Red Clay — Big Band Arrangement by M.Taylor

About This Arrangement

Red Clay is a big band arrangement by M.Taylor, offering a solid, driving chart for a full jazz ensemble. This arrangement leans into a contemporary jazz-funk feel, making it a great pick for bands looking to dig into some modern grooves and powerful horn lines.

This download includes 53 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included.

Freddie Hubbard's "Red Clay" is a jazz-funk staple, and this big band arrangement captures that energy well. It's the kind of chart that can really get a band locked into a tight rhythm section groove and let the horn sections shine with some impactful ensemble writing. This would be a strong addition for a band wanting to explore material beyond traditional swing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Red Clay?

This big band arrangement of Red Clay includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It provides a complete set of parts for a standard big band instrumentation.

What is the difficulty level of this Red Clay big band chart?

This M.Taylor arrangement of Red Clay is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. It requires a solid rhythm section and horn players comfortable with contemporary jazz-funk rhythms and ensemble playing. It's a challenging but rewarding chart.

Does this download of Red Clay include a full conductor score?

No, this download of Red Clay by M.Taylor does not include a full conductor score. It contains only the individual instrument parts, which are provided in a single PDF document for convenience.

What style or genre is this big band arrangement of Red Clay?

This arrangement of Red Clay falls into the contemporary jazz-funk genre. It captures the energetic and groovy feel of the original tune, making it a great choice for bands looking to perform modern big band music with a strong rhythmic drive.

How many pages are in the Red Clay download and what do I receive?

The Red Clay download consists of 53 pages. It includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement by M.Taylor, compiled into a single PDF file. You will receive these parts immediately upon download.

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