Every Tub (B.Clayton)

Unleash the swing with this authentic big band arrangement of Count Basie's "Every Tub," masterfully transcribed by Buck Clayton. This 38-page professional-grade sheet music captures the iconic jazz standard's vibrant energy and sophisticated voicings, making it a quintessential addition for advanced ensembles. Composed by Count Basie, "Every Tub" embodies the quintessential Kansas City swing style, characterized by its infectious medium-fast tempo, blues-infused harmonic language, and propulsive rhythmic drive. This arrangement faithfully reproduces the original's exhilarating call-and-response passages between sections, particularly the brass and reeds, alongside the walking bass lines and comping piano patterns that define the Basie sound. This "Every Tub" arrangement is ideal for professional big bands, collegiate jazz programs, and advanced high school ensembles seeking to perform historically significant jazz repertoire. It features clear indications for improvised solo sections, typically for tenor saxophone and trumpet, allowing individual musicians to shine within the ensemble context.