My Funny Valentine (B.Lowden)

Elevate your big band repertoire with Bob Lowden's exquisite arrangement of "My Funny Valentine," the iconic jazz standard composed by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. This timeless ballad, originally featured in the 1937 musical Babes in Arms, is presented here in a medium difficulty setting, perfect for both educational ensembles and professional big bands seeking a sophisticated yet accessible chart. Lowden's masterful 42-page arrangement captures the soulful essence of the original, emphasizing lush, often chromatic harmonies and rich, expressive voicings across the full instrumentation. The tempo feel is a classic slow ballad, allowing ample space for melodic interpretation and dynamic shaping. This arrangement features dedicated 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.