Good King Wenceslas — Big Band Arrangement by C.Davis

About This Arrangement

Good King Wenceslas is a big band arrangement by C. Davis, offering a fresh take on the classic holiday carol. This chart has a swinging, festive feel, perfect for adding some jazz to your Christmas concert. It’s arranged to keep all sections engaged, providing a solid foundation for your ensemble's holiday repertoire.

This download includes 47 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll receive all the necessary parts for your alto saxes, tenor saxes, baritone sax, trumpets, trombones, piano, guitar, bass, and drums.

This arrangement is a great choice for bands looking to perform familiar holiday tunes with a jazz twist. The orchestration provides a full sound, making it suitable for a variety of performance settings during the festive season. It’s a reliable chart that audiences will recognize and enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Good King Wenceslas?

This 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, ensuring all your musicians have their specific charts.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

This arrangement of Good King Wenceslas is suitable for an intermediate-level big band. It offers engaging parts for all sections without presenting overly complex technical challenges, making it accessible for high school, college, or community jazz ensembles looking for a festive swing tune.

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 necessary for performance, totaling 47 pages in a single PDF. The focus is on providing playable parts for each musician in the ensemble.

What style or genre is this arrangement of Good King Wenceslas?

This arrangement of Good King Wenceslas is in a swing style, giving the traditional Christmas carol a jazz big band treatment. It's designed to bring a festive and energetic feel to your holiday concert program, blending classic melody with a swinging groove.

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

The download contains 47 pages in a single PDF file. You will receive all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement, including all saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and the full rhythm section. No conductor score is part of this specific download.

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