The Summerwind (D.Tanner)

Bring the timeless swing of Frank Sinatra's "Summerwind" to life with Dave Tanner's expertly crafted big band arrangement, "The Summerwind (D.Tanner)." This classic jazz standard, originally composed by Heinz Meier, Hans Bradtke, and Johnny Mercer, is presented in a sophisticated medium-difficulty chart, ideal for both advanced educational ensembles and professional big bands. Tanner's arrangement captures the relaxed, mid-tempo swing feel synonymous with the song, featuring a rich harmonic palette and characteristic big band rhythmic figures that evoke the golden age of vocal jazz. The arrangement is suitable for a wide range of performance settings, from formal concert halls and jazz festivals to more intimate club gigs and educational showcases, offering a captivating centerpiece for any program. This comprehensive arrangement includes a full score and parts for a standard big band instrumentation: 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.