Blue Moon (M.Evans)

Elevate your big band's repertoire with Marion Evans' sophisticated arrangement of "Blue Moon." This 49-page chart, steeped in classic jazz style, delivers a lush and swinging interpretation perfect for captivating audiences. Evans masterfully reinterprets this beloved jazz standard, originally composed in 1934, with a timeless big band aesthetic. The arrangement features a medium tempo, offering a comfortable yet engaging groove, and explores rich harmonic voicings characteristic of classic big band writing. Rhythmic patterns are idiomatic to the style, promoting a cohesive and driving ensemble sound. This "Blue Moon" arrangement is ideal for a variety of performance contexts, from professional concert halls and dance events to advanced high school or university jazz ensemble performances. It provides excellent educational value in exploring traditional big band voicings and swing articulation. The arrangement includes meticulously crafted parts for 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.