Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Contemporary - Difficult

Publisher: Walrus Music Publishing

Grammy nominated best instrumental composition for jazz ensemble. A complex piece of extended length. Lots of solo space for Soprano Sax, Trombone, Trumpet and Drums. Mixed meters of 3/2, 6/4, and 4/4. The arrangement begins with the theme stated by Piano, then Saxes and Brass leading to a Soprano Sax solo. Next comes the first development section leading to a trombone solo, more development and a trumpet solo. Next is more ensemble development that interacts with drums leading to a hard swinging section in 4/4. Returning to the original feel and restating the themes, the piece comes to an end with solo space for drums. Trumpet 1 one double high G at end. Recorded on “Legendary” Bob Florence’s Limited Edition Big Band cd. Difficult.

Full Score
2 Alto Saxophones (Alto 1 Doubles Soprano Saxophone)
2 Tenor Saxophones
2 Baritone Saxophones
5 Trumpets
5 Trombones
Piano
Bass
Drums

Trumpet 1: G6