Brass On Ivory (J.Reisman)

Bring the timeless elegance of Henry Mancini's "Brass On Ivory" to your big band with this exceptional arrangement by J. Reisman. This meticulously crafted jazz standard, designed for a full big band instrumentation including 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, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums, offers a sophisticated and swinging chart suitable for both educational and professional ensembles. The arrangement maintains a medium difficulty, making it accessible for advanced high school or collegiate jazz programs, as well as community and professional big bands seeking a polished addition to their repertoire. Musicians will appreciate the rich harmonic language, characteristic of Mancini's original composition, presented with engaging brass features and carefully voiced saxophone sections. The arrangement effectively balances ensemble passages with opportunities for improvisation, providing clear solo sections for featured instruments, thereby enhancing both individual musician development and collective performance.