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POP CHARTS / BIG BAND STANDARDS
H The Incredibles (Medley)—Michael Giacchino/
arr. Stephen Bulla. Mix the stylish spy music
from the 1960s with a dose of cool jazz and
you have a winning combination for jazz
ensemble. From the Pixar hit animated movie,
here's a high-energy and entertaining chart
that captures the essence of the soundtrack
perfectly, with three themes from the movie
that offer a ton of variety and entertainment!
A middle section in a jazz waltz style is framed
by exciting rock styles that will be appealing
to both audiences and developing players.
Highly recommended!
2480196 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
He Isn't She Lovely?—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Recorded by Stevie Wonder in 1976
on his acclaimed album Songs in the Key of
Life, this beautiful song is a good example of
combining elements of jazz with pop. Keeping
the same easy-flowing shuffle groove of the
original, Mike Tomaro adapts this very nicely for
the contemporary big band!
10462702 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
e Make Me Smile—James Pankow/arr. John
Wasson. One of the first tunes to put the group
Chicago on the map was this early rocker from
1970. John Wasson stays true to the original
in this outstanding version for jazz ensemble
that features solos for alto sax, guitar, and
all the signature horn licks. Suggested solos
are included along with chord/scale sheets
in all keys.
10297505 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
e Motown Tribute—arr. Eric Richards. The music
of Motown continues to stand the test of time
with catchy melodies and well-constructed
songs. Here's a well-crafted and entertaining
production number that features I Heard It
Through the Grapevine; My Girl and Dancing
in the Streets. Included is an open solo section
during Dancing in the Streets with written
samples for alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone.
10960650 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
He Over the Rainbow—Harold Arlen/arr. Alan
Baylock. Do you have two trumpet players to
showcase? Here is a ballad everybody knows,
scored as a trumpet duet feature. Everything is
written, no improvised solos, the lead trumpet
range is to C above the staff and the second
part is to written A. Lyrical and melodic, this
chart is a sure-fire crowd pleaser impeccably
arranged by Alan Baylock! Optional expanded
instrumentation.
10093177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
He Pick Up the Pieces—arr. Victor Lopez. It's
funk/rock... you know it, you love it! The tune
is infectious, the arrangement is right on target
with no individual solos but plenty of section
and ensemble work. The sax soli is crazy hot
and the lead trumpet range is to written A above
the staff. Lots of unison lines, some fun bari
sax licks and a very hip stop-time interlude that
really cooks. This arrangement really works for
this tune! Consider this chart a winner! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10068806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
He September—arr. Mark Taylor. Here's the
classic funk tune from Earth, Wind & Fire in a
terrific arrangement for big band by Mark Taylor.
This one includes all your favorite signature horn
riffs as well as a solo for tenor sax.
10016127 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
He Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Michael Moss-
man. In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in his prime
and Sir Duke was on top of the charts. Michael
Philip Mossman takes this familiar hit and adds
his own unique touch. The opening features the
brass with sax section fills. The middle section
goes into a double-time swing and includes
a solo for tenor sax, a soli for the saxes, and a
drum break. All the familiar lines from the original
are there too! Suggested solos are included
along with scale/chord sheets in all keys. Highly
recommended!
10297508 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
He Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Mike Tomaro weaves this funk classic by Stevie
Wonder through a series of new twists and turns,
but he is careful to preserve the great groove
and signature horn riffs of the original. There are
featured solos for alto and trumpet in this style
defining hit that sets the pace for the genre!
2481654 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
e Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha.
Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs
of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns N' Roses
features familiar melodies and a relentless
drive throughout. Paul Murtha's hard-hitting
arrangement uses the saxes on the lead and the
brass on the signature riffs, along with terrific
interplay within the ensemble. There's a brief
written or improvised solo for alto sax. Rock the
stage with this one! Highly recommended!
10343785 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
e What a Wonderful World—Douglas & Weiss/
arr. Alan Baylock. Alan Baylock sets this
wonderful tune in a sultry 12/8 groove played at
about 72 bpm, making it feel lazy and relaxed.
There are no solos, just sweet ensemble writing
all the way. The lead trumpet range is to A above
the staff and optional parts are included for
expanded instrumentations. This outstanding
chart is an ideal contrasting piece for any
performance!
10997206 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Won't You Be My Neighbor? (It's a Beautiful
Day in the Neighborhood)—Fred Rogers/arr.
Mike Tomaro. As the world reflects on one of its
most genuinely kind souls in the person of Mr.
Rogers, fellow Pittsburgh neighbor Mike Tomaro
pays tribute to Mr. Rogers' famous TV theme in
this laid-back samba setting. This is not juvenile
sounding, it's very sophisticated and hip, with
solos for tenor sax and trombone. This one will
have tremendous audience appeal!
2701404 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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He April in Paris—Vernon Duke/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Made famous by The Count Basie Orchestra,
here is a great-sounding yet playable version of
this standard for developing bands. It includes
feature spots for every section and optional
written or improvised solos for trumpet and
trombone. This accessible chart maintains an
authentic sound even in this easy version. It will
even sound full and complete with only 4 saxes,
3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm! Also
included are optional parts for flute, 2 clarinets,
horn in F and tuba. Highly recommended!
10052549 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
H C-Jam Blues—Duke Ellington/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Whether you know this one as C-Jam Blues or
Duke's Place, you sure will recognize all the great
Ellington writing! Even the most inexperienced
bands can do a fine performance on this jazz
classic. The suggested solos are included in the
parts for the entire section, so you can make it
a soli feature if you prefer. There's a marvelous
ensemble tutti section that starts softly then
builds to the end.
2470818 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
H Caravan—Duke Ellington/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Everyone will recognize this Duke Ellington
classic! It was one of the featured works in the
2014 movie "Whiplash" and uses interesting
textures and alternates between a Latin groove
and swing. This is a very effective production
number with limited technical demands for
young players.
2307627 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
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