One O'Clock Boogie (C.Basie)

Immerse your big band in the quintessential sound of Count Basie with this authentic arrangement of "One O'Clock Boogie." Directly from the pen of Count Basie himself, this 22-page chart captures the high-energy, infectious swing that defined his legendary orchestra. As an iconic Jazz Standard, "One O'Clock Boogie" delivers a medium-difficulty, foot-tapping boogie-woogie feel, characterized by its driving rhythmic patterns and the distinctive Basie harmonic language. Expect a vibrant, medium-fast tempo, perfect for showcasing the ensemble's precision and dynamic range. The arrangement features meticulously crafted individual parts for Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, and Drums, ensuring a tight and cohesive performance. While a full score is not included, the individual parts are clearly notated for ease of reading and rehearsal. This arrangement is ideal for a wide range of performance contexts, from high school and collegiate jazz ensembles seeking to master the Basie style, to professional big bands looking to energize their concert programs.