The Cannonball Run — Big Band Arrangement by G.Goodwin

About This Arrangement

“The Cannonball Run” is a big band arrangement by G. Goodwin, known for its driving energy and intricate horn lines. This chart has a modern, high-energy swing feel, perfect for bands looking to showcase their precision and power. It's the kind of piece that gets the audience's attention from the first note.

This download includes 120 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 this dynamic arrangement.

Goodwin's arrangements often feature challenging but rewarding ensemble writing, making this chart a great choice for advanced big bands. It provides an excellent opportunity for sections to really lock in and develop a tight, cohesive sound, pushing the band's technical and musical boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in "The Cannonball Run" arrangement?

This arrangement includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's a standard big band instrumentation, providing a full and powerful sound for your ensemble.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

“The Cannonball Run” by G. Goodwin is generally considered suitable for advanced big bands. It features intricate ensemble writing and requires a high level of technical proficiency and musical cohesion from all sections to perform effectively.

Does this download of "The Cannonball Run" include a full conductor score?

No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It contains only the individual instrument parts for each musician. The PDF provided is exclusively for the performance parts.

What style or genre is "The Cannonball Run"?

This arrangement of "The Cannonball Run" falls squarely into the modern big band swing genre. It's characterized by a high-energy, driving feel with complex horn lines and a contemporary jazz sensibility, typical of G. Goodwin's writing.

How many pages are included in the download and what exactly do I get?

The download for "The Cannonball Run" consists of 120 pages. You will receive a single PDF file containing all the individual instrument parts necessary for your big band to perform the arrangement. No conductor score is included in this package.

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