When Sunny Gets Blue — Big Band Arrangement by J.Nowak

EnsembleBig Band
ArrangerJ.Nowak
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
Pages29 pages
Price$29.99

About This Arrangement

“When Sunny Gets Blue” is a big band arrangement by J. Nowak that captures the classic ballad feel, perfect for showcasing your ensemble's expressive capabilities. This chart has a smooth, flowing groove, ideal for a feature soloist or a moment of quiet reflection in a set. It’s the kind of tune that lets your band really dig into the harmony and dynamics.

This download includes 29 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 right away.

This arrangement of “When Sunny Gets Blue” provides a great opportunity to work on blend, balance, and intonation within your brass and saxophone sections. It’s a standard that every big band should have in its book, offering a chance to develop a mature and nuanced sound. The arrangement is accessible for a good high school or college-level ensemble.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in this arrangement of "When Sunny Gets Blue"?
This big band arrangement by J. Nowak includes parts for 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, and Drums. It provides a complete set of parts for a standard big band instrumentation.
What is the difficulty level of this big band chart?
This arrangement of "When Sunny Gets Blue" is suitable for an intermediate-level big band. It offers a good challenge for high school or college ensembles looking to work on expressive playing, blend, and dynamics within a classic ballad setting.
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 in a single PDF, totaling 29 pages, allowing your musicians to play the arrangement directly from their parts.
What style or genre is "When Sunny Gets Blue" arranged in?
This arrangement of "When Sunny Gets Blue" is a classic jazz ballad. It features a smooth, lyrical style, perfect for showcasing the melodic and harmonic capabilities of a big band. It's ideal for a reflective or expressive moment in a performance.
How many pages are in the download and what exactly do I receive?
The download for "When Sunny Gets Blue" by J. Nowak contains 29 pages. You will receive a single PDF file that includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band arrangement. No conductor score is part of this download.

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