Composer
Arranger
Category
Big Band
Level
Medium
Style
Blues
Ranges
Duration
6:44
Description
Tricky triplet rhythms abound in this blues with a bridge set over a shuffle feel. Commissioned by UNI audio engineer Tom Barry to feature himself with his two nephews (the three Barrys), alto 1 and trumpet 5 solo over traditional Bb Blues changes. An interlude over the bridge changes switches up the groove to an Afro-Cuban feel, which is retained for the tenor 1 solo, which returns to the Bb blues, but adding minor third substitutions in the turnaround. A sneaky ensemble passage captures the Henry Mancini sound before intensifying to the climax. Fun material for each member of the band.
Instrumentation
Standard Big Band (5/5/4/4)