Who Can I Turn To (P.Jennings)

Elevate your big band's repertoire with Paul Jennings' masterful jazz arrangement of "Who Can I Turn To." This sophisticated rendition breathes new life into the classic jazz standard, offering rich harmonies, dynamic voicings, and a soulful interpretation that will captivate audiences. Jennings’ arrangement for big band, featuring 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, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Drums, is designed for a medium difficulty level, making it accessible for both advanced high school and collegiate ensembles, as well as professional big bands. The arrangement maintains a ballad or slow swing tempo feel, allowing for expressive phrasing and lush ensemble textures. It features well-crafted ensemble passages that highlight Jennings' signature harmonic style, along with opportunities for improvised solos, typically over a clear, lyrical harmonic progression. The rhythmic patterns are idiomatic to the jazz ballad tradition, emphasizing sustained lines and nuanced articulation.