Handel With Care (D.Sebesky)

D. Sebesky's "Handel With Care" is a sophisticated big band arrangement of this jazz standard, designed to highlight your ensemble's nuanced performance. This 42-page score presents a polished and engaging addition to any concert or set list, suitable for both advanced high school and collegiate ensembles, as well as professional big bands. The arrangement, crafted by D. Sebesky, features a full complement of brass (four trumpets, three trombones, one bass trombone), five saxophones (two alto, two tenor, one baritone), and a complete rhythm section (guitar, piano, bass, drums). While the composer of the original standard is listed as unknown, Sebesky’s treatment imbues it with a contemporary big band sound. Musically, "Handel With Care" likely features a medium swing tempo feel, characteristic of many jazz standards, allowing for a comfortable groove while still providing opportunities for rhythmic precision. Expect rich, modern harmonic voicings and intricate counterpoint between sections, a hallmark of Sebesky's arranging style.