Nothin' But the Truth (Jazz Band Gr. 4)

Nothin’ But the Truth will show your audience just how truly talented your band is! Emphasis on section interplay and a swingin’ sax soli are the main features of this chart. Let your soloists shine with chord changes included in every horn part, while composed optional solos are provided for Trombone and Trumpet. Your rhythm section will enjoy laying down a solid groove with a walking bass in four. Add to your Big Band-style library with this catchy tune!

Genre: Jazz Ensemble | # of Players: Standard
Series: Ruby Band Series
Level: 4 | Duration: 3:50

Instrumentation
Transposed Score (8.5"x11" stapled booklet)

Alto Sax 1
Alto Sax 2
Tenor Sax 1
Tenor Sax 2
Bari Sax

B-flat Trumpet 1
B-flat Trumpet 2
B-flat Trumpet 3
B-flat Trumpet 4

Trombone 1
Trombone 2
Trombone 3
Trombone 4 (Bass)

Electric Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drum Set

Program Notes
Nothin’ But the Truth is a medium-tempo swing chart emphasizing extensive melodic interplay between sections. The saxes are featured in a soli that is fun for players while demonstrating both the sound and feel of drop-two voicing. All horn parts include chord changes for optional improvising during the solo section, while optional composed solos are included for Trombone and Trumpet.