Night Life — Big Band Arrangement by J.Christian

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Christian
ComposerD.Severinsen
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
StyleSwing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages45 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“Night Life” is a big band arrangement by J. Christian of D. Severinsen’s tune, featuring a classic big band instrumentation. This chart has a driving, energetic swing feel that’s perfect for a concert opener or a featured instrumental. It’s the kind of piece that gets the brass section fired up and the rhythm section locked in.

This download includes 45 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You’ll get all the necessary parts for your band to play this arrangement.

Charts like this highlight the power and precision of a full big band. Severinsen’s compositions often lean into that powerful, brass-driven sound, and Christian’s arrangement really brings that out. It’s a solid choice for bands looking to add a vibrant, swinging number to their repertoire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the "Night Life" arrangement?
This arrangement of "Night Life" 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, ensuring a full and balanced sound for your ensemble.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This chart is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. While not overly complex, it requires a solid rhythm section and strong brass and sax sections to really bring out its energetic swing feel. It's a rewarding piece for a band ready for a dynamic performance.
Does the "Night Life" PDF download include a full conductor score?
No, this download for "Night Life" does not include a full conductor score. It provides 45 pages of individual instrument parts only, which are all you need to distribute to your musicians. The arrangement is designed for bands that prefer to work directly from parts.
What style or genre is "Night Life"?
"Night Life" is a classic big band swing chart. It features an upbeat tempo and a powerful, driving groove that is characteristic of traditional big band jazz. It's perfect for adding a high-energy swing number to your band's repertoire and getting audiences moving.
How many pages are included in the "Night Life" download, and what do I receive?
The "Night Life" download consists of 45 pages in a single PDF file. This file contains all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement. You will receive all the necessary sheet music for each musician in your ensemble to perform the piece.

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