What'd I Say (R.Stitzel)

Ignite your big band with Rick Stitzel's electrifying arrangement of "What'd I Say," the iconic jazz standard by an unknown composer, expertly tailored for a full big band ensemble. This 48-page jazz chart captures the soulful groove and driving energy of the original, infused with a classic R&B-influenced jazz style. Stitzel’s arrangement features authentic voicings for the full instrumentation of Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums, and Guitar. Musicians will appreciate the medium difficulty level, offering engaging challenges without overwhelming complexity, making it suitable for both educational ensembles and professional big bands. The arrangement maintains a lively, medium-fast tempo feel, characterized by syncopated rhythmic patterns and blues-infused harmonic language throughout. This arrangement of "What'd I Say" is designed for maximum impact, incorporating exciting solo opportunities and dynamic ensemble passages that showcase the full power of the big band.