Hook, Line and Swinger

Take a catchy melody, add a clever set of chord changes, and top it all off with tight, oh-so-swingin' ensemble writing, and it all adds up to one tremendously fun and musical experience! Hook, Line and Swinger cooks from beginning to end and, not coincidentally, offers a great hook, plenty of hip lines, and swing to spare. The brass ranges are modest, and the tempo is flexible; it works beautifully at a leisurely 160 or an edgier 180, so the choice is yours. The written or improvised solos are for alto sax, trumpet and piano, but the solo section may be extended, so this chart works great as an opener, closer, or featured piece for concert and contest. An added vibe part is provided for an extra dash of cool, but is totally optional. This is a refreshing and exciting chart that is fun to play and hear, and is sure to become a mainstay in any library. For maximum effect, pay close attention to the dynamics. Highly recommended!