Away In A Manger (T.White)

Elevate your big band's holiday repertoire with T. White's captivating jazz arrangement of "Away In A Manger." This medium-difficulty big band chart transforms the beloved Christmas carol into a swinging jazz standard, perfect for festive concerts, holiday galas, or as a sophisticated addition to any professional or educational ensemble's performance library. The arrangement breathes new life into the traditional melody, presenting it with rich, contemporary jazz harmonies and engaging rhythmic patterns that evoke a relaxed, yet vibrant, medium-swing feel. Musicians will appreciate the well-crafted ensemble passages, which feature thoughtful voicings across the full instrumentation of five saxophones (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax), four trumpets (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4), four trombones (Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone), and a full rhythm section (Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums). T. White’s arrangement of "Away In A Manger" offers a dynamic journey through the familiar tune, incorporating tasteful dynamic contrasts that build from tender introspection to jubilant full-ensemble sections.