In The Stone (P.Murtha)

Elevate your big band's repertoire with Paul Murtha's advanced arrangement of "In The Stone," a powerful jazz-funk anthem. This 55-page score, complete with individual parts for Alto Sax 1-2, Tenor Sax 1-2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-4, Piano, Bass, Drums, and Guitar, captures the iconic groove of Earth, Wind & Fire with Murtha's signature flair. Expect a vibrant, high-energy chart designed to captivate audiences and showcase your ensemble's precision and soulful expression. Murtha’s arrangement skillfully translates the original’s driving rhythmic patterns and sophisticated harmonic language into a big band setting, featuring a solid funk-infused tempo feel. The chart incorporates dynamic contrasts, from powerful full ensemble passages to potential solo sections that allow for individual improvisation over a rich harmonic backdrop, maintaining the recognizable character of the original composition. Ideal for professional big bands, advanced collegiate ensembles, and top-tier high school jazz programs, "In The Stone (P.Murtha)" is perfectly suited for concerts, jazz festivals, and any event demanding a powerful, recognizable jazz-funk anthem.