Woodchopper's Ball (Jazz Ensemble)

(Authentic Woody Herman Edition)
Arranger: Joe Bishop
Composer: Woody Herman
Professional Editions – Grade 5
Series: Professional Editions Jazz Ensemble

Few big band standards have a recognizable hook as strong as this time–tested Woody Herman theme song. Here's the authentic edition opening with the famous ensemble riff followed by a parade of soloists. The full ensemble closes it out with the trademark half-step modulations. The swing era at its best!

Instrumentation:
Full Score
1st Eb Alto Sax
2nd Eb Alto Sax
1rs Bb Tenor Sax
2nd Bb Tenor Sax
Eb Baritone Sax
1st Bb Trumpet
2nd Bb Trumpet
3rd Bb Trumpet
4th Bb Trumpet
5th Trumpet
1st Trombone
2nd Trombone
3rd Trombone
4th Trombone
Piano
Guitar
Bass
Drums

Audio Sample

• Woody Herman Woodchopper's Ball DVD - 40%
• Woody Herman Band 1962 & 1963 DVD - 30%
• Woodchopper's Ball Jazz Ensemble - 30%
• Early Autumn Jazz Ensemble - 30%
• Woody Herman and his Swingin' Herd DVD - 15%