Summertime (D.Wolpe)

Immerse your ensemble in the enduring allure of George Gershwin's "Summertime" with this meticulously crafted big band arrangement by Dave Wolpe. This medium-difficulty chart, spanning 40 pages, is designed for professional ensembles and advanced student groups seeking a polished and captivating performance piece. Wolpe's arrangement presents the iconic jazz standard with a sophisticated touch, featuring a rich harmonic palette and classic big band voicings that evoke the golden age of jazz. The arrangement includes full instrumentation with individual parts for Alto Saxophone 1 & 2, Tenor Saxophone 1 & 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums, alongside a comprehensive score. This rendition of "Summertime" incorporates two vocal parts, allowing for versatile performance options and adding depth to the lyrical narrative of Gershwin's beloved opera aria from Porgy and Bess. The arrangement likely features a relaxed, swinging tempo feel, characteristic of many big band interpretations of this standard, and incorporates rhythmic patterns that enhance its jazz sensibility without sacrificing its inherent melodic beauty.