Description
Off the 1962 album “Takin’ Off,” here is a unique twist on Herbie Hancock’s “Driftin’.” The melody is reharmonized, but the saxophone soli and solo section retain the original chord changes.
Instrumentation:
- 8 brass (4 trumpet, 3 tenor trombone, 1 bass trombone)
- 5 saxophones (2 alto, 2 tenor, 1 baritone)
- Rhythm section (guitar, piano, bass, drum set)
Brass Ranges:
- Trumpet 1 range to concert Eb6
- Trombone 1 to A4
Solos:
- Tenor Sax
- Trumpet
- Rhythm Section
- Any others in the band could play, it is the standard Driftin’ chord changes
Additional information
| Ensemble Type | |
|---|---|
| Grade Level | |
| Woodwind Doubles | No |
| Style | Contemporary, Swing |
