Blue Pepper (E.Strayhorn)

Immerse your big band in the timeless allure of "Blue Pepper," an iconic jazz standard presented in an authentic arrangement by the legendary Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. This definitive chart, scored for a full 17-piece ensemble, captures the sophisticated harmonic language and distinctive rhythmic drive synonymous with the Ellington Orchestra. Designed for professional and advanced collegiate groups, "Blue Pepper" offers a captivating and historically rich performance piece, perfect for concert halls, jazz festivals, educational performances, and competitive big band showcases. The arrangement features the classic instrumentation of 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, ensuring a complete and vibrant sound. This medium-difficulty arrangement showcases the compositional brilliance of Ellington and Strayhorn, with intricate ensemble passages that weave together lush voicings and syncopated rhythmic figures.