Gordon Goodwin

From the Grammy-nominated CD Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences this monster chart takes a somewhat sideways glance at the style of Sing Sing Sing then goes way over the line! Featured soloists on theoriginal included Eddie Daniels and Arturo Sandoval. This one is hot!!

Hot Latin sounds from Gordon Goodwin's Grammy-nominated CD Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences! Flute and trumpet are featured in the beginning on the playful melody but the entire ensemble gets a chance to cut loose on thispowerful chart. Includes solos for alto and trombone.

Comme réalisée par Little Phat Band de Gordon Goodwin, l'instrumentation est sax ténor, trompette, trombone, piano, guitare, basse (électrique), et à la batterie. Une rainure latine avec des motifs montuno par la section rythmique, ce tableau s'anime et reste concentré d'énergie. Le tempo est de 125 BPM et les pièces en laiton sont exigeants. Toutes les pièces ont un espace en solo. Hot Latin. / Ensemble De Jazz

This is really a powerhouse of a piece! Hard-driving rock’n roll at a high tempo with the Jazz Police at the heels… Please note the dynamics. Tempo and good articulation is a very big part of the energy of this piece. Fortissimo first appears at bar 113. A useful tip: It’s possible to practice this one also at lower dynamic levels.

Comme réalisée par Little Phat Band de Gordon Goodwin, l'instrumentation est sax ténor, trompette, trombone, piano, guitare, basse (acoustique), et la batterie. Celui-ci est un remaniement funky et le tempo est d'environ 170 BPM avec un certain contrepoint très intelligent. Toutes les pièces ont un espace en solo. / Ensemble De Jazz

Titles are: Swingin' for the Fences * La Almeja Pequena * Hunting Wabbits * Whodunnit? * Count Bubbas Revenge * Get in Line * Horn of Puente * The Jazz Police * High Maintenance * Cut 'n Run.

Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band is one of the hottest (and coolest) jazz bands ever! Mike Story has crafted one of their most popular tunes into a version that any band can play. All of the excitement and drive from the original are present in this great chart. Check it out! (1:50) / Marching Band

Fax is an easy swing tune with an open solo section. The instrumentation is soprano (optional alto 1 part included), alto 2, tenor 1, tenor 2, and baritone. Rhythm parts are guitar, piano, bass, and drums.

In the style of Nestico and Basie, this medium swing chart is full of nuances. Includes solo space for all saxes, trumpet 4, and trombone 1. At 110 BPM, this is truly a wonderful chart that will satisfy any mature band, as recorded by the Big Phat Band. (4:30) / Ensemble De Jazz

Introducing a first-of-its-kind DVD audio experience! Compatible with all DVD players Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band takes the listener through ten of Gordon's big band charts with amazing performances and stunning6-channel sound. Featuring some of the leading jazz musicians on today's scene the Grammy-nominated “Swingin For The Fences” presents big band jazz in an exciting new audio environment where the listener feels as ifhe were actually sitting among the musicians as they play. Includes: Sing Sang Sung Count Bubba Samba Del Gringo Bach 2-Part Invention in D Minor I Remember Swingin' for the Fences Mueva Los Huesos (Shake Your Bones) SecondChances There's the Rub and A Few Good Men. Additional features included on the DVD: 14-minute “behind the scenes” video • bios and photos • optional commentary by Gordon Goodwin as the music plays •transcribed solos.

Gordon Goodwin's 'Absoludicrous' is a totally hip and fun chart played at 120 BPM. The electric piano will sound great on the funky piano introduction. Written solos are provided for alto / bari, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. The lead trumpet range is up to written high C. Auxiliary percussion, flute, and vibes part provided. A hit for any show! (6:04) / Ensemble De Jazz