Product Description
Highway to Hell Big Band Arrangement (AC/DC)
Instrumentation: 5 Saxes 4 Trumpets 4 Trombones Guitar Piano Electric Bass Drum Kit
Level: Medium (Grade 4) Full Score + 17 Parts 120 Bars (approx.)
Ignite your bands energy with this bold and rock-solid Big Band arrangement of AC/DCs legendary Highway to Hell. Designed for school ensembles, community bands, and professional groups alike, this chart delivers a tight, groove-based experience that captures the raw spirit of the original while remaining accessible and well-structured for rehearsals and concerts.
Features:
17 clearly notated parts, professionally engraved in 300 DPI resolution
(Alto 12, Tenor 12, Bari, Trumpets 14, Trombones 14, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums)
Accurate articulations and dynamics throughout ideal for teaching stylistic phrasing
Melody passed between sections (e.g. saxes, trumpets, guitar), creating contrast and variety
Consistent rock groove with notated drum part (no ad-lib necessary)
Compact form: ~120 bars perfect for rehearsals and concert planning
Written in B major, with clear roadmap sections and well-marked cues
Guitar and Rhythm Section:
Rhythm guitar part includes distortion and groove indicators
Piano is fully notated but can be comped freely if preferred
Electric bass is written out with driving 8th-note lines
Drum kit part includes fills, groove patterns, and ensemble figures no improvisation required
Educational & Practical Use:
Excellent for teaching rock ensemble blend, tight section work, and form awareness
No extreme ranges playable by high school and advanced middle school groups
Ideal for festivals, spring concerts, or themed rock night programs
Whats included:
Full conductor score (transposed)
17 separate parts (PDF format)
All files bundled in a convenient ZIP archive
File format: Professionally engraved PDFs, exported at 300 DPI
Approximate duration: 3:00 min
Total length: ca. 120 bars
If you're looking for a powerful, well-crafted and playable chart that brings a rock anthem to your jazz band repertoire this is it. Let your audience know you're on the Highway to Hell Big Band style.
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