Honky Tonk (L.Clinton)

Ignite your big band with L. Clinton's sizzling arrangement of "Honky Tonk," the iconic Foxtrot composition by Bill Doggett, Clifford Scott, and Shep Shepherd. This 20-page arrangement delivers a vibrant, toe-tapping experience, perfectly suited for a wide range of performances from school concerts and jazz festivals to professional club dates and dance events. Its easy difficulty level makes it an excellent choice for developing ensembles, offering accessible yet authentic big band material. The arrangement captures the original's infectious medium-tempo groove, characterized by a driving shuffle feel and blues-infused harmonic language. Expect clear, rhythmically engaging ensemble passages that highlight the classic big band sound, with particular attention to the interplay between the brass and saxophone sections. This "Honky Tonk" arrangement is thoughtfully scored 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, Piano, Bass, Drums, and Guitar.