Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay (D.Wolpe)
Composed by Otis Redding, Steve Cropper
Arranged by Dave Wolpe
- Ensemble: Big Band
- Style: Jazz Standard
- Pages: 38
- Instruments (16): 1st Eb Alto Sax, 2nd Eb Alto Sax, 1st Bb Tenor Sax, 2nd Bb Tenor Sax, Eb Baritone Sax, C Flute (Optional), 1st Bb Trumpet, 2nd Bb Trumpet, 3rd Bb Trumpet, 1st Trombone, 2nd Trombone, 3rd Trombone, Bass, Piano, Drums, Guitar
- Difficulty: medium
- Content: Individual Parts
- Format: PDF Download (Instant)
- Price: $24.99
Elevate your big band repertoire with Dave Wolpe's expertly crafted arrangement of Otis Redding and Steve Cropper's iconic jazz standard, "Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay." This sophisticated big band chart breathes new life into the soulful original, presenting a medium-difficulty arrangement perfectly suited for both advancing high school and collegiate jazz ensembles, as well as professional big bands seeking a crowd-pleasing, engaging performance piece. Wolpe’s arrangement captures the relaxed, reflective tempo feel of the original, likely featuring a medium-slow swing or even a straight eighth-note groove in a laid-back pop-jazz style, allowing for expressive melodic phrasing and a rich harmonic palette that tastefully expands upon the blues-infused R&B roots. The arrangement is thoughtfully scored for full big band instrumentation, including Alto Saxophone 1 & 2, Tenor Saxophone 1 & 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums, ensuring a robust and authentic sound. This 38-page score provides a comprehensive overview for the conductor, guiding the ensemble through Wolpe’s dynamic contrasts and well-placed ensemble passages.
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- What is included in the Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay (D.Wolpe) PDF?
- The verified current file contains a conductor score and individual parts across 38 pages.
- How many instruments or parts are listed for Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay (D.Wolpe)?
- The verified instrumentation list contains 16 entries for this Big Band arrangement.
- Who is credited for Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay (D.Wolpe)?
- Composer: Otis Redding, Steve Cropper. Arranger: Dave Wolpe.
- What difficulty is listed for Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay (D.Wolpe)?
- The verified difficulty level is medium.
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- The catalog lists the style as Jazz Standard.
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