Shake N' Bake — Big Band Arrangement by L.Niehaus

About This Arrangement

Shake N' Bake is a big band arrangement by L. Niehaus, offering a solid, playable chart for a full jazz ensemble. This chart likely leans into a swinging feel, providing a great opportunity for the brass and sax sections to dig into some classic big band voicings and rhythms. It's the kind of piece that can really get a band grooving and an audience tapping their feet.

This download includes 48 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll get all the necessary parts for your alto saxes, tenor saxes, baritone sax, trumpets, trombones, piano, guitar, bass, and drums.

L. Niehaus is known for writing accessible yet engaging big band material that sounds full and professional without being overly complex. This chart would be a good pick for a band director looking to build ensemble cohesion and provide their sections with a fun, idiomatic piece to work on. It’s a reliable choice for a concert or dance gig.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the Shake N' Bake arrangement?

This arrangement of Shake N' Bake includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's a complete set for a standard big band instrumentation, ensuring all your sections are covered.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

This chart by L. Niehaus is generally considered to be of an accessible to intermediate difficulty level. Niehaus is known for writing charts that are well-crafted and sound great without presenting extreme technical challenges, making it suitable for high school, college, or community big bands.

Does the Shake N' Bake download include a full conductor score?

No, this download for Shake N' Bake does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts in a single PDF, allowing each musician to have their specific material ready for rehearsal and performance.

What style or genre is Shake N' Bake?

Shake N' Bake is a big band chart that typically falls into the Swing genre. It's designed to provide a classic big band sound with a solid groove, making it a great piece for developing ensemble swing feel and articulation within the band.

How many pages are in the Shake N' Bake download and what does it contain?

The Shake N' Bake download contains 48 pages in total. This PDF includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band, covering all the saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section instruments. No conductor score is part of this particular download.

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