Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Gospel Feel - Medium Difficult

Publisher: Jazz Lines Publications

A solo piano statement of the melody sets the tone for this gospel-infused Tom Kubis take on We Wish You a Merry Christmas. The arrangement serves primarily as a vehicle for a wailing tenor sax solo, with the chorale-like backgrounds in the rest of the ensemble never getting too in the way while still helping to shape the mood of the performance. The full ensemble gets some time to shine following the solo section with a gradually building shout chorus that contains some rangey moments for the trumpet section. Overall, this is a fun and creative re-interpretation of a Christmas classic that will be a great addition to your band's holiday concert

Full Score
2 Alto Saxophones
2 Tenor Saxophones
Baritone Saxophone
4 Trumpets
3 Trombones
Bass Trombone
Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drums

Trumpet 1 - E6
Trumpets 2-4: D6
Trombone 1: A4