That Old Black Magic (D.Wolpe)

Dave Wolpe’s dynamic big band arrangement of Harold Arlen’s timeless jazz standard "That Old Black Magic" offers a captivating and sophisticated sound designed for advanced ensembles. This professional chart, encompassing 177 pages, is meticulously crafted with a full conductor’s score and individual parts for a complete 17-piece big band, including Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone 1, Tenor Saxophone 2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums. Wolpe’s rendition typically embraces a medium-up swing tempo, maintaining the original’s alluring melodic charm while infusing contemporary big band harmonic voicings and intricate rhythmic interplay between sections. Expect vibrant brass figures punctuated by smooth saxophone lines, creating a rich textural tapestry. The arrangement likely features well-defined ensemble passages, dynamic contrasts ranging from subtle piano sections to powerful full-band climaxes, and strategically placed solo sections, offering improvisational opportunities for key instrumentalists.