Heartbreak Hotel — Big Band Arrangement by J.Nowak

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Nowak
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
StyleSwing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages16 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

Heartbreak Hotel is a big band arrangement by J. Nowak, offering a classic rock and roll tune in a swing-inflected big band setting. This chart has a driving, medium-swing feel, perfect for a band looking to add a familiar yet fresh sound to their book. It's a solid choice for getting an audience engaged and on their feet.

This download includes 16 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll receive all the necessary parts for your saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section.

Performing a rock and roll classic like "Heartbreak Hotel" with a big band arrangement can be a real crowd-pleaser. This chart gives your brass and sax sections some strong ensemble work, and the rhythm section drives the whole thing. It’s a fun piece to play and a great way to bridge different musical styles for your audience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Heartbreak Hotel?
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 covers a standard big band instrumentation, providing all the necessary parts for a full ensemble performance.
What is the difficulty level of this Heartbreak Hotel chart?
This arrangement of "Heartbreak Hotel" is suitable for an intermediate-level big band. It features solid ensemble writing and a clear swing feel, making it accessible for bands with a good grasp of big band fundamentals and a desire to play a recognizable 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 in a single PDF, totaling 16 pages. The parts are clearly laid out for each musician, allowing for effective rehearsal and performance.
What style or genre is this arrangement of Heartbreak Hotel?
This arrangement of "Heartbreak Hotel" is primarily in a swing style, adapted for big band. While the original is a rock and roll classic, this version reinterprets it with a driving swing feel, blending the energy of the original with traditional big band orchestration.
How many pages are included in the download and what do I receive?
The download for "Heartbreak Hotel" contains 16 pages in a single PDF file. You will receive all the individual instrument parts for the big band, including all saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and rhythm section parts, ready for printing and distribution to your musicians.

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