Complete Instrumentation
All Parts for “Take the "A" Train” — Marching Band
You're viewing the Quad-Toms part for Take the "A" Train by Billy Strayhorn , arranged by Shane Porter. Below is the work's full instrumentation — every individual part is available as a PDF download, or get the complete conductor score and parts as a set.
Composer
Billy Strayhorn
Arranger
Shane Porter
Grade / Level
Grade: 3 (Medium)
Ensemble
Marching Band
Individual Parts
23 + Score
Woodwinds 5 parts
Brass 5 parts
Strings 1 part
Percussion 5 parts
Other 7 parts
Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Quad-Toms$3.00
Individual part · PDF
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Keyboard/Synthesizer$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Drumset$3.00
Individual part · PDF
Frequently asked questions
What instruments are included in “Take the "A" Train”?
This Marching Band arrangement includes 23 individual parts: Flute, 1st B-flat Clarinet, E-flat Alto Saxophone, Optional Alto Sax, E-flat Baritone Saxophone, 1st B-flat Trumpet, 2nd B-flat Trumpet, 1st F Horn, Horn in B flat, Tuba, Electric Bass, Mallets, Snare Drum, Tonal Bass Drum, Cymbals, Auxiliary Percussion, Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef, Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef, Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef, Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef, Quad-Toms, Keyboard/Synthesizer, Drumset. A conductor score is also available separately.
Can I buy a single instrument part instead of the full set?
Yes. Every individual instrument part is available as a separate PDF download for $3.00. This is perfect for replacing a misplaced page or adding extra stands for your section without purchasing the complete set.
What grade level is “Take the "A" Train”?
“Take the "A" Train” is rated Grade: 3 (Medium), written for Marching Band.
How many copies of each part come with the full set?
The full set includes the following quantities:
| Part | Copies |
|---|---|
| Conductor Score | 1 |
| Flute | 6 |
| 1st B-flat Clarinet | 6 |
| E-flat Alto Saxophone | 3 |
| Optional Alto Sax | 1 |
| E-flat Baritone Saxophone | 1 |
| 1st B-flat Trumpet | 4 |
| 2nd B-flat Trumpet | 4 |
| 1st F Horn | 2 |
| Horn in B flat | 2 |
| Tuba | 2 |
| Electric Bass | 1 |
| Mallets | 2 |
| Snare Drum | 3 |
| Tonal Bass Drum | 2 |
| Cymbals | 2 |
| Auxiliary Percussion | 1 |
| Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Bass Clef | 3 |
| Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Bass Clef | 3 |
| Low Brass & Woodwinds #1 - Treble Clef | 2 |
| Low Brass & Woodwinds #2 - Treble Clef | 2 |
| Quad-Toms | 2 |
| Keyboard/Synthesizer | 2 |
| Drumset | 1 |
How are the parts delivered?
Individual parts are available as instant PDF downloads that you can print as many times as you need. The complete set (Take the "A" Train: Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.