Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Modern Swing - Difficult

Publisher: Toy Piano Publishing

Florian Ross's Cycling is a modern medium-up swing chart (quarter note = 120) that balances accessibility with sophisticated writing. Scored to feature Trombone 2 and Trumpet 2, the piece combines clear melodic content with rhythm section parts that offer substantial interplay, syncopation, and metric layering—ideal for developing ensemble precision and communication.

Inspired by the image of a cyclist weaving through urban traffic, the composition conveys momentum and dynamic shifts through subtle harmonic movement and textural contrast. As is typical of Ross’s work, the electric guitar is assigned a distinct melodic and comping role, though the part is optional and the arrangement functions well without it.

This piece is best suited for advanced high school or collegiate-level ensembles looking to explore modern swing language with tight ensemble demands and creative interpretive opportunities.

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

Trumpet 1: Eb 6
Trumpet 3: Bb 6
Trumpet 4: Ab 5
Trombone 1: D#4