Passion Flower — Big Band Arrangement by M.Tomaro

About This Arrangement

Passion Flower is a big band arrangement by M.Tomaro, offering a lush and expressive take on Billy Strayhorn's classic. This chart captures the original's elegant melody and sophisticated harmony, making it a beautiful showcase for your ensemble. It moves with a smooth, ballad-like feel, perfect for a moment of reflection in a set.

This download includes 19 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included.

Strayhorn's compositions, often associated with Duke Ellington, are renowned for their harmonic depth and melodic beauty. "Passion Flower" is no exception, and this arrangement provides an opportunity to explore that rich musicality within a big band setting. It's a great choice for bands looking to feature their ensemble's expressive capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the "Passion Flower" 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's a standard big band instrumentation designed to bring out the rich harmonies of the piece.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

This arrangement of "Passion Flower" is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. It requires good ensemble blend and expressive playing, particularly in the ballad style. The harmonic language is sophisticated, typical of Billy Strayhorn's compositions.

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 for the big band, totaling 19 pages. The parts are clearly laid out for each musician.

What style or genre is "Passion Flower"?

"Passion Flower" is a classic jazz ballad, originally composed by Billy Strayhorn. This big band arrangement maintains that smooth, reflective, and harmonically rich ballad style. It's a beautiful piece for showcasing the lyrical side of a jazz ensemble.

How many pages are in this download and what does it contain?

This download contains 19 pages in a single PDF. It includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement of "Passion Flower" by M.Tomaro. You will receive all the necessary parts for your musicians to perform the piece.

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