| Ensemble | Big Band |
| Arranger | M.Taylor |
| Instrumentation | Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums |
| Style | Swing, Blues |
| Score & Parts | Individual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part |
| Pages | 51 pages |
| Price | $29.99 |
Kansas City is a big band arrangement by M. Taylor that captures the raw energy and swinging feel of classic big band jazz. This chart leans into a bluesy, driving swing feel, reminiscent of the territorial bands and jump blues era. It's a solid choice for a band looking to explore a foundational big band sound with plenty of rhythmic punch and ensemble interplay.
This download includes 51 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. Each part is clearly laid out and ready for performance, allowing musicians to dive straight into the music.
Historically, "Kansas City" evokes the freewheeling, improvisation-heavy jazz scene of the 1930s and 40s. This arrangement provides a great opportunity to teach or perform that specific stylistic period, emphasizing strong rhythm section playing and tight horn section work. It's a chart that will get toes tapping and is a good pick for a band that enjoys a robust, swinging groove.