Front Runner (B.Holman)

Bill Holman's "Front Runner" offers a sophisticated and challenging big band arrangement, showcasing the unparalleled compositional and arranging genius of Bill Holman. This arrangement is a quintessential example of modern jazz big band writing, featuring intricate harmonic structures, a driving, medium-up swing feel, and sophisticated rhythmic interplay across sections. As both composer and arranger, Holman imbues "Front Runner" with his signature sound: meticulously voiced brass and saxophone sections, unexpected harmonic shifts, and a dynamic ebb and flow that demands precision and sensitivity from every performer. The piece is ideal for advanced big bands in professional, collegiate, or highly competitive high school settings looking to perform a definitive work from the contemporary jazz repertoire. This 113-page score provides a complete roadmap for a powerful performance, detailing every nuance of Holman's vision. Expect expertly crafted ensemble passages that build tension and release, contrasting with open solo sections designed to feature your band's improvisational talent.