This wonderful arrangement is a thrilling ride from start to finish that keeps the listener guessing despite it sticking closely to a standard Db blues form. A typical Basie introduction sets up the quick tempo before the full band enters. The saxophones handle unison melody duties while being ushered along by some razor-sharp “wah-wah” backgrounds in the brass. Tenor sax solos for four choruses in total, with some backgrounds on the third chorus. This arrangement is for jazz big band. Basie’s piano introduction has been transcribed for your pianist’s convenience.
