Ain't Worth The Squeeze

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Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Trumpet in Bb 3, Trumpet in Bb 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Double Bass, Drums — "Ain’t Worth the Squeeze" is a toe tapping, hard swinging romp built on a classic C blues form. It leans into the big band tradition of humor, swagger, and surprise, where every riff and shout chorus brings a wink and a grin. The title says it all: sometimes the juice just is not worth the squeeze, but the band is sure going to have a good time trying. The piece pays homage to the sound of mid century swing and bop, giving players plenty of room to stretch out and audiences a reason to smile

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