Can You Feel The Love Tonight — Big Band Arrangement by J.Nowak

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Nowak
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
StyleBallad
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages48 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“Can You Feel The Love Tonight” is a big band arrangement by J. Nowak that brings Elton John’s iconic ballad to a large jazz ensemble. This chart captures the song's emotional depth, translated into a lush, full-bodied big band sound. It’s a beautiful, expressive piece that works well as a feature number or a change of pace in a set.

This download includes 48 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. Each part is clearly laid out and ready for your band to play.

This arrangement is a great choice for bands looking to expand their repertoire with a well-known contemporary pop tune. The chart maintains the original song's melodic integrity while providing rich harmonies and voicings typical of a big band setting. It’s a solid pick for a concert or even a dance gig where you want to add a recognizable, heartfelt melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of "Can You Feel The Love Tonight"?
This big band arrangement includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's a standard big band instrumentation, providing a full and rich sound for the ensemble.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This arrangement of "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. While not overly complex, it requires a good understanding of big band dynamics and ensemble playing to achieve the desired expressive quality of the ballad.
Does this download include a full conductor score?
No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts in a single PDF file, totaling 48 pages. Band leaders will need to work from the individual parts for rehearsal and performance.
What style or genre is this arrangement?
This arrangement is a big band ballad. It takes the well-known pop song "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" and reinterprets it with lush jazz harmonies and voicings, making it a beautiful and expressive piece for a large jazz ensemble.
How many pages are included in the download and what exactly do I receive?
The download consists of a single PDF file containing 48 pages. These pages comprise all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement of "Can You Feel The Love Tonight." You will receive all the necessary parts for your musicians, ready for printing.

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