How Deep Is The Ocean (D.Schamber)

D. Schamber's advanced big band arrangement of Irving Berlin's timeless jazz standard "How Deep Is The Ocean" offers a sophisticated and engaging interpretation suitable for professional ensembles and advanced collegiate jazz programs. This vibrant chart, spanning 83 pages, breathes new life into the classic melody with a full instrumentation including five saxophones (Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone), four trumpets, four trombones (Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone), and a complete rhythm section (Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums). Schamber’s arrangement maintains a classic big band swing feel, likely at a medium tempo, incorporating rich harmonic voicings and intricate section writing. The arrangement likely features interwoven melodic lines between the sections, dynamic contrasts ranging from intimate piano phrases to powerful tutti passages, and opportunities for improvised solos, typically over the original chord changes, providing a platform for individual expression within a meticulously crafted ensemble framework.