Li'L Ol' Groovemaker (Q.Jones)

Immerse your big band in the quintessential sound of Count Basie with this meticulously arranged chart of Quincy Jones's "Li'l Ol' Groovemaker." This medium-difficulty jazz standard is a vibrant showcase for the classic Basie swing aesthetic, making it an essential addition to any ensemble's repertoire. The arrangement captures the infectious, medium-tempo groove characteristic of the Basie band, driven by a walking bass line, swinging drums, and comping piano and guitar. Harmonically, it features a blend of blues-inflected voicings and sophisticated jazz changes, providing rich textures for the horn sections. Expect powerful, unison horn lines punctuated by call-and-response figures between sections, creating dynamic contrasts that are both exciting and engaging. This arrangement includes a full score and 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, totaling 44 pages.