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ensemble
H Pure Imagination (from "Wille Wonka
and the Chocolate Factory")—
Bricusse & Newley/arr. Craig Skeffington.
If you haven't heard this gorgeous ballad from "Willie
Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," now is the time.
A sensational and easy-to-play alto sax solo feature,
this arrangement is scored with lush harmonies and
backgrounds. The lead trumpet range is to written
A above the staff, the alto sax solo is entirely written
out and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentation. Newsflash: this will be your new
favorite tune!
10068800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
Samantha—Sammy Nestico. This beautiful
contemporary ballad features your tenor sax in front
of some nice ensemble work. Sammy wrote this
chart for Count Basie, and we're glad he made this
arrangement so that all bands can add this one to
their repertoire. Very pretty!
2314854 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
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Samantha—Sammy Nestico. Originally written for
and played by Bud Shank, this showpiece for alto sax
features a wide dynamic range and calls for a soft,
smooth approach to background figures. Although
written solo lines are provided throughout, the main
solo chorus includes chord changes for players with
improvisation chops. The chart closes out with a solo
cadenza over a sustained ensemble chord.
10283500 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . MA 56.00
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Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/
arr. Gordon Goodwin.
A few twists and turns
added to the original Benny Goodman swing version
make this chart a definite crowd and band pleaser.
Gordon Goodwin's arrangement features a clarinet
part and an alternate alto 1 part in lieu of clarinet.
Solo changes are provided for all saxophone parts
and clarinet, and the lead trumpet range is to high
F-sharp. While not recorded by Goodwin's Big Phat
Band, it's a staple of the band's library and is played
often in live performances. It's a wonderful rendition
of this big band classic!
10311471 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . A 65.00
Softly, As in a Morning Sunrise—
Sigmund Romberg/arr. Mark Taylor.
From the rarely remembered 1928 operetta "The
New Moon," this lovely tune has gone on to become
a standard favored by many jazz artists. Set in a
light samba groove, here is a terrific arrangement
featuring solo alto saxophone throughout. The solo
is beautifully contrasted with ensemble interludes
and backgrounds, plus a short unison tutti feature.
10374142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
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Song for Lewis—Dave Mills. This laid-back and
sultry ballad, set around 62 bpm, features a written
alto sax solo that is wonderfully melodic with an
optional section for improvisation in the key of F
major. The full ensemble gets a chance to shine too
with great legato and smooth passages. Song for
Lewis is a great change of pace for any performance
and can be worked up quickly. Highly recommended!
10605802 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
True North—Mike Dana. This is a captivating,
contemporary even-eighth note ballad in the ECM
tradition. Your lead alto player can really shine
during this tuneful original for advancing groups. The
composer highly recommends using the wordless
optional vocal part to enhance the sensitivity and
warmth of the piece. Ranges and rhythms are very
accessible, but the rhythm section's interpretation
must be solid and nuanced. This is truly a beautiful
work that belongs in every library!
10093846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
4 What Will Be—Matt Amy. What Will Be is a
slow, rock ballad to feature either alto sax, trombone
or trumpet/flugelhorn soloists. With a beautifully
conceived melody the solo part is highly emotional,
lyrical and appropriate for the style, and is supported
by an interesting harmonic progression. The soloist
is supported by sweet counter melodies, there's
a section for subtle improvisation by the featured
soloist, and a recap of the theme before moving
on to an ending with a brief solo cadenza. There
are options included for reduced or expanded
instrumentations and the excellent dynamic
contrasts provide additional interest and maintain
the direction of the chart. Highly recommended!
10607166 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Willow Weep for Me—Ann Ronnel/
arr. Kris Berg.
A superb alto sax solo feature,
this is a classic 12/8, bluesy and soulful treatment
of this great standard! Everything is written out for
the alto player and it has chord changes if preferred.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above the
staff. Give a listen to this great chart and decide for
yourself. It's one of the quintessential features for
alto saxophone! Highly recommended! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10093167 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
TENOR SAX FEATURES
H Angel Eyes—Matt Dennis/arr. Dave Wolpe.
Here is a natural pairing of ballad style with an
exceptional standard as a tenor saxophone
feature. Beautifully arranged, this chart features
lush harmonies, a double-time swing section, and
a nice sax section soli with tenor lead. The tenor
solo is completely notated and does not require
improvisation, although it could be added. The lead
trumpet range is to B above the staff, and optional
parts are included for expanded instrumentations.
Simply gorgeous!
