Old Time Rock And Roll (D.Wolpe)

Experience the exhilarating transformation of Bob Seger’s iconic "Old Time Rock And Roll" into a sophisticated jazz standard with this dynamic big band arrangement by Dave Wolpe. This chart, meticulously crafted for a full 17-piece big band (including five saxophones, four trumpets, four trombones, and a full rhythm section of guitar, piano, bass, and drums), reimagines the classic rock anthem through a swinging jazz lens. Wolpe’s arrangement maintains the original’s infectious energy while infusing it with a medium-tempo jazz feel, characterized by walking bass lines, driving drum patterns, and harmonically rich voicings. The arrangement features compelling ensemble passages that showcase the full power of the brass and saxophone sections, balanced with opportunities for improvised solos over the familiar chord changes, providing both challenge and creative freedom for soloists. Ideal for both professional big bands and advanced scholastic ensembles, this "Old Time Rock And Roll" arrangement is a crowd-pleasing addition to any concert program, festival performance, or dance engagement.