Judge And Jury (F.Mantooth)

F. Mantooth's compelling big band arrangement of the jazz standard "Judge And Jury" offers a powerful and sophisticated sound, meticulously crafted for advanced ensembles. This comprehensive 59-page score, alongside individual parts for 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, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums, is designed to challenge and reward performers with its rich harmonic language and dynamic brass sections. The arrangement maintains a driving, medium-up swing feel, characteristic of classic big band jazz, while incorporating modern harmonic voicings and intricate rhythmic interplay between sections. Mantooth expertly navigates the form, providing ample opportunities for improvisation with clearly demarcated solo sections over the established chord changes, seamlessly integrated within the ensemble passages. Expect robust tutti sections contrasted with nuanced soli writing, demanding precise articulation and blend from all instrumentalists.