Do You Know The Way To San Jose — Big Band Arrangement by J.Warrington

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Warrington
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rhythm Section
StyleSwing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages37 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“Do You Know The Way To San Jose” is a big band arrangement by J. Warrington, offering a classic pop-jazz feel that's perfect for a dance band or concert opener. This chart has a bright, swinging groove, reminiscent of the Burt Bacharach-era pop sound, adapted for a full big band. It's a solid choice for bands looking to add a familiar, upbeat tune to their repertoire.

This download includes 37 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll receive all the necessary parts for your musicians to perform this arrangement.

This arrangement captures the catchy melody and sophisticated harmonic movement that made the original song a hit. It’s a great way to introduce audiences to big band jazz with a tune they already know and love, making it accessible for both players and listeners. The chart provides a good workout for the ensemble, especially the horn sections, without being overly demanding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of "Do You Know The Way To San Jose"?
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 provides a complete set of individual parts for a standard big band instrumentation.
What is the difficulty level of this J. Warrington big band chart?
This arrangement of "Do You Know The Way To San Jose" is suitable for an intermediate-level big band. It's a well-written chart that provides a good challenge for the ensemble without being overly complex, making it accessible for many school and community bands.
Does this download include a full conductor score?
No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It provides only the individual instrument parts in a single PDF file. Band directors will need to work from the parts directly.
What style or genre is "Do You Know The Way To San Jose" arranged in for big band?
This arrangement falls into a classic pop-jazz big band style with a swinging groove. It captures the essence of the original song, adapting it for a full jazz orchestra with a bright, upbeat feel that's great for concerts or dances.
How many pages are in this download and what exactly do I receive?
This download contains 37 pages in a single PDF file. You will receive all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement of "Do You Know The Way To San Jose." There is no conductor score included in this purchase.

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