Early Autumn (L.Clinton)

Immerse your big band in the sophisticated sound of L. Clinton's arrangement of "Early Autumn," a timeless Foxtrot penned by Ralph Burns, Woody Herman, and Johnny Mercer. This meticulously crafted score, presented across 22 pages with all individual parts included, captures the essence of a classic big band dance era. Clinton's arrangement maintains a medium difficulty, offering a rewarding challenge for both educational and professional ensembles. The Foxtrot tempo provides a smooth, danceable groove, while the harmonic language leans into lush, post-swing era voicings, characteristic of the original composition's mid-20th century origins. Expect elegant ensemble passages, well-defined rhythmic patterns that support the dance style, and opportunities for dynamic contrast that will captivate any audience. This arrangement for Big Band Dance is ideal for concerts, formal dances, jazz club performances, or any event seeking a touch of refined elegance. It features a standard big band instrumentation of five saxophones (two altos, two tenors, one baritone), four trumpets, four trombones (three tenors, one bass), and a full rhythm section (piano, bass, drums, guitar).