Every Day I Have The Blues (E.Wilkins)

Immerse your big band in the electrifying sound of the Count Basie Orchestra with this meticulously transcribed sheet music for "Every Day I Have The Blues," arranged by Count Basie himself and composed by Ernie Wilkins. This advanced-level jazz standard, spanning 50 pages with a full score included, captures the quintessential Basie swing feel, characterized by its relaxed yet driving medium tempo and sophisticated harmonic language. The arrangement features the complete Basie instrumentation: 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. This chart is perfect for professional ensembles seeking an authentic and historically rich performance piece, ideal for jazz festivals, concert halls, or educational institutions with advanced student big bands. "Every Day I Have The Blues" is a classic blues composition, famously associated with B.B. King, and Basie's arrangement elevates it to a big band masterpiece.