastered the art of vocal bebop and this Jon Hendricks classic proves the point with its frantic tempo and the fast swing groove underneath. A vocal jazz tour-de-force!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:05.

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 4194p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Centerpiece : Showtrax CD : 888680660918 : 00211312

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Centerpiece

This vocal jazz classic from the iconic group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross offers younger or developing mixed and treble ensembles a chance to build important performance techniques! Lots of unison or trade-off phrases over a walking bass line and easy scat section will make it easy and fun!

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 5500p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sermonette : Showtrax CD : 888680734169 : 00267415

Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sermonette

The ground breaking vocal jazz ensemble Lambert, Hendricks & Ross laid the groundwork for all the vocal jazz groups that have followed. Often using their voices like instruments and inventing Vocalese, they are examples of what can be accomplished with the voice. This arrangement swings hard and updates the harmonies making it a great bridge between what was and what is.

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 1366p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Paris Rutherford : Birdland : Showtrax CD : 884088129439 : 08745909

Paris Rutherford : Birdland

Here is the quintessential jazz classic by Josef Zawinul with lyrics by the incomparable Jon Hendricks in a funky fusion setting by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. A perfect showcase for vocal jazz groups!

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 4677p | Showtrax CD | $24.95


Paris Rutherford : Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune) : Showtrax CD : 073999235128 : 08742297

Paris Rutherford : Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune)

Listeners will dig the great Latin groove in this sensational chart from Paris Rutherford. Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak. Performance Time: Approx. 3:25.

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 2447p | Showtrax CD | $19.95


Roger Emerson : Birdland - Parts CD : Voicetrax CD : 884088195960 : 08551999

Roger Emerson : Birdland - Parts CD

A jazz classic written by keyboardist Joe Zawinul with lyrics by Jon Hendricks now arranged for younger choirs. A perfect showcase for your beginning vocal jazz group. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

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Performed by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | 2013p | Voicetrax CD | $24.95


Individual Folios

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Birdland : SAB : Roger Emerson : Joe Zawinul : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Voicetrax CD : 08551997 : 884088195946

Roger Emerson : Birdland

A jazz classic written by keyboardist Joe Zawinul with lyrics by Jon Hendricks now arranged for younger choirs. A perfect showcase for your beginning vocal jazz group! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Joe Zawinul Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08551997 | Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


Birdland : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Joe Zawinul : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 08745907 : 884088129415

Paris Rutherford : Birdland

Here is the quintessential jazz classic by Josef Zawinul with lyrics by the incomparable Jon Hendricks in a funky fusion setting by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. A perfect showcase for vocal jazz groups!

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Joe Zawinul Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08745907 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


Centerpiece : SAB : Roger Emerson : Harry Edison : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 00211310 : 888680660895

Roger Emerson : Centerpiece

This vocal jazz classic from the iconic group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross offers younger or developing mixed and treble ensembles a chance to build important performance techniques! Lots of unison or trade-off phrases over a walking bass line and easy scat section will make it easy and fun!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composers: Harry Edison and Jon Hendricks Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.15 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00211310 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


Charleston Alley : SATB : Darmon Meader : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 35003241 : 747510189916

Darmon Meader : Charleston Alley

Darmon Meader's arrangement of Charleston Alley pays tribute to Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, as well as Charlie Barnet, while expanding the voicings, and also placing the song in a much more "SATB-friendly" key. This arrangement is a great introduction to the classic vocalese style of Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, and will work well for most medium to advanced vocal jazz groups.

Arranger: Darmon Meader Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.55 | Jazz Combo |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35003241


Cloudburst : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 08748639 : 884088237561

Kirby Shaw : Cloudburst

Challenge your vocal jazz soloists with this madcap vocalese classic from the legendary group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross! It's a concert tour-de-force! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section available digitally (gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:00.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08748639 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune) : SATB : Paris Rutherford : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 08742295 : 073999422955

Paris Rutherford : Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune)

Listeners will dig the great Latin groove in this sensational chart from Paris Rutherford. Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak. Performance Time: Approx. 3:25.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross | Country: Brazil

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08742295 | Showtrax CD Available


Everybody's Boppin' : SATB : Kirby Shaw : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 08745940 : 884088132064

Kirby Shaw : Everybody's Boppin'

Lambert Hendricks & Ross mastered the art of vocal bebop and this Jon Hendricks classic proves the point with its frantic tempo and the fast swing groove underneath. A vocal jazz tour-de-force! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:05.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08745940 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA


Sermonette : SSA : Kirby Shaw : John Hendricks : Lambert, Hendricks and Ross : Sheet Music : 00267413 : 888680734145

Kirby Shaw : Sermonette

The ground breaking vocal jazz ensemble Lambert, Hendricks & Ross laid the groundwork for all the vocal jazz groups that have followed. Often using their voices like instruments and inventing Vocalese, they are examples of what can be accomplished with the voice. This arrangement swings hard and updates the harmonies making it a great bridge between what was and what is.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: John Hendricks Performed By: Lambert, Hendricks and Ross

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00267413 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SAB, SAB, SATB, SSA

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