Old Time Rock & Roll (F.Comstock)

F. Comstock's dynamic big band arrangement of "Old Time Rock & Roll," originally composed by George Jackson, transforms this familiar classic into a vibrant jazz standard, perfect for a wide range of ensembles. This exciting chart, scored for a full 17-piece 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, Drums), offers an easy difficulty level, making it highly accessible for school, college, and community jazz bands, as well as professional ensembles seeking a crowd-pleasing opener or encore. The arrangement maintains a driving, medium-tempo swing feel, reharmonizing the original rock and roll progressions with sophisticated yet approachable jazz voicings. Rhythmic patterns in the brass and sax sections provide a propulsive energy, characteristic of a classic big band sound. This arrangement of "Old Time Rock & Roll" is designed for maximum audience engagement and performer enjoyment.