Freedom (R.Holmes)

“Freedom (R.Holmes)” is a big band arrangement by Roger Holmes of a composition credited to George Michael. The catalog record identifies the ensemble as Big Band and lists the difficulty as medium, providing a clear starting point for directors selecting repertoire for an ensemble with established section coverage. The style is not specified in the available metadata, so this listing focuses on the documented scoring and contents rather than assigning a stylistic category. The arrangement is 47 pages and includes a confirmed conductor score together with confirmed individual parts. The listed instrumentation covers a standard large-ensemble setup: Alto Saxophones 1 and 2, Tenor Saxophones 1 and 2, Baritone Saxophone, four Trumpet parts, four Trombone parts, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drum Set. This gives players and ensemble librarians a precise overview of the materials represented in the catalog record. For working musicians, the listing is useful when checking whether the arrangement matches an available big band roster and when confirming that both conductor and player materials are present. The medium difficulty designation offers a general preparation reference, while the complete instrument list supports part-assignment and instrumentation checks before rehearsal. This medium-difficulty Big Band arrangement includes a confirmed conductor score and confirmed individual parts. The listed instrumentation comprises Alto Saxophones 1–2, Tenor Saxophones 1–2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpets 1–4, Trombones 1–4, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drum Set. Use the instrument list to verify roster coverage before preparation. Q: What ensemble is this arrangement written for? A: The arrangement is for Big Band. Q: Who arranged and composed “Freedom (R.Holmes)”? A: Roger Holmes is credited as the arranger, and George Michael is credited as the original composer. Q: What difficulty level is shown in the catalog metadata? A: The arrangement is listed as medium difficulty. Q: What materials and instruments are included? A: The catalog record confirms a conductor score and individual parts. The listed instrumentation includes five saxophone parts, four trumpet parts, four trombone parts, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drum Set.