Chameleon (A.Baylock)

Ignite your big band with Alan Baylock's electrifying arrangement of "Chameleon"! This advanced-level, 51-page jazz chart delivers the iconic Herbie Hancock groove with Baylock's signature modern flair. While the original composition by Herbie Hancock, Harvey Mason, Bennie Maupin, and Paul Jackson Jr. is a cornerstone of jazz-funk, Baylock's arrangement reinterprets this classic for the contemporary big band. Expect a driving, funk-infused tempo feel, characterized by syncopated rhythmic patterns and a sophisticated harmonic language that expands upon the original's modal foundation. Each individual part 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, Guitar, Bass, and Drums is meticulously crafted, ensuring every section shines with clear articulation markings and dynamic contrasts that build throughout the piece. This dynamic, high-energy performance piece is perfect for advanced ensembles looking to impress, whether in educational settings like university jazz programs or professional big band performances.