Tap Step — Big Band Arrangement by P.Herbolzheimer

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerP.Herbolzheimer
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
Pages46 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

Tap Step is a big band arrangement by P.Herbolzheimer that offers a solid rhythmic foundation for a full ensemble. This chart likely features a driving, energetic feel, characteristic of big band repertoire designed to get feet tapping and heads nodding. It's the kind of piece that can really showcase a band's tightness and dynamic control.

This download includes 46 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll receive all the necessary parts for your musicians to perform the piece.

Herbolzheimer's arrangements often blend traditional big band sounds with contemporary influences, making for charts that are both familiar and fresh. This piece would be an excellent choice for a band looking to add a vibrant, rhythmic number to their setlist, providing a good workout for the rhythm section and a chance for the horns to dig in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the "Tap Step" arrangement?
The "Tap Step" arrangement includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. This provides a complete big band instrumentation for performance.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
Based on the instrumentation and typical big band writing, "Tap Step" by P.Herbolzheimer would likely be suitable for an intermediate to advanced big band. It requires a solid rhythm section and capable horn players to execute the energetic feel effectively.
Does the "Tap Step" download include a full conductor score?
No, the "Tap Step" download does not include a full conductor score. This PDF contains only the individual instrument parts for each musician in the big band.
What style or genre is "Tap Step"?
"Tap Step" is a big band arrangement, likely falling within the swing or contemporary big band jazz genre. It's designed to be a rhythmic and energetic piece, characteristic of charts that get audiences moving.
How many pages are in the "Tap Step" download and what does it contain?
The "Tap Step" download consists of 46 pages in a single PDF. This download includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band, but it does not contain a conductor's score.

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