Georgia on My Mind Artist/Arranger: Doc Severinsen Composer: Hoagy Carmichael (Music) / Stuart Gorrell (Lyrics) Instrumentation: Trumpet (Bb) with Piano Accompaniment (often with chord symbols for additional rhythm section)

For intermediate to advanced trumpet players, the Doc Severinsen sheet music for Georgia on My Mind offers a significant challenge. Most transcriptions focus on his live performances or his recorded albums like Facets. The music usually begins with a rubato opening, allowing the soloist to play with the tempo and express the melody with deep emotion. As the song progresses, the arrangement typically builds into a more structured swing or blues feel, supported by a lush brass section or a piano accompaniment.

A: Only if you are a once-in-a-generation player. Most state solo festivals consider range above high C to be "professional level." Use the Johnny Vinson arrangement (which tames the range slightly) for high school.

A: Yes. Doc plays a C trumpet on many recordings, but all trumpet sheet music is written for B-flat trumpet anyway. Just play it as written.

This is generally considered a professional or advanced-level chart . The lead trumpet part requires significant range and endurance to capture Doc’s signature style. Performance Tips