My Shining Hour (S.Evans) C.Basie S.Davis voc

Immerse your ensemble in the iconic sound of the Count Basie Orchestra with this meticulously transcribed big band arrangement of Harold Arlen's "My Shining Hour," famously featuring Sammy Davis Jr.'s vocal stylings. This medium-difficulty chart, arranged by Count Basie himself, captures the quintessential Basie swing feel, characterized by its driving, propulsive rhythm section and sophisticated, yet accessible, harmonic language. The arrangement maintains a consistent medium-up tempo, perfect for showcasing the band's precision and dynamic control. Expect classic Basie-esque call-and-response figures between the brass and saxophone sections, punctuated by powerful ensemble shouts and smooth, flowing melodic lines. The arrangement includes all necessary parts for a full big band instrumentation: 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, alongside a comprehensive full score, totaling 37 pages.