The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts)
Composed by Scott Joplin
Arranged by B.Potts
- Ensemble: Big Band
- Style: Jazz Standard
- Pages: 73
- Instruments (17): Reed 1, Reed 2, Reed 3, Reed 4, Reed 5, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trumpet 5, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Trombone 4, Trombone 5, Piano-Bass-Guitar, Drums
- Difficulty: advanced
- Content: Individual Parts
- Format: PDF Download (Instant)
- Price: $24.99
Elevate your big band’s repertoire with B. Potts’ advanced arrangement of Scott Joplin’s iconic "The Maple Leaf Rag." This meticulously crafted chart breathes new life into a foundational piece of American music, originally published in 1899 and widely recognized as a cornerstone of ragtime. Potts’ arrangement for full big band captures the original’s buoyant, march-like tempo feel and syncopated rhythmic patterns, while infusing it with a sophisticated jazz harmonic language suitable for a modern ensemble. The arrangement maintains the classic ragtime structure, featuring distinct, memorable strains, but reimagines them with dynamic big band voicings and intricate counterpoint. Expect a vibrant interplay between sections, with the brass and saxophone sections trading energetic melodic lines and punchy rhythmic figures. This 73-page product includes expertly notated individual parts for 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, ensuring clarity and detail for every musician.
Questions and answers
- What is included in the The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts) PDF?
- The verified current file contains a conductor score and individual parts across 73 pages.
- How many instruments or parts are listed for The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts)?
- The verified instrumentation list contains 17 entries for this Big Band arrangement.
- Who is credited for The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts)?
- Composer: Scott Joplin. Arranger: B.Potts.
- What difficulty is listed for The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts)?
- The verified difficulty level is advanced.
- What style is listed for The Maple Leaf Rag (B.Potts)?
- The catalog lists the style as Jazz Standard.
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- After successful payment, the digital PDF is made available for download. The displayed price is $24.99.
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