This is a sample collection of original and unique arrangements for Christian Big Bands. All arrangements are for 544 plus basic rhythm. Some arrangements have separate guitar and drum parts, but not all. Often there are cues in the rhythm parts for guitar and drum. On occasion there is some doubling of the saxes on flute and clarinet and soprano sax. There is also some added percussion on some tunes. Check the scores to see the instrumentation.
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Reminicsent of a high school fight song big band bash. This is a fun a rousing tune. Options for open solos.
Midi track available of the chart
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 544 Pi Rhy
HR1477
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano/Lead with chords for rhythm section. This also includes a SATB choir part. This is simply the chorus of this great American song. This can used as an instrumental feature or can be used as a singalong with audience or congregation or just with band and choir. Very patriotic with a majestic feel.
Medium
NA
AWESOME GOD FlBnd Feature
HR1217
Based on the solo sax Sam Levine version from "Sweet Affirmation" This is a great and emotive big band arrangement.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
With a pop 4 feel this is a dynamic and moving version of this glorious hymn. It is great as an instrumental version but you may find people beginning to sing-a-long with it. some doublings on flute and clarinet. Optional strings available.
Based on the Big Bad Voodoo Daddys version from "Everything You Want for Christmas" Reminiscent of the old style big band ideas. Works as both an instrumental and vocal solo.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
BREATHE FlBnd Feature
HR1252
Reflective to grand back to simple is the description of this precious version of Breathe.
No recording available.
COHAN FINALE - Full Band
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Give My Regards to Broadway
Youre a Grand Ole Flag
HR697
This is a challenging tribute to George M. Cohan. It includes Yankee Doodle Dandy, Give My Regards to Broadway, and Youre a Grand Ole Flag. A great patriotic production.
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano and chords for rhythm section. This arrangement was inspired by Michael W. Smiths version of "Crown Him with Many Crowns" from his recording "Ill Lead You Home" It is very celebrative and fun to play. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the groove taken from Michael W. Smiths version. Its short, only 20 seconds but should give you the idea of the groove for your rhythm players.
Medium
No - Audio sample of the groove
CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS Rev. Ver.
HR034
Instrumental Feature. Based on the Michael W. Smith recording on "Ill Lead You Home". His is a vocal version. This is an instrumental feature
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS W/ REJOICE THE LORD IS KING (Ver #3)
HR212
Based on the Promise Keepers medley of the same name. Here the band is the accompaniment for vocals. For congregation or ensemble
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
A Fun Original Big Band Tune with a Latin middle section for instrumental solos
Recording of this arrangement is available
GO DADDY O (V113pc)
HR218
Based on the Big Bad Voodoo Daddies tune but for full big band.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
GOD BLESS AMERICA 13pc
HR544
A fanfare style accompaniment for congregational singing. More traditional in nature
NA
No recording
GOD BLESS AMERICA 544 Piano/Rhy
HR1454
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano/Lead with chords for rhythm section. This also includes a SATB choir part. This is simply the chorus of this great American song performed twice. This can used as an instrumental feature or can be used as a singalong with audience or congregation or just with band and choir. Very patriotic with fanfare and flair.
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano and lead sheet with chords for rhythm section. This has a 60’s feel that does allow for soloists to cut loose! The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the original recording. You will note that the recording begins differently that the chart. There are an additional 4 bars on the recording and it begins with guitar and congas.
There are other versions with smaller instrumental configurations of this arrangement available. Contact us for more information or check out the web site.
Medium Difficult
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Arranged for SAT vocals (feature) and 2 alto saxes; 1 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 3 trumpets; 3 trombones; Piano and lead sheet with chords for rhythm section. This has a “new swing feel” that does allow for soloists to cut loose! The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the original vocal. This arrangement is the vocal feature version. There is an instrumental only version available (HR1476).
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Difficult
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Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano and lead sheet with chords for rhythm section. This has a “new swing feel” that does allow for soloists to cut loose! The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the original recording which is a vocal feature version (SAT). This arrangement is an instrumental feature version and is not intended to be used with vocals. There is a separate version with vocals (HR1434).
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Difficult
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Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano with lead sheet & chords for the rhythm section. This has a latin Bossa Nova feel! Very Fun! The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of a live recording. The mix is not the best but you will get the idea of the arrangement.
Medium Difficult
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Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; lead sheet for rhythm section. This arrangement also included solo lead parts for Bb and Eb and optional 3 part worship team vocal SAT . This is great for simple reflective moments in church using instrumental solos as the base. The arrangement does climax with a strong celebrative trumpet solo. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the original recording.
