The Umpire Strikes Back — Big Band Arrangement by M.Catingub

About This Arrangement

“The Umpire Strikes Back” is a big band arrangement by M. Catingub that delivers a powerful, driving swing feel. This chart is a solid choice for a big band looking for a dynamic and engaging piece to feature their ensemble's energy and precision. It’s the kind of tune that gets an audience’s attention from the first downbeat.

This download includes 54 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You’ll get all the necessary parts for your musicians to perform this exciting arrangement.

Charts like this, with a strong, identifiable groove, are excellent for developing ensemble cohesion and rhythmic accuracy. M. Catingub's arrangements are known for being well-crafted and playable, making them a good fit for many big band programs looking to expand their repertoire with a contemporary swing number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in "The Umpire Strikes Back" 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 provides all the necessary individual instrument parts for a standard big band lineup, ensuring your ensemble has everything needed to perform the chart.

What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?

This chart by M. Catingub is generally considered to be an intermediate-level big band arrangement. It offers engaging parts for all sections without presenting extreme technical demands, making it suitable for high school, college, or community big bands looking for a solid swing piece.

Does this download for "The Umpire Strikes Back" include a full conductor score?

No, this download does not include a full conductor score. It contains only the individual instrument parts for the big band. The PDF provides all 54 pages of parts, allowing your musicians to play the arrangement, but a separate score is not part of this package.

What style or genre is "The Umpire Strikes Back"?

“The Umpire Strikes Back” is a swing big band chart. It features a driving, energetic feel characteristic of contemporary big band swing. This piece is designed to showcase the power and precision of a full jazz ensemble within the traditional swing idiom.

How many pages are in the download for this arrangement, and what does it include?

The download for "The Umpire Strikes Back" consists of 54 pages. It includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band. This means you will receive a single PDF containing all the necessary charts for your saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section.

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