Smokin' (M.Barone)

Ignite your big band with Mike Barone's electrifying arrangement of "Smokin'!" This 88-page jazz chart delivers a high-energy, contemporary sound perfect for advanced ensembles. Barone's masterful hand transforms this "Jazz Standard" into a powerful showcase, ideal for professional big bands and top-tier collegiate jazz programs seeking a challenging yet rewarding performance piece. The arrangement is characterized by its driving, up-tempo swing feel, propelled by a dynamic rhythm section. Intricate horn lines weave through a harmonically sophisticated landscape, showcasing Barone's signature voicings that are both modern and deeply rooted in the big band tradition. Expect compelling ensemble passages that demand precision and tight articulation from all sections. This arrangement of "Smokin'" features ample opportunities for soloists, with designated solo sections for various instruments, allowing your star players to shine within the larger ensemble framework. Dynamic contrasts are expertly crafted throughout, building tension and release that will captivate audiences.