Brick House — Big Band Arrangement by P.Murtha

About This Arrangement

Brick House is a big band arrangement by P.Murtha that brings a classic funk and soul groove to the jazz ensemble. This chart lays down a solid, danceable feel that will get any audience moving. It's a great choice for bands looking to add some high-energy funk to their book, with plenty of opportunities for the rhythm section to shine and the horns to dig into some tight ensemble figures.

This download includes 36 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included.

This arrangement captures the infectious energy of the original Commodores hit, making it a crowd-pleaser for school groups and professional bands alike. The horn lines are punchy and well-voiced, providing a strong foundation for the funk rhythm section. It's a solid choice for a concert opener or a dance set.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Brick House?

This big band arrangement of Brick House by P.Murtha includes parts for 2 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's a standard big band instrumentation designed to deliver a full, powerful sound for this funk classic.

What is the difficulty level of this Brick House chart?

This arrangement of Brick House is generally considered to be an accessible big band chart, suitable for high school through college-level ensembles. The funk groove is straightforward, and the horn lines are well-written without being overly complex, making it a great choice for developing bands or those looking for a solid, playable funk tune.

Does this download of Brick House include a full conductor score?

No, this download of the Brick House arrangement by P.Murtha does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts in a single PDF file, totaling 36 pages. Band leaders will need to work from the individual parts.

What style or genre is this arrangement of Brick House?

This arrangement of Brick House falls squarely into the Funk genre, with strong elements of Soul. It captures the infectious, danceable groove of the original Commodores hit, making it a high-energy addition to any big band's repertoire. It's perfect for concerts where you want to get the audience moving.

How many pages are included in the Brick House PDF download?

The Brick House PDF download contains 36 pages. This includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band, conveniently compiled into a single PDF file for easy access. No conductor score is part of this particular download.

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