Medium
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A more traditional driving version accompaniment for congregation or vocal ensemble with hot horn parts.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
LORD, I LIFT YOUR NAME ON HIGH swing
HR254
A swing version in the style of the "new swing" this is a great accompaniment for congregation or vocal ensemble. This has a large instrumental section and can be opened for solos. Very unique and fresh
Recording of this arrangement is available
NOTHING BUT EVERYTHING
HR113
Based on an Eric Marienthal tune from "Street Dance" with alto sax solo and full big band back up, this is a driving pop rock arrangement. There are no vocals with this arrangement.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
O GOD, OUR HELP IN AGES PAST
HR562
More traditional an almost symphonic the instrumentation includes some doubling of the saxes. But this is a very majestic and powerful accompaniment for singers.
Based on the Sam Levine from his "Sweet Affirmation" CD this is a great instrumental feature with baritone sax solo and lots of options for saxes to solo.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
OLD HYMNS MADE NEW
- VOL 1
OHMN1
A collection of great hymns with new contemporary styles suitable for worship singing. Lead sheets and piano vocal scores for worship teams are included. There are 34 hymns in dozens of styles, featuring the syles of Big Daddy Weave, David Crowder, Fernando Ortega, Jars of Clay, and others. Musical genres include Celtic, ethereal, driving rock, hip-hop, jazz, pop, swing and more.
No recording available
$9.95
PEOPLE GET READY (Curtis Mayfield)
HR1123
Based on the original Curtis Mayfield version this is an accompaniment for vocal solo. This also has alto saxes doubling on flutes.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano/Lead with chords for rhythm section. This is a great simple head improvisational piece. This means that the melody is played by the instruments and then instrumentalists can solo on the melody progressions. Then at the end all return for one last time through the melody. This is a great piece for younger players and more inexperienced players to try their hand at improvisation. Solo lead sheets are also include for Bb, Eb, and C bass instruments. This is a fun and celebrative arrangement and can open a service with great flair. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the arrangement. Separate higher quality Mp3 audio files can be purchased for $1.25 by emailing harkup@gmail.com
There are other versions with smaller instrumental configurations of this arrangement available. Contact us for more information or check out the web site.
Easy Medium
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STAR-SPANGLED BANNER
(3 PART WOMEN)
SSB-SSA
This is an acappella version of "The Star Spangled Banner" as sung by the Dixie Chicks for a past Super Bowl... and recorded on their "Shut Up and Sing" DVD documentary. This is sheet music arranged in SSA parts for three women - nice close harmony exactly as the Dixie chicks sang it. It is in 3 different keys - F, Gb and G.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 1 tenor sax; 1 baritone sax; 3 trumpets; 3 trombones; Piano and chords for rhythm section and guitar. It based on the chorus “The Steadfast Love of the Lord” with an upbeat celebration feel. This arrangement has a 60s 2beat feel reminiscent of the old Kmart Boxer Boy commercial. It is very celebrative and fun to play. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio MIDI track file of the arrangement. There is also options for open solos.
Medium Difficult
Midi synth track of the chart!
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Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano with chords for rhythm section. This is a wonderful trumpet solo feature with big band accompaniment. This is a very popular arrangement and allows a gifted trumpet player to shine. There is also an optional part for congregation to sing the final tag making this a truly moving arrangement. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of a live performance of the arrangement.
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Medium for band Medium Difficult for soloist
Live recording
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THE PREACHER AND THE BEAR
HR984
A fun 30s style big band accompaniment for vocal solo. A tongue twister for the vocalist. Some doubling on clarinet for tenor sax.
Live recording of this arrangement available
THE WONDERFUL CROSS
HR871
Based on Michael W. Smiths version found on his Worship CD this is a contemporary big band accompaniment for congregation or worship team.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
THERE SHE STANDS
HR870
Based on Michael W. Smiths version from "Worship Again" This is a vocal solo with horns accompaniment and added percussion
NA
Original recording that the arrangement is based on available
Based on the original Janet Paschal solo from her Christmas CD. A true big band style chart accompaniment for vocal solo. Some extra percussion parts (vibes) optional
NA
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
TOGETHER AGAIN
HR1146
Based on Dave Kozs version from "The Dance" this is smooth jazz at its best. A soprano sax solo is central. A fun and up lifting tune.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
Based on the hammond organ player Jimmy Smits version from "Christmas Cookin". This allows for a great hammond organ solo. Traditional beginning to a fun middle and ending.
Original recording available that arrangement is based on
Arranged for 2 alto saxes; 2 tenor saxes; 1 baritone sax; 4 trumpets; 4 trombones; Piano/Lead with chords for rhythm section. This arrangement also included solo lead parts for Bb, Eb, and bass clef C instruments. and optional lead vocal. This also includes the original transcribed instrumental solos for trumpet and trombone from the recording and simplified versions for trumpet and trombone. This is a great to feature your soloists. It uses instrumental solos as the base. The arrangement does climax with a strong celebrative alto sax solo. The Pdf file with the charts also includes an imbedded audio file of the original recording.
Medium
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WILL THE CIRCLE BE UNBROKEN w/GOSPEL SHIP
HR1263
A big band accompaniment for TTBB mens quartet. This medley is good old gospel