Arrangements originaux big band

Few big band standards have a recognizable hook as strong as this time-tested Woody Herman theme song. Here's the authentic edition opening with the famous ensemble riff followed by a parade of solois...

As recorded by Benny Goodman & His Orchestra 1935; 1 Clar, 2 Altos, 2 Tensax, 3 Trp, 2 Pos, Git, Pno, Bass, Drums

At last, a showcase for the trumpet section from Gordon Goodwin! The groove is straight eighths with a funky feel. Solo space is provided for trumpets 1, 2, 3, 4, but can be tailored as desired. Lead...

The funky stylings of Horace Silver are featured in this energetic arrangement from the acclaimed CD 'Live at the MCG' recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. A trumpet and tenor duet starts...

Challenging, yes, impossible, no. Gordon Goodwin's Hunting Wabbits 2 will provide all the challenge any band needs as they explore this tongue-in-cheek musical adventure that is well worth the effort....

Challenging, yes, impossible, no. Gordon Goodwin's Hunting Wabbits 2 will provide all the challenge any band needs as they explore this tongue-in-cheek musical adventure that is well worth the effort....

Challenging, yes, impossible, no. Gordon Goodwin's Hunting Wabbits 2 will provide all the challenge any band needs as they explore this tongue-in-cheek musical adventure that is well worth the effort....

At last, a showcase for the trumpet section from Gordon Goodwin! The groove is straight eighths with a funky feel. Solo space is provided for trumpets 1, 2, 3, 4, but can be tailored as desired. Lead...

This funky chart, at 176 BPM, contains a classic Goodwin piano introduction - challenging, but extremely rewarding. Solo space for alto 1, tenors 1 and 2, trumpet 4, and trombone 1. The chart has an a...

This funky chart, at 176 BPM, contains a classic Goodwin piano introduction - challenging, but extremely rewarding. Solo space for alto 1, tenors 1 and 2, trumpet 4, and trombone 1. The chart has an a...

This funky chart, at 176 BPM, contains a classic Goodwin piano introduction - challenging, but extremely rewarding. Solo space for alto 1, tenors 1 and 2, trumpet 4, and trombone 1. The chart has an a...

This funky cha-cha with rock flavor features a simple melody, easy backgrounds, and a flexible solo section for one, some, or all winds. With the optional parts, clear rhythm section notation, and onl...

This funky cha-cha with rock flavor features a simple melody, easy backgrounds, and a flexible solo section for one, some, or all winds. With the optional parts, clear rhythm section notation, and onl...

This funky cha-cha with rock flavor features a simple melody, easy backgrounds, and a flexible solo section for one, some, or all winds. With the optional parts, clear rhythm section notation, and onl...

From the Quincy Jones -- Sammy Nestico CD titled Basie & Beyond. Composed and arranged by the legendary Sammy Nestico, this chart begins with a funky drum groove and develops into a nice easy swing fe...

From the Quincy Jones -- Sammy Nestico CD titled Basie & Beyond. Composed and arranged by the legendary Sammy Nestico, this chart begins with a funky drum groove and develops into a nice easy swing fe...

As recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on Incredible Journey, a recurring melodic motif, driving funk groove, and fully-voiced harmonic landscape give this chart real substance and audience appeal. S...

This funk chart was originally recorded by the Yellowjackets for their Time Squared CD. Filled with unexpected twists and turns, this big band version requires a triplet-based swing feel similar to hi...

As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra on the album Consummation (Blue Note), this great ensemble chart in a driving funk groove features intricate, interlocking figures, short cameos...

This funk chart was originally recorded by the Yellowjackets for their Time Squared CD. Filled with unexpected twists and turns, this big band version requires a triplet-based swing feel similar to hi...

features Scat Vocal or Guitar

As recorded in 1972 by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their album Suite For Pops, this solo feature for scat vocalist or guitar opens with a big, full-band intro in slow swing before the 'funky...

As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Suite For Pops album, this tribute to Louis Armstrong begins with a short soprano sax solo before the band joins in. Lots of wonderful sax se...

As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Suite For Pops album, this tribute to Louis Armstrong begins with a short soprano sax solo before the band joins in. Lots of wonderful sax se...

Recorded in 1998 by the Monday Night Big Band on their Thanks To Thad album, this is Part 2 of Thad's larger Return Journey Suite. Set in 5/4 time, it's an intense workout that calls for well-executed...