Don't Be That Way (S.Murphy)

Swing into action with Spud Murphy's iconic big band arrangement of "Don't Be That Way"! This authentic jazz chart, spanning 36 pages, delivers the classic energy and sophisticated voicings that define the era. As a foundational jazz standard, "Don't Be That Way" is often associated with the Benny Goodman Orchestra, though its composer remains unknown. Murphy's arrangement captures the buoyant, medium-swing tempo feel that made the original so popular, characterized by its driving rhythmic patterns and accessible, yet harmonically rich, ensemble passages. The arrangement features a traditional big band instrumentation of five saxophones (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax), four trumpets (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4), four trombones (Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Trombone 4), and a full rhythm section (Piano, Bass, Drums). This chart is perfect for high school, college, or professional ensembles seeking to perform a vibrant, danceable groove with exciting solo opportunities.