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Blues & Swing very easy / easy
n Night Trainarr. Peter Blair. Here's a super
swing tune that you can do with your youngest
players! Even though there's absolutely nothing
technically demanding in this arrangement, it still
swings with the best of them. Familiar riffs will
provide an excellent feature for your young sax
section, and there's a very easy, written out solo for
trumpet. Includes CD recording.
2333573 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Now's the TimeCharlie Parker/arr. Paul Murtha.
From bebop innovator Charlie Parker, Now's the
Time is one of his more accessible and popular
tunes. With limited ranges and easy rhythms, this
enjoyable arrangement for young players allows you
to teach a bit of jazz history in addition to having
a great-sounding performance piece. This superior
arrangement on bebop classic is also playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10617928 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 One Eyed JackDean Sorenson. Minor modes
seem to work well wtih young players, and this
medium-slow swinger holds all the cards! The
melody is played in a call-and-response pattern
while the shout chorus includes solid, concerted
figures. The features include a very easy grade
level, a completely flexible instrumentation, and
written solos included for all instruments. Use it to
teach, use it to perform. Either way, it works great!
10607156 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Our First Jazz Concert (Budget Stretching
4-Pack)Bob Lowden, Andy Clark, Les Aldrich &
Ken Harris. Don't miss this budget stretching pack
of charts for young jazz bands that includes Starting
Point by Bob Lowden, Bottom Line by Andy Clark,
I'll Just Pretend by Les Aldrich, and A Rock by
Ken Harris. This outstanding set provides two rock
tunes, a swing tune and a ballad giving your group
quality materials for getting started on a positive
note. Suggested solos are included for A Rock.
All charts are audience pleasers and educationally
sound with the set costing less than half the price
if they were purchased separately. Included are
links for free, full performance Mp3 downloads of
the four tunes from the publisher. A great value in
every respect!
10369394 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
n Pepperoni BluesDean Sorenson. Learning
the blues never tasted so good! Set at around
120 bpm, Pepperoni Blues is a classic swing
chart that is sure to have everyone asking for
seconds. The introduction is set over a C pedal
that leads to a unison statement of the melody. A
shout chorus after the solo section features some
attractive cross-rhythms and syncopation. This
one is completely flexible and is playable by any
four horns and rhythm section on up to full jazz
ensemble instrumentation and beyond. Young
soloists can improvise using only the notes of the
concert F blues scale with the included transposed
scale sheet. For soloists wishing to not improvise,
there is a suggested solo included in all parts. Very
nice, and flexible too! Highly recommended!
10368189 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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The Pink PantherHenry Mancini/arr. Mike
Lewis. This chart is an absolute must for your
young jazz ensemble! Henry Mancini's tune is so
unique and enjoyable that students always have,
and always will, love to play it. With lots of unison
scoring and simple triplet and swing figures, it's a
natural for beginning groups. We guarantee that
this will work great with your young players!
2423234 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
4 Reunion BluesMilt Jackson/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Reunion Blues is the title track from the famous
1971 album featuring Milt Jackson and Oscar
Peterson, but over the years it has been recorded
by countless jazz artists. Set in a moderate straight-
eighth groove, this riff-based blues tune is perfect
for younger players. The saxes are featured the first
time through with answers provided by the brass.
The written solo section can be performed either
as a trumpet section or by a single player. An easy
ensemble tutti rounds things out in this attractive
and well-written chart. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this chart
is first-class all the way! Highly recommended!
10556788 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Satin DollEllington & Strayhorn/arr. Michael
Sweeney. All beginning jazz ensembles should
get to know this Ellington standard! This solid
swing arrangement features tutti scoring and easy
rhythms, and is the perfect chart to teach the basics
of style. It's a guaranteed winner!
2470823 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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Sesame Street ThemeJoe Raposo/arr. John
Berry. In a relaxed and swingin' style, here is a very
easy arrangement of this familiar TV theme. John
Berry's chart is nicely scored for every section of the
band and is a tune that everyone in the audience
will recognize. Playable with optional reduced and
expanded instrumentations. Extremely nice for
young players!
10317376 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n So WhatMiles Davis/arr. Michael Sweeney. In a
very easy version, this Miles Davis' classic is a must
for beginning bands! The modal structure teaches
the dorian scale and the practical chart includes
teaching tips and practice exercises. What a great
introduction to one of the all time legends of jazz!
2470822 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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SplankyNeal Hefti/arr. Roy Phillippe. This great
Neal Hefti tune, performed and recorded by Count
Basie, is a real treat for beginning jazz ensembles
in this swingin', full-sounding chart! The famous
Basie shout chorus will be a thrill for your band
to play, and the trademark Basie piano style is in
there, too. Your students can even say "Count Ba-
sie" as his closing signature piano figure is played.
Highly recommended!
2701883 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Sweet Georgia Brownarr. Mike Lewis.
This great jazz classic is a great stepping stone
for students to learn easy swing rhythms, with
articulations clearly marked throughout. There are
no solos, and there are optional parts included for
concert band and orchestra instruments. Nice!
2474264 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
The Way You Look TonightJerome Kern/arr.
