Stan's Plan

Stan's Plan features a rock/fusion groove and is inspired by the harmonies of Stan Kenton's Artistry in Rhythm as interpreted by the Brecker Brothers. After an intensely funky eight bar ensemble intro, the chart settles into a hip fusion groove where the melody unfolds through layered textures. An emphatic ensemble sendoff sets up a screaming heavy metal guitar solo which is followed by a more fusion-based tenor sax solo. The sax section is featured next with commentary from the brass before the melody reappears in high fashion. The ending is a nod to the Kenton band theatrics, with a quote from Artistry in Rhythm's trombone section finale. The trumpet range is to written high D, and the tempo is around 114 bpm. Terrific festival or contest chart!