Stardust (H.Carmichael)

Elevate your big band's repertoire with this meticulously crafted arrangement of "Stardust" by Hoagy Carmichael, presented here as an authentic big band chart by the composer himself. This iconic jazz standard, originally composed in 1927, transcends generations with its timeless melody and sophisticated harmonic language. This 24-page sheet music set is designed for a standard big band instrumentation including 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, Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums. This medium difficulty arrangement captures the lush, ballad-like tempo feel and rich harmonic textures characteristic of classic jazz standards. The rhythmic patterns are gracefully flowing, emphasizing legato phrasing and a smooth, elegant delivery. The arrangement features well-balanced ensemble passages that showcase the full dynamic range of the big band, from tender pianissimos to soaring fortissimos.