Playing melody in thirds, fourths, etc.

[AllanAllen]

When it's that specific, it's either A. What the overall sound is based on what the horns are playing or B. The composer being very specific.

Big band chart A. is your answer.

But at any rate, I see that in a big band situation, and I'm playing an F# and a C.

I grabbed 3x23xx but tried to hit the middle only, since G is a natural 5th. I need to start practicing grips without my root security blanket.