The Ring (B.Mintzer)

Elevate your big band’s repertoire with B. Mintzer’s iconic arrangement of “The Ring,” a sophisticated jazz standard presented here for a full big band ensemble. This professional-grade chart, encompassing 33 pages, offers an exciting and challenging centerpiece ideal for advanced high school, collegiate, or professional big bands performing at concerts, festivals, or competitive events. While the composer of the original standard remains unknown, Mintzer’s masterful arrangement breathes new life into the piece, making it a highly acclaimed and dynamic addition to any program. This medium-difficulty arrangement features a full score for the conductor, with 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. Expect a driving, medium-up tempo feel, characterized by intricate rhythmic interplay between sections and a rich, modern harmonic language.