Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing (R.Holmes)

Elevate your big band’s repertoire with Roger Holmes’ sophisticated and energetic arrangement of “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing.” This advanced-level jazz chart, presented across 54 meticulously crafted pages with individual parts for each musician, transforms Stevie Wonder’s iconic composition into a vibrant Latin-funk powerhouse. Holmes’s masterful scoring captures the original’s joyous spirit while infusing it with dynamic big band sensibilities. The arrangement features infectious rhythmic patterns driven by a robust rhythm section, complemented by exciting, tightly voiced brass figures and intricate saxophone soli sections. Solo opportunities are strategically placed, allowing for improvisation over the song's distinctive harmonic progression, making it an excellent vehicle for showcasing individual talent within the ensemble. Ideal for both professional and advanced scholastic big bands, this arrangement of "Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing" is perfectly suited for a wide range of performance contexts, including jazz festivals, concert hall performances, and dance events where an engaging and uplifting atmosphere is desired.