10303786 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
Body and Soul—arr. Matt Harris. You simply
cannot go wrong with this Matt Harris chart on
this great jazz ballad ideally set as a tenor sax solo
feature! The tempo is about 98 bpm with the tenor
solo written and improvised. It's lush, has a nice
texture with flugelhorns, and the lead trumpet range
is to written G on top of the staff. It's beautiful...
enough said!
10513913 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Europa (Earth's Cry, Heaven's Smile)—
Santana & Coster/arr. Victor Lopez.
Europa is a
terrific rock ballad for your tenor sax soloist with no
improvisation, and is all written and they just don't
get any better than this. The features include a lead
trumpet range to written D fourth line, lots of unison
ensemble passages plus optional flute, clarinet,
auxiliary percussion and vibes parts. A fail-safe
tenor showcase that is a huge confidence builder.
Our highest recommendation!
10355586 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
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Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile)—
Santana & Coster/arr. Eric Richards.
One of Carlos Santana's more memorable
compositions is this instrumental hit from 1976.
Along with Santana's own recording, the version by
saxophonist Gato Barbieri also became a hit that
same year. This solo feature for tenor saxophone
features a haunting melody and the sensual style
of the original and is authentically recreated in this
version for full jazz ensemble. The tenor solo is a
combination of written melodies with options for
improvisation. Here's a great way to feature your
star tenor player!
10625167 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
Fast Forward—Howard Rowe. Here's a unique
big band swinger perfect for featuring two of your
top players! Written to feature either two trombones,
two tenor saxes, or one of each, this tasty chart
celebrates the legacy of great jazz duos like J. J.
Johnson and Kai Winding. It's not often you find a
feature set in an uptempo setting like this!
2472574 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
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The Heat's On—Sammy Nestico.
Originally recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra
and later revised for the SWR Big Band CD Basie-
cally Sammy, this wonderful chart features a very
bright tempo and a solo tenor sax. It also includes
several spots for up-front drum work and even
allows room for an extended drum solo if desired.
10283474 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . A 56.00
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If I Could Fly—Mike Smukal. Feature your tenor
sax soloist on this lush ballad that has a hint of Latin.
This chart weaves and contrasts minor and major
harmonies and is a superb chart for developing
players with the lead trumpet range only to top line
written F. Additionally, it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentation. The tenor
solo is all written out and the rhythm section parts
are very clear. An excellent vehicle for your tenor sax
player. Highly recommended!
10028079 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
In a Sentimental Mood—Duke Ellington/
arr. Mike Tomaro.
Here's a chart that everyone
should get to know! Duke Ellington's classic ballad
is the perfect opportunity to feature your star
tenor sax player. With flowing melodies and a lush
orchestration, this is the perfect ballad for contests
or festivals.
2406312 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
Lifelong Friends—Kris Berg. Kris Berg has
composed a beautiful, sensitive and mature solo
feature for B-flat, E-flat instruments or trombone.
The ensemble is equally important in this setting
at around 74 bpm that transitions from the ballad
style to a double-time section with the soloist
and then back to the ballad style. While the solo
part is written, there are ample opportunities for
improvisation. The lead trumpet range is to written
high C. This is an outstanding chart and ideal vehicle
for your advanced soloist.
10513940 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Midnight Voyage—Joey Calderazzo/
arr. Alan Baylock.
Here is an outstanding tenor
sax feature chart that was composed by pianist
Joey Calderazzo, recorded by the late, great Michael
Brecker and arranged by Alan Baylock. A haunting
medium swing groove- tenor sax as the melody and
the solo space, and lead trumpet range is to written
high C. A beautiful tune and superb chart on this
hard-swinging feature!
10068300 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
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Overjoyed—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mark Taylor.
This wonderful and classic ballad recorded by
Stevie Wonder is set here as a solo feature for tenor
saxophone. Beautifully accompanied by piano only
in the beginning, a mellow accompaniment follows
with flugelhorns and trombones in bucket mutes as
a medium tempo bossa nova style settles in.
10617882 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
Round Midnight—Williams & Monk/
arr. Mike Smukal.
It's always good programming
to include a ballad and here's a warm and tender
ballad feature for your tenor sax player. This timeless
jazz tune, recorded by countless jazz artists, is
scored for developing groups by arranger Mike
Smukal. He adds the lush harmony you would
expect and then moves into a double time section,
returning to the ballad tempo for the ending.
Everything is notated for the soloist and rhythm
section. An excellent ballad showcase! Highly
recommended! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10277614 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
Samantha—Sammy Nestico. This beautiful
contemporary ballad features your tenor sax in front
of some nice ensemble work. Sammy wrote this
chart for Count Basie, and we're glad he made this
arrangement so that all bands can add this one to
their repertoire. Very pretty!
2314854 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
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