Freckle Face (S.Nestico)

Elevate your ensemble's repertoire with the authentic big band jazz standard arrangement of "Freckle Face," composed by the esteemed Sammy Nestico and performed by the legendary Count Basie Orchestra. This iconic chart, presented here as a medium difficulty arrangement, encapsulates the quintessential Basie swing and sophisticated harmonic language that defined an era of jazz. Ideal for advanced high school, collegiate, or professional big bands, "Freckle Face" is a superb choice for concerts, jazz festivals, or formal performances where a classic, swinging big band sound is desired. The arrangement features the characteristic Basie rhythmic precision, often characterized by a relaxed yet propulsive medium-tempo feel, and showcases the ensemble's ability to execute tight section work and dynamic contrasts. This meticulously crafted arrangement of "Freckle Face" includes a full score and all individual parts for a standard 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.