Snooze You Lose Blues — Big Band Arrangement by M.Harris

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerM.Harris
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rhythm Section
StyleSwing, Blues
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages44 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

Snooze You Lose Blues is a big band arrangement by M. Harris that lays down a solid, swinging blues feel. This chart has a classic big band sound, perfect for getting a band locked into a blues groove. It's the kind of piece that feels good to play and really gets an audience tapping their feet.

This download includes 44 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll have everything you need for each section player to get their part printed and ready for rehearsal.

Playing the blues is fundamental to jazz, and this chart provides a great vehicle for a big band to dig into that tradition. It's a straightforward, playable arrangement that focuses on rhythmic precision and ensemble blend, making it a good choice for developing a tight big band sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the Snooze You Lose Blues arrangement?
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 covers all the standard sections of a full big band, providing a complete set of parts for your ensemble.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This chart is a solid, playable blues arrangement that would be suitable for an intermediate-level big band. It focuses on rhythmic accuracy and ensemble playing, making it a good choice for bands working on tightening up their blues feel and section blend without overly complex technical demands.
Does the Snooze You Lose Blues PDF download include a full conductor score?
No, this download does not include a full conductor score. The PDF provided contains only the individual instrument parts for the big band. Each musician will have their specific part, but there is no combined score for a conductor.
What style or genre is "Snooze You Lose Blues"?
Snooze You Lose Blues is a classic big band blues chart with a strong swing feel. It's designed to capture the traditional sound and groove of a swinging jazz blues, making it an excellent piece for exploring this fundamental jazz style within a large ensemble context.
How many pages are included in the download and what does it contain?
The download for Snooze You Lose Blues contains 44 pages in a single PDF file. This PDF includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement. You will receive all the necessary parts for each musician in your ensemble.

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