Silent Night — Big Band Arrangement by J.Martin

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Martin
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rhythm Section
StyleSwing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages72 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

Silent Night is a big band arrangement by J. Martin that reimagines the classic Christmas carol for a full jazz ensemble. This chart brings a fresh, swinging feel to the traditional melody, making it a great addition to any holiday performance. It maintains the recognizable essence of the original while infusing it with jazz harmonies and rhythms, perfect for a festive concert or dance.

This download includes 72 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll have all the necessary parts for your band to perform this arrangement.

This arrangement offers a familiar yet sophisticated take on "Silent Night," providing a solid foundation for a big band to explore a beloved tune in a jazz context. It's a practical choice for band directors looking to add a well-known, yet freshly arranged, piece to their holiday repertoire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of Silent Night?
This arrangement of Silent Night for big band 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 individual parts for a standard big band instrumentation, ensuring all sections are covered for performance.
What is the difficulty level of this Silent Night big band chart?
This big band chart of Silent Night by J. Martin is generally accessible for most big bands. While it incorporates jazz harmonies and rhythms, it's arranged to be playable without requiring extreme technical demands, making it suitable for high school, college, or community jazz ensembles looking for a festive piece.
Does this download of Silent Night include a full conductor score?
No, this download for Silent Night does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts necessary for performance, totaling 72 pages. Directors will need to work from the individual parts to rehearse and conduct the ensemble.
What style or genre is this arrangement of Silent Night?
This arrangement of Silent Night is a big band jazz chart with a swinging feel. It takes the traditional Christmas carol and reinterprets it with jazz harmonies and rhythms, making it ideal for holiday concerts or events where a festive, yet sophisticated, jazz sound is desired.
How many pages are in the Silent Night download and what do I receive?
The Silent Night download consists of 72 pages in a single PDF file. This PDF 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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