Flying Home (E.Houghton)

Ernie Houghton's masterful big band arrangement of "Flying Home," as famously performed by the Ted Heath Orchestra, is a dynamic jazz standard offering exhilarating swing and sophisticated harmonies. This iconic chart, originally co-composed by Benny Goodman and Lionel Hampton, is a cornerstone of the big band repertoire, celebrated for its driving energy and improvisational flair. Houghton’s arrangement captures the essence of the classic swing era, characterized by a medium-fast tempo feel, propulsive rhythmic patterns, and a harmonic language rich with blues inflections and extended jazz chords. It is ideally suited for professional ensembles, advanced high school, or collegiate jazz programs seeking to perform authentic big band literature. The arrangement, spanning 35 pages, includes a full conductor's score, providing a comprehensive overview for rehearsal and performance. This arrangement features a classic big band 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.