Tenor Mandess (F.Boland)

Elevate your big band’s repertoire with Francy Boland’s iconic arrangement of Sonny Rollins’ "Tenor Madness," a quintessential jazz standard. This meticulously crafted chart for a full 17-piece ensemble (Alto Saxophone 1 & 2, Tenor Saxophone 1 & 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums) delivers an authentic swing feel, perfect for professional ensembles and advanced collegiate jazz orchestras. Boland’s masterful hand is evident in the arrangement’s sophisticated harmonic voicings and driving rhythmic patterns, characteristic of the European big band tradition. While the original composition is by Sonny Rollins, Boland’s interpretation transforms it into a dynamic showcase for the full ensemble. This advanced-difficulty arrangement navigates "Tenor Madness" with a medium-up tempo feel, offering ample opportunities for improvisation within designated solo sections, particularly for the tenor saxophones, honoring the original recording's spirit. Expect rich ensemble passages, carefully orchestrated dynamic contrasts, and engaging call-and-response figures between sections.