Ace High (L.Stack)

Elevate your big band's performance with L. Stack's dynamic arrangement of "Ace High," an advanced-level jazz standard expertly crafted for the modern big band. This thrilling arrangement, suitable for professional, collegiate, and advanced high school ensembles, brings a sophisticated and energetic piece to any concert program or jazz festival. The arrangement features a classic swing feel, with driving rhythmic patterns and intricate harmonic voicings that showcase the full power of the 17-piece instrumentation, including a full saxophone section (Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone), four trumpets, four trombones (including bass trombone), and a complete rhythm section (Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums). L. Stack's "Ace High" arrangement is characterized by its vibrant ensemble passages, punctuated by strategically placed solo sections that provide ample opportunity for improvisation over rich harmonic changes, typical of the jazz standard repertoire. Expect engaging call-and-response figures between sections, dynamic contrasts ranging from powerful tutti statements to nuanced, understated moments, and a consistent, infectious swing pulse throughout.