Nica's Dream (S.DeCamp)
Composed by Horace Silver
Arranged by S.DeCamp
- Ensemble: Big Band
- Style: Jazz Standard
- Pages: 56
- Instruments (17): 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, Drums
- Difficulty: advanced
- Content: Individual Parts
- Format: PDF Download (Instant)
- Price: $18.99
S. DeCamp's big band arrangement of Horace Silver's iconic "Nica's Dream" offers a compelling and sophisticated interpretation of this beloved jazz standard, designed for a full 17-piece ensemble. This advanced-level chart is a superb choice for professional big bands or highly skilled high school and collegiate jazz programs aiming to present a vibrant and engaging performance piece. DeCamp masterfully captures the original's infectious hard bop energy, characterized by its medium-up tempo swing feel and sophisticated harmonic language, while expanding it for the full power and color of a big band. The arrangement meticulously details parts for five saxophones (Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone), four trumpets, four trombones (including bass trombone), and a full rhythm section (guitar, piano, bass, drums). Expect dynamic contrasts and expertly voiced ensemble passages that highlight the brass and saxophone sections, punctuated by well-placed solo opportunities for improvisers.