Begin The Beguine (B.Eberhart)

Immerse your ensemble in the timeless elegance of "Begin The Beguine" with this captivating Big Band arrangement by John Christian. This meticulously crafted chart, based on Cole Porter's iconic Jazz Standard, offers a sophisticated yet accessible performance piece suitable for high school, college, and professional ensembles alike. Christian's arrangement expertly captures the song's original allure, presenting a medium-difficulty chart that balances rich harmonic textures with a driving, yet nuanced, rhythmic feel characteristic of classic big band jazz. The arrangement maintains a steady, graceful tempo, evoking the danceable spirit of the beguine while allowing for expressive musicality. This 39-page score, complete with parts for Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone 1, Tenor Saxophone 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums, ensures a complete and balanced sound.