I need a head.

[Mosh]

So I'm having an audition for the high school jazz band and one of the requirements is to play the head of a blues song and I was wondering if anyone here has any suggestions on good Blues heads? I have a few in mind already. Also I play saxophone so they would have to sound good on the sax.

 

[czgibson]

St. Louis Blues is a good one with a few different sections. Good opportunity to show some versatility.

Straight No Chaser has some delightful chromatic lines.

Bags' Groove is nice and easy, but it may be a bit repetitive (it's all about the solos when doing that tune).

Angel Eyes doesn't use a standard blues progression but still has a real bluesy flavour.

 

[Mosh]

Thanks for the suggestions. I might do the first one. Also we're required to play SNC.

 

[Forostar]

I am not giving head.