Early Autumn (S.Kenton)

Immerse your big band in the timeless beauty of "Early Autumn (S.Kenton)," a quintessential jazz standard brought to life with exquisite detail in this arrangement. Expertly crafted in the style of Stan Kenton, this chart captures the lush harmonies and sophisticated cool jazz feel synonymous with his iconic sound. Composed by Ralph Burns, Woody Herman, and Johnny Mercer, "Early Autumn" is celebrated for its evocative melody and rich harmonic landscape, making it a cornerstone of the jazz repertoire. This medium-difficulty arrangement is ideal for both advanced high school and collegiate ensembles, as well as professional big bands seeking to add a touch of classic elegance and evocative atmosphere to their performances. Its flowing melodic lines and carefully voiced ensemble passages are perfectly suited for concert programs, jazz festivals, and sophisticated dinner engagements. This 27-page arrangement for big band features a full complement of parts, including Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone 1, Tenor Saxophone 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums.