Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Medium Swing - Easy

Here is a great easy level chart for teaching the swing idiom to young players. With an abundance of basic swing figures and articulations, a strong melody, and solid ensemble writing, this chart has everything young players need to understand this essential style.

Standard 5-4-4-4 with optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba, and vibes included in each set. Duration 3:55. Doug Beach First Edition Series.

 

Ranges: G5 trumpet, F4 trombone

Solos: written or ad lib for all

Rhythm Section: notated

Instrumentation: 12-17 players, plus 5 opt. parts

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