Tweet Fatigue: 2nd B-flat Trumpet

Goodwin's writing style is instantly recognizable: clever harmonic turns, quirky ensemble textures, and infectious groove that keeps students engaged without condescending to them. The straight-eighth feel into rock groove gives this chart genuine contemporary energy while the acapella saxophone introduction immediately captures attention and sets up the ensemble for success.

Tweet Fatigue opens with spare, angular saxophone writing that feels like a conversation among sections before erupting into a groove-heavy rock feel. Goodwin's quirky harmonic language keeps the ear engaged throughout, making the five-and-a-half-minute duration feel both economical and substantial.

High school jazz ensembles with solid fundamentals and at least one section of capable soloists. The Grade 3.5 difficulty demands clean articulation and harmonic awareness, making this ideal for groups that have moved beyond basic jazz reading into interpretation and groove.

• Lock the straight-eighth feel from the very beginning of the sax introduction; this establishes the groove's foundation before the rhythm section enters.
• Balance the saxophone voicings carefully during the opening passage so each voice projects without muddying the chord colors.
• Work with your rhythm section to nail the pocket around 126 BPM; the rock groove demands precision but also pocket space for the soloists.
• Assign sample solos strategically among your section players and have backups prepared so multiple students experience solo time.

This works beautifully as a concert closer or standout mid-set selection where you want contemporary energy without sacrificing musical substance. Pair it with one or two other Goodwin big band charts to showcase his distinctive voice across an entire set.

• Reading and executing straight-eighth feel
• Locking ensemble rhythm in rock-influenced grooves
• Trading solos across multiple instrument ranges (C, B-flat, E-flat, trombone)
• Executing quirky harmonic changes and voicing clarity
• Managing dynamic contrast between sparse and dense ensemble textures