A Little Blues — Big Band Arrangement by G.Yasinitsky

About This Arrangement

A Little Blues is a big band arrangement by G.Yasinitsky that offers a solid, accessible blues chart for developing ensembles. This chart lays down a comfortable swing groove, perfect for bands working on their ensemble feel and blues vocabulary. It's a great piece for a concert opener or as a feature for a soloist to stretch out.

This download includes the full conductor score and all individual instrument parts — 46 pages total in a single PDF. No audio preview is available for this product.

This chart is a good choice for high school or college big bands looking for a blues that isn't overly complex but still offers plenty of opportunities for stylistic playing. It's the kind of blues that feels good to play and sounds good to an audience, without requiring an all-star lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the "A Little Blues" arrangement?

The arrangement for "A Little Blues" includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. This provides a complete big band instrumentation, covering all the essential sections for a full sound.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

"A Little Blues" is generally considered an accessible chart, suitable for developing big bands such as high school or college ensembles. It provides a solid foundation for working on swing feel and blues improvisation without being overly technically demanding, making it a good learning tool.

Does the download for "A Little Blues" include a full conductor score?

Yes, the download for "A Little Blues" absolutely includes a full conductor score. You will receive the complete score along with all the individual instrument parts in a single PDF file, allowing the conductor to see the entire arrangement at a glance.

What style or genre is "A Little Blues"?

"A Little Blues" is a big band chart firmly rooted in the Swing and Blues genres. It features a comfortable swing groove and is designed to capture the essence of a traditional jazz blues, making it an authentic and enjoyable piece to perform.

How many pages are in the "A Little Blues" download, and what does it contain?

The "A Little Blues" download contains a total of 46 pages. This includes the full conductor score, which allows the conductor to follow the entire piece, and all the individual instrument parts for each musician in the big band. Everything is provided in one comprehensive PDF.

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