The Intrepid Fox — Big Band Arrangement by E.Richards

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerE.Richards
ComposerFreddie Hubbard
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rhythm Section
StyleBebop, Swing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages89 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

The Intrepid Fox is a big band arrangement by E. Richards, based on Freddie Hubbard's classic hard bop composition. This chart captures the high-energy, post-bop feel of the original, making it a challenging and rewarding piece for an advanced ensemble. It's built on a driving, up-tempo groove that demands precision and strong soloists.

This download includes 89 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll get all the necessary parts for your big band to rehearse and perform this exciting arrangement.

Freddie Hubbard's original recording of "The Intrepid Fox" is a landmark in jazz trumpet playing and hard bop. This arrangement translates that intensity and intricate harmonic movement effectively for a large ensemble, providing a great vehicle for showcasing a strong trumpet section and soloists who can navigate its complex changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of The Intrepid Fox?
This big band arrangement of "The Intrepid Fox" includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, 1 Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It's a standard big band instrumentation designed to capture the full sound of the original composition.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This arrangement of "The Intrepid Fox" is suitable for advanced big bands. It features complex harmonic changes, an up-tempo groove, and requires strong technical proficiency from all sections, especially the trumpets and soloists, to perform effectively.
Does this download include a full conductor score?
No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts necessary for performance, totaling 89 pages in a single PDF, but the conductor's score is not part of this package.
What style or genre is "The Intrepid Fox" big band arrangement?
This arrangement falls squarely into the hard bop and post-bop jazz styles. It maintains the high energy, intricate melodies, and sophisticated harmonic language characteristic of Freddie Hubbard's original composition, making it a classic example of modern jazz for big band.
How many pages are included in this download and what do I receive?
This download contains 89 pages of music in a single PDF file. You will receive all the individual instrument parts for the big band, allowing your ensemble to perform "The Intrepid Fox." A conductor score is not included in this purchase.

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