That’s All for little big band with vocal arrangement by Bill Fulton

Description

Bring a fresh, sophisticated energy to your ensemble with this That’s All little big band arrangement by composer and arranger Bill Fulton. Originating from an inspired musical concept by Bernie Meisinger, this version reimagines the beloved Great American Songbook standard as a rich, swinging jazz waltz in 3/4 time. Tailored specifically for small jazz ensembles, this chart delivers a full, lush horn sound while leaving ample sonic space for a featured vocalist.

About This That’s All Little Big Band Arrangement

Written by Alan Brandt and Bob Haymes in 1952, “That’s All” has been recorded by legendary artists such as Nat King Cole and Mel Tormé. While traditional arrangements often stick to standard 4/4 ballad tempos, this modern setting incorporates an engaging 3/4 jazz waltz groove. The chart balances nuanced dynamic shading with tight four-horn section voicings, giving mid-sized groups the harmonic depth of a full 17-piece orchestra.

Instrumentation and Score Details

This 4-horn plus rhythm section chart is meticulously voiced to ensure solid balance and lead-line clarity for intermediate to advanced ensembles:

• Vocal Lead: Male vocal (adaptable to medium-range vocalists)
• Woodwinds: Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone
• Brass: Trumpet, Trombone
• Rhythm Section: Guitar, Piano/Keyboard, Upright/Electric Bass, Drums
• Style & Feel: Medium Jazz Waltz (3/4 time)

Performance Notes & Rehearsal Tips

The success of this arrangement relies on the interaction between the rhythm section and the horn backgrounds. The rhythm section should maintain a fluid, light waltz feel without overplaying on beat one. The four horns act both as a supportive choir behind the vocal melody and as a driving ensemble during interlude figures. Piano and guitar chord voicings are clearly notated to avoid harmonic clash with the horns.

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Product Specifications

• Format: Digital Download (Printable PDF Score and Parts)
• Arranger: Bill Fulton (concept by Bernie Meisinger)
• Level: Medium-Advanced / Professional / College

Instrumentation:

• Vocal
• Alto sax
• Tenor sax
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• Guitar
• Piano/Keyboard
• Bass
• Drums

Genre: jazz waltz