Got A Date With An Angel (J.Berry)

Elevate your big band repertoire with John Berry's dynamic arrangement of the jazz standard "Got A Date With An Angel." This 37-page chart, designed for big band, delivers classic swing era energy, making it an excellent choice for high school, college, or professional ensembles. Berry's masterful scoring captures the tune's playful charm through lush harmonies and swinging rhythms, offering engaging and idiomatic parts for every section. The arrangement features a medium tempo swing feel, characterized by walking bass lines, driving drum patterns, and syncopated brass and saxophone figures typical of the big band tradition. While the original composer is unknown, "Got A Date With An Angel" has been a beloved standard, frequently performed and recorded since its popularization, embodying the lighthearted spirit of early jazz. This arrangement provides a rich performance experience, suitable for concerts, festivals, dances, or educational showcases. It includes well-crafted ensemble passages with clear melodic lines and supportive counter-melodies, alongside opportunities for improvised solos, likely over standard chord changes, adding a layer of spontaneity.