The Nearness Of You — Big Band Arrangement by F.Comstock

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerF.Comstock
InstrumentationAlto Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rhythm Section
StyleBallad, Swing
Score & PartsIndividual parts only (no conductor score). 1 separate part
Pages33 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“The Nearness Of You” is a big band arrangement by F. Comstock, featuring a classic, lush big band sound that evokes the golden age of jazz ballads. This chart has a smooth, romantic feel, perfect for showcasing the ensemble's expressive capabilities and delivering a timeless performance.

This download includes 33 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll have all the necessary parts to get your band playing this beautiful arrangement.

This arrangement is a solid choice for bands looking to expand their ballad repertoire with a well-crafted chart. It provides a great opportunity for the brass and saxophone sections to blend and shape phrases, creating a rich harmonic texture that audiences will appreciate. It's a staple tune that every big band should have in its book.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of "The Nearness Of You"?
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's a standard big band instrumentation designed for a full, rich sound.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This arrangement of "The Nearness Of You" by F. Comstock is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. It requires good section blend and expressive playing, particularly in the ballad style, but doesn't present overly complex technical challenges.
Does this download include a full conductor score?
No, this download does not include a full conductor score. This PDF contains only the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement of "The Nearness Of You." You will receive all the necessary parts for each musician.
What style or genre is "The Nearness Of You" arranged in for big band?
This big band arrangement of "The Nearness Of You" is a classic jazz ballad. It features a lush, romantic swing feel, perfect for showcasing the lyrical qualities of the melody and the expressive capabilities of a full jazz orchestra.
How many pages are in the download and what exactly do I receive?
The download for "The Nearness Of You" consists of 33 pages. You will receive a single PDF file containing all the individual instrument parts for the big band. This means each musician will have their specific part ready to print and play.

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