Rick Stitzel. From the familiar and often-recorded
Jerome Kern songbook, here is a very easy version
of this well-known standard. The moderately paced
swing arrangement will sound great with beginning
players and will go together quickly. Optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10083841 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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You've Got a Friend in Me (from "Toy Story 2")
Randy Newman/arr. Rick Stitzel. This swingin'
arrangement for beginning jazzers is based on the
version by the character Wheezy featured in "Toy
Story 2." The saxes enjoy most of the melody, but
the brass get their chance too, along with a written
solo or soli for the trumpets. This memorable salute
to friendship is sure to be enjoyed by audiences of
all ages! A CD is included and it is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10283174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Blues & Swing
Easy
H Afro BlueMongo Santamaria/arr. Michael
Sweeney. With an almost hypnotic 3/4 rhythmic
pattern, here is an effective yet easy version of
this standard made famous by John Coltrane. The
saxes are featured on the first chorus then the
brass get a chorus of their own. The simple solo
section (using a single scale) makes this a great
training piece for improvisation (sample solos are
provided for all keys). A marvelously unique offering
at the easy level!
2479366 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Ain't Got No Place to GoAndy Clark. Featuring
a Basie style introduction, this is the perfect chart
for young jazz players who want to learn how to
swing. This tasty swing tune includes an optional
section of basic blues changes where any or all
players try their hand at an improvised solo. The
scales are provided for all instruments. Every
section gets to shine, but technical and range
demands are kept to a minimum. It's also playable
with reduced instrumentation and chock-full of
audience appeal. A superior choice for younger
jazz ensembles!
2481468 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Ain't Misbehavin'Fats Waller/arr. Ralph Ford.
You can't go wrong with this one! It's a famous
tune by one of the most memorable figures in
jazz, Thomas "Fats" Waller, and it's well within the
capabilities of younger bands. It also includes an
easy to play, written piano solo that sounds super.
It's sure to make your band sound great even with
limited rehearsal time.
2467587 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
H All BluesMiles Davis/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Don't miss this one! Let your young jazz band
cut their teeth on this great jazz chart from Miles
Davis' epic recording Kind Of Blue. You can't beat
the combination of a classic chart and an arranger
like Michael Sweeney who knows how to make it
accessible for young jazzers. Written in 3/4 time
for ease of reading, this piece captures the feel and
sound of the original. A wonderful, important chart
you will want in your library!
2454593 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
All My LovingLennon & McCartney/arr.
Rick Stitzel. One of the iconic early hits by the
Beatles, this catchy tune features an immediately
recognizable melody and a driving swing/
shuffle style. Included in this version for young
players is the famous guitar break adapted for
saxophone solo or soli. It's also playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10461396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l Teaching Music Through Performance in Jazz for Beginning
Ensembles—Richard Miles.
For the first time, this volume from the acclaimed
Teaching Music series is available for directors of beginning jazz ensembles.
This edition pairs practical perspectives from world-class jazz educators and
performers, who specialize in working with beginning ensembles, together with
Teacher Resource Guides for more than 60 of the best jazz charts published for
beginning ensembles. As in the other volumes, each resource guide includes
background information on both the composer and the history of each chart,
technical and stylistic considerations, a discussion of the musical elements, and
measure-by-measure rehearsal suggestions for the best repertoire tailored for
beginning jazz bands. Teaching Music Through Performance in Jazz for Beginning
Ensembles is a truly significant resource for jazz educators and their students,
and an invaluable contribution to the field of jazz education! Contributors: Ronald
Carter, Roosevelt Griffin, Ben Huntoon, Brian Logan, Rob Parton, Willis Rapp,
and Dean Sorenson.
10563813 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.95
10629618 2-CD Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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Teaching Music Through Performance in Jazz, Vol. 1—
Richard Miles & Ronald Carter.
Teaching Music Through Performance
in Jazz continues in the best tradition of the Teaching Music series, bringing
together insights from top jazz educators and invaluable analysis of the best
repertoire published for jazz ensembles of all skill levels. This book is the ideal
resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the preeminent music
for jazz ensembles by seminal jazz composers. This 592-page book includes
Teacher Resource Guides to more than 65 of the top jazz charts broken down
into developing, intermediate and advanced levels. Each guide includes vital
information on the composer, the composition, historical background, technical
requirements, stylistic considerations, musical elements and more. Additionally,
leading jazz educators and musicians contribute chapters on pertinent topics in
the field of jazz education. Some of these contributors are Wynton Marsalis, Ron
Carter, Ron McCurdy, Reginald Thomas and Ron Modell. This book is an essential
resource for jazz leaders at all levels and a major contribution to the jazz field!
10043376 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.95
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Teaching Music Through Performance in Jazz, Vol. 2—
Richard Miles & Ronald Carter.
This long-awaited Volume 2 of Teaching
Music Through Performance in Jazz continues in the best tradition of the
Teaching Music series. As in Volume 1, it brings together insights from top jazz
educators and invaluable analyses of the best repertoire published for developing,
intermediate and advanced jazz ensembles. Included are Teacher Resource
Guides to 100 of the top jazz charts broken down by difficulty levels. Additionally,
each guide includes vital information on the composer, the composition, historical
background, technical requirements, stylistic considerations musical elements
and more. Also featured are chapters by leading jazz educators and musicians
on topics pertinent to the field of jazz education. Here is a major contribution to
the genre and an essential resource for all jazz educators! Contributors: Randy
Brecker, Ronald Carter, Robert Knatt, Thara Memory, and Rodney Whitaker.
10563812 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.95
10629619 2-CD Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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