Be With Me (M.Barone)

Elevate your big band’s repertoire with Mike Barone’s exceptional arrangement of "Be With Me." This medium-difficulty jazz chart, totaling 30 pages, offers a sophisticated and vibrant sound, perfectly suited for advanced ensembles seeking a performance-ready piece. Barone’s masterful scoring presents a rich harmonic palette, characterized by lush voicings and inventive chord substitutions, providing a modern yet accessible jazz standard feel. The arrangement features engaging rhythmic drive, often employing syncopated figures and a swinging tempo feel that encourages precise ensemble interplay and dynamic contrast. While the composer of "Be With Me" is unknown, Barone’s interpretation ensures its place as a compelling big band vehicle. This comprehensive package includes individual parts for a full big band instrumentation: Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Drums. While a full score is not included, the meticulously notated parts are designed for clarity and ease of reading, facilitating efficient rehearsals and confident performances.