Freebird — Big Band Arrangement by P.Murtha

About This Arrangement

Freebird is a big band arrangement by P. Murtha that provides a solid rock-oriented chart for your ensemble. This chart delivers a powerful, driving rock feel, making it a great choice for bands looking to expand beyond traditional jazz styles. It's the kind of arrangement that can really energize a performance and engage a wider audience.

This download includes 31 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included.

Arrangements like this one are excellent for high school or college jazz ensembles wanting to tackle classic rock tunes with a big band sound. It offers a chance to work on blend and articulation within a different stylistic context, pushing the band to adapt their sound. It’s a crowd-pleaser that can add variety to any concert program.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this Freebird arrangement?

This arrangement for big band 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 instrument parts for a standard big band lineup, allowing all sections to participate in this rock-inspired chart.

What is the difficulty level of this Freebird chart?

This Freebird big band chart by P. Murtha is suitable for intermediate to advanced high school or college jazz ensembles. It requires a solid understanding of rock rhythms and dynamics, offering a good challenge for developing bands to expand their stylistic repertoire beyond traditional jazz.

Does this Freebird download include a full conductor score?

No, this download for the Freebird arrangement does not include a full conductor score. It provides all individual instrument parts in a single PDF, totaling 31 pages. Bandleaders will need to work directly from the parts to rehearse and conduct the ensemble.

What style or genre is this Freebird arrangement?

This Freebird arrangement for big band is primarily in a rock style. It adapts the classic rock tune for a jazz ensemble, focusing on a strong, driving groove and powerful brass and sax lines. It's an excellent choice for adding a different flavor to a jazz concert program.

How many pages are in the Freebird download and what do I receive?

The Freebird download contains 31 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF file. You will receive all the necessary parts for a big band, including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and the rhythm section instruments. No conductor score is included with this purchase.

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