Johnson Rag (D.Wolpe)
Composed by George Johnson
Arranged by Dave Wolpe
- Ensemble: Big Band
- Pages: 49
- Instruments (17): 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, Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drum Set
- Difficulty: medium
- Content: Individual Parts
- Format: PDF Download (Instant)
- Price: $24.99
Experience the vibrant energy of Dave Wolpe's Big Band arrangement of "Johnson Rag," a classic jazz standard presented here in a medium difficulty setting. This 49-page chart, complete with individual parts for Alto Sax 1 & 2, Tenor Sax 1 & 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Drums, delivers an authentic, high-energy swing experience. Wolpe's masterful scoring captures the quintessential swing feel with driving rhythmic patterns and a harmonically rich approach, ensuring a vibrant and engaging performance. The arrangement features well-crafted ensemble passages, dynamic contrasts, and opportunities for improvised solos over the familiar chord changes, making it suitable for both educational and professional ensembles. "Johnson Rag," while its composer remains unknown, has been a staple of the jazz repertoire since its early 20th-century origins, evolving from a ragtime piece into a beloved swing standard. This arrangement honors that tradition, providing clear notation and thoughtful voicings that make it a joy to play and rehearse.
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