Yardbird Suite — Big Band Arrangement by D.Lieb

About This Arrangement

Yardbird Suite is a big band arrangement by D. Lieb of Charlie Parker's classic bebop tune, offering a solid, swinging take on this jazz standard. This chart has a driving, energetic feel, perfect for a band looking to showcase tight ensemble playing and a classic bebop sound. It's a great choice for developing bands working on articulation and ensemble precision in a fast swing context.

This download includes 50 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 perform this arrangement.

Charlie Parker's compositions are foundational to the bebop idiom, and "Yardbird Suite" is no exception. This arrangement provides an excellent opportunity for a big band to dig into the harmonic and melodic language of bebop, making it a valuable addition to any library. It's a challenging yet rewarding piece that will push your sections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the Yardbird Suite big band arrangement?

This arrangement of Yardbird Suite 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 sound for this classic bebop tune.

What is the difficulty level of this Yardbird Suite chart?

This chart of Yardbird Suite is suitable for intermediate to advanced big bands. It requires good articulation and ensemble precision to navigate the bebop lines and fast swing feel. It's a great piece for bands looking to develop their bebop performance skills.

Does this download of Yardbird Suite include a full conductor score?

No, this download for Yardbird Suite does not include a full conductor score. It provides 50 pages of individual instrument parts only. Band directors will need to work from the parts, which is common for many jazz arrangements.

What style or genre is this arrangement of Yardbird Suite?

This arrangement of Yardbird Suite is firmly in the bebop and swing genres. As a Charlie Parker composition, it embodies the fast tempos, complex harmonies, and improvisational spirit characteristic of bebop, presented in a big band swing format.

How many pages are in the Yardbird Suite download and what do I receive?

The Yardbird Suite download contains 50 pages in a single PDF file. You will receive all the individual instrument parts necessary for a big band performance. Please note that a conductor's score is not included in this download.

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