Composed by Vuono. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2011-01). Score and set of parts. Composed 2011. Duration 3 minutes, 37 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4042-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4042-00).
Take a catchy melody, add a clever set of chord changes, and top it all off with tight oh-so-swinging ensemble writing, and it all adds up to one tremendously fun and musical experience from the trusted pen of composer/arranger Rob Vuono, Jr.! Hook, Line, and Swinger cooks from beginning to end and, not coincidentally, offers a great hook, plenty of hip lines, and swing to spare. The brass ranges are modest, and the tempo is flexible; the chart works beautifully at a leisurely 160 or an edgier 180, so the choice is yours. Solos are for Alto Sax, Trumpet, and Piano, but the solo section may be extended, so this piece works beautifully as an opener, closer, or featured piece for concert and contest. An added vibe part is provided for an extra dash of cool, but is totally optional. Hook, Line, and Swinger is a refreshing and exciting chart that is fun to play as well as listen to, and is sure to be a mainstay in any library!
