Perdido (B.Lowden)

Ignite your big band's performance with Bob Lowden's dynamic arrangement of the jazz standard, "Perdido." This meticulously crafted, 31-page chart for big band captures the iconic energy and swing of Juan Tizol's enduring composition. Lowden's arrangement presents "Perdido" with a medium difficulty level, making it accessible for both advanced high school and collegiate jazz ensembles, as well as community and professional big bands. The arrangement maintains a driving, medium-up tempo feel, characteristic of the swing era, with a harmonic language that respects the original while offering contemporary big band voicings. Expect classic rhythmic patterns, including syncopated horn lines and a walking bass, creating an authentic and engaging performance experience. This arrangement of "Perdido" is designed for seamless rehearsal and a polished, professional presentation. It includes individual 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.