Shaft (K.Mansfield)

Ignite your big band with Maynard Ferguson's iconic arrangement of "Shaft," a jazz powerhouse that delivers legendary funk and swagger. This advanced-level chart, featuring the unmistakable sound of Maynard Ferguson, is perfect for high school, college, or professional ensembles seeking a show-stopping performance. The arrangement of "Shaft" by K. Mansfield is renowned for its driving, medium-fast funk tempo feel, characterized by syncopated rhythmic patterns in the brass and saxophone sections. Harmonic language leans into the soulful and blues-inflected sounds of 1970s funk, providing a rich backdrop for the electrifying brass lines and powerful ensemble passages. Musicians will appreciate digging into Ferguson's masterful voicings, which are both challenging and rewarding to perform. The 55-page arrangement includes individual parts for a full big band instrumentation: five trumpets, four trombones (including bass trombone), five saxophones (two alto, two tenor, one baritone), piano, guitar, bass, drums, and percussion. While the score is not included, the parts are clearly notated, facilitating efficient rehearsal and performance.