Kenton Kollage (B.Curnow)

Immerse your ensemble in the iconic sound of Stan Kenton with B. Curnow's "Kenton Kollage," a thrilling jazz standard arrangement meticulously crafted for big band. This expansive 176-page score, featuring a full score (parts not included), provides a comprehensive and accessible entry into the Kenton legacy, ideal for a wide range of ensembles from advanced high school and collegiate programs to professional big bands. Bob Curnow's arrangement captures the essence of the Kenton sound, characterized by rich, layered harmonies and powerful brass voicings. While designated as "easy" difficulty, it offers rewarding musical challenges that foster technical precision and stylistic understanding. The arrangement likely incorporates driving swing rhythms, characteristic of the Kenton era, with potential for syncopated brass figures and sustained saxophone lines. Expect dynamic contrasts, from soaring full-ensemble passages to more intimate, nuanced sections, creating an engaging narrative throughout the piece.