Flying Home — Big Band Arrangement by F.Henderson

About This Arrangement

Flying Home is a big band arrangement by F. Henderson that captures the energetic swing of a classic jazz standard. This chart has a driving, up-tempo swing feel, perfect for a band looking to showcase their rhythmic precision and soloists. It's a real crowd-pleaser that gets toes tapping and heads nodding.

This download includes 32 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 read down.

"Flying Home" is an iconic tune, synonymous with the jump blues and big band era, famously associated with Lionel Hampton. This arrangement provides a solid foundation for recreating that classic sound, allowing your horn sections to really dig into the riffs and your rhythm section to lay down a powerful groove. It’s a great choice for a concert opener or an energetic set closer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Flying Home?

This arrangement of Flying Home includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's set up for a standard big band instrumentation, providing a full and authentic sound for this classic swing tune.

What is the difficulty level of this Flying Home chart?

This arrangement of Flying Home is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. While not overly complex, it requires a solid understanding of swing rhythms and ensemble playing to capture the energetic feel of the original. It's a great piece for developing tight section work and dynamic contrasts.

Does this download of Flying Home include a full conductor score?

No, this download of Flying Home does not include a full conductor score. It contains only the individual instrument parts. The PDF provides all 32 pages of parts, ready for distribution to your band members, allowing them to focus on their specific lines.

What style or genre is this arrangement of Flying Home?

This arrangement of Flying Home is firmly in the classic swing genre, specifically reflecting the jump blues and big band era. It's an up-tempo, energetic chart designed to get audiences moving, embodying the vibrant sound made famous by artists like Lionel Hampton and Benny Goodman.

How many pages are in the Flying Home download and what does it include?

The Flying Home download consists of 32 pages. It includes all the individual instrument parts for a big band, specifically 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. This comprehensive set of parts is provided in a single PDF file.

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