Ready To Take A Chance Again — Big Band Arrangement by D.Wolpe

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerD.Wolpe
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
StyleSwing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages39 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“Ready To Take A Chance Again” is a big band arrangement by D. Wolpe that brings a classic pop tune into the jazz ensemble repertoire. This chart has a smooth, laid-back feel, perfect for a dance set or as a feature for your vocalist (though no vocal part is included). It's the kind of arrangement that feels good to play and audiences enjoy. You'll find it sits comfortably in a medium-tempo swing groove, making it accessible for most high school or college-level big bands.

This download includes 39 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll get all the necessary parts for your saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section, ready to print and rehearse.

This D. Wolpe arrangement takes a familiar melody and gives it a fresh, big band treatment. It's a solid choice for bands looking to expand their book with recognizable tunes that still offer a good blowing vehicle. The voicings are clean, and the parts are well-written, allowing your sections to blend effectively and sound polished without excessive rehearsal time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of "Ready To Take A Chance Again"?
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's a standard big band instrumentation, providing a full sound for your ensemble.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This arrangement by D. Wolpe is suitable for intermediate-level big bands, such as high school or college ensembles. The parts are well-written and idiomatic, making it approachable for musicians with a good grasp of big band playing without being overly challenging.
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 your big band. The PDF contains only the separate parts for each musician.
What style or genre is "Ready To Take A Chance Again" arranged in for big band?
This arrangement of "Ready To Take A Chance Again" is in a medium-tempo swing style. It takes a familiar pop tune and gives it a smooth, classic big band jazz treatment, making it a versatile addition to your band's repertoire.
How many pages are included in this download and what do I receive?
This download contains 39 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF file. You will receive all the necessary parts for the saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section, ready for printing and rehearsal.

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