Hal Leonard La La Land - City Of Stars - FLEX-band Series
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Summary of This Score
Winner of an Oscar, "City of Stars" (La La Land) captivates with its apparent simplicity and delicate emotion. This arrangement highlights the intimate character of the song while offering a strong musical presence in an ensemble setting. Thanks to the flexible instrumentation, the score easily fits into various contexts: wind orchestra, educational ensemble, conservatory group, amateur band, or performance project. The writing emphasizes clear lines, a well-featured melody, and harmonic accompaniment that supports the light swing and the "jazz-cinema" color characteristic of the film's universe.
Musically, this piece is ideal for developing collective listening and balance among sections: dynamic control, shared breathing, and legato quality make all the difference. It also allows for exploring stylistic work (rhythmic flexibility, placement, articulation) without falling into gratuitous virtuosity. In concert, the effect is immediate: the audience recognizes the theme, and the nostalgic atmosphere brings a lyrical breath to the program. An excellent score to enrich a film music repertoire, create a memorable moment on stage, and showcase the ensemble's expressiveness.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Musical, Film | ||
| Composer | Justin Hurwitz | Genre | film music / musical theatre |
| Instrumentation | flexible instrumentation | ||
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is planned for Hal Leonard La La Land - City Of Stars - FLEX-band Series?
The arrangement is listed as flexible instrumentation. A detailed distribution of the instruments is not specified in the provided information.
Is this sheet music suitable for a wind orchestra?
The ensemble can be integrated into a wind orchestra thanks to its flexible instrumentation. Educational ensembles, conservatory groups, and amateur bands are also mentioned as suitable contexts. The balance of sections and group listening are especially emphasized.
What is the difficulty level of City of Stars in FLEX-band?
No numerical level is indicated. The writing favors clear lines, legato, and rhythmic placement, without seeking gratuitous virtuosity.
What musical style is explored in this arrangement?
The arrangement reflects the jazz-cinema color of La La Land, with a light swing and a nostalgic atmosphere.
Who composed City of Stars and for which genre?
The composition is by Justin Hurwitz. This sheet music belongs to the film music and musical theatre genres.
