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51 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: satisfaction@jwpepper.com jazz ensemble Go to cart Ballads medium to advanced / Jazz Ensemble with Vocal Solo Summer Never EndsBill Liston. Wow, here's a funk ballad that features your trombone soloist with a completely notated solo along with provided changes. The solo part floats over the band and remains legato against the band's funk grooves. An optional, extended improvisation section for the trombone soloist is included. If you're looking for something different for a solo feature... this is it! 10068876 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 52.00 n Summer SolsticeErik Sherburne. Summer Solstice is a soulfully cool ballad that features either a trumpet, flugelhorn or soprano saxophone soloist with solo parts included for each. Beautifully relaxed in straight eighth-note style, it's well-crafted with the solo parts entirely written with optional improvisation opportunities. The solo part offers interesting chord changes while the ensemble is more than a simple accompaniment. Nice, unique and more contemporary than most solo features! 10607110 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 48.00 l Tell Her You Saw MePat Metheny/arr. Bob Curnow. Every once in a while a melody is written that words cannot convey and only the soul understands. Master of melodies Pat Metheny did just that in his composition of Tell Her You Saw Me, and Bob Curnow magnificently transformed it into a majestic big-band arrangement. A ballad throughout that slowly builds in intensity, this chart utilizes woodwind doubles and flugelhorns with a short, written-out piano solo up front. If you are looking to provide a moving ballad for your audiences, this is it! 10759926 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 50.00 n To YouThad Jones/arr. Mike Carubia. Mike Carubia has rescored this sensitive Thad Jones jazz ballad in the lower key of C Major for greater accessibility while retaining all the original lines and character. The breathing, phrasing and dynamics have all been thoroughly notated to help students learn control, balance and intonation. There is a short written solo for trombone and a quasi-double-time section after the solo. This is wonderfully beautiful change-of-pace programming! Highly recommended! 10607114 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00 True NorthMike 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 H When I Fall in LoveVictor Young/arr. Craig Skeffington. Show off the sensitive side of your band with this ensemble ballad with no featured soloist. There is a brief 4-bar written trumpet melody. Otherwise, it's all ensemble blend with a lush texture, a double-time section and lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff. The drummer plays with brushes and sticks, the band emotes and everybody sounds great! Optional parts for flute, horn in F, baritone horn and tuba are included. You'll fall in love with this excellent chart! 10049716 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 52.00 n Willow Weep for MeAnn 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 Jazz Ensemble with Vocal Solo - All Levels n Ain't That a Kick in the Headarr. Nelson Riddle. This is one of the most famous vocal studio orchestra arrangements, recorded by Dean Martin in 1960. This is the authentic and swinging version that Nelson Riddle created to showcase Martin in his typical, easy-going vocal style. An optional synthesizer part has been included that may be used in place of the strings. There are no saxophone doubles and the vocal key is D throughout. This is oh, so nice! Instrumentation: five saxes (AATTB), four trumpets, three tenor trombones, bass trombone, three violins, viola, two celli, guitar, piano, bass, drums, and optional synthesizer. 10558966 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (with Strings) . . . . . . . MA 50.00 4 All I Want for Christmas Is Youarr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994, this familiar tune has become a perennial holiday favorite. Arranged here as a vocal or tenor sax solo feature with big band, the opening rubato section is followed by a medium tempo shuffle groove. Sure to liven up any holiday or winter concert, this is highly recommended! Vocal Key: F 10775158 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . ME 50.00 All of Mearr. Rick Stitzel. Reminiscent of the classic version by Count Basie, here is a terrific medium swing setting of this familiar standard for vocal solo with jazz ensemble. In the event a vocalist is not available, an optional solo part is included for tenor saxophone. Vocal in F. 10522920 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . ME 50.00 All the Things You AreJerome Kern/arr. Roger Holmes. Here's Jerome Kern's fabulous standard in a swinging arrangement by Roger Holmes. With tasty accompaniment figures and a relaxed feel, your vocalist will have a blast singing this chart, and sound great too! Vocal in A-flat. 2203909 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . M 50.00 America the Beautiful (with Vocal or Alto Sax Soloist)Samuel A. Ward/arr. Mike Tomaro. This soulful arrangement of the patriotic favorite, skillfully crafted by Mike Tomaro, is perfect for jazz concerts! Written to feature either a vocal or alto sax soloist, it gives you plenty of flexibility and a great gospel feel the audience will love! Vocal part in Bb. 2471430 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Alto Sax) . . . . . . . . . M 50.00 As Time Goes ByHerman Hupfeld/arr. Mike Carubia. Play it again, Sam! This one can be used as a vocal solo or vocal group feature (SATB or SSAA). The voice leading is just right, and the band gets a spot to open up, too. Vocals in C/Db. 2303386 Jazz Ensemble & Vocal Group (or Vocal Solo) . . . . . . ME 54.00 H At LastHarry Warren/arr. Dave Wolpe. At Last is the ever-popular, bluesy, vocal ballad feature as arranged by Dave Wolpe. The chart is arranged in two keys to suit the needs of all vocalists. Substitute instrumental solos are included, with a written tenor sax solo in the low female key and a written alto sax solo in the high male key. The vocal ranges are: low female in the key of G, high male in the key of B-flat. 10093215 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . M 62.00 Baby, It's Cold OutsideFrank Loesser/ arr. Paul Murtha. Perhaps no popular Christmas standard has the instant recognition than that of Frank Loesser's Baby, It's Cold Outside! Often performed as a vocal duet for a girl and guy, this versatile arrangement will also work as a vocal solo with tenor sax playing the guy's vocal part. In addition, optional parts are included allowing the duet to be performed using flugelhorn and tenor sax. This familiar classic is sure to be a hit for holiday or winter performances. Vocal key of C. Highly recommended! 10522926 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (Vocal & Tenor Sax Duet or Flugelhorn & Tenor Sax Duet) . . . ME 50.00 n Beauty and the BeastAlan Menken/arr. Mark Taylor. This award-winning, time-tested, and familiar ballad from Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" is a natural choice for your vocal soloist. For added flexibility, this beautifully scored chart can also be performed as a vocal duet or as a tenor saxophone solo feature. Vocal Keys: E-flat and A-flat. 2266898 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . ME 50.00 Bei Mir Bist Du SchonSholom Secunda/arr. Dave Wolpe. This swinger will be a hit! Arranged in two keys for flexibility, it's a bright swing vehicle for vocalist and big band at around 160 bpm. The low key is F with vocal range from A below middle C to 2nd space A, and the high key is A-flat, with vocal range from middle C to 3rd space C, treble clef. The lead trumpet range goes to written high C. There are no horn solos, just swingin' ensemble and vocal all the way! 10355574 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . M 62.00 The Best Is Yet to ComeCy Coleman/arr. Scott Ragsdale. Sung recently by Michael Buble and many others, this chart is a medium tempo swinger for vocal soloist and jazz ensemble. In the key of F, the vocal range is from A below middle C to middle line B. The lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. A true standard from the Great American Songbook! 10311457 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . . . . . . . . . . M 62.00 BewitchedRichard Rodgers/arr. Mark Taylor. This Rodgers and Hart standard has been recorded countless times and remains a popular choice for singers and instrumentalists alike. Mark Taylor's lush setting can also be used as a tenor sax feature and includes a brief double-time swing section. This one is just a natural solo feature for any vocalist! 10098764 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . M 50.00 Blue MoonRichard Rodgers/arr. Victor Lopez. Looking for an easy-to-play vocal chart? Here is an excellent vocal with big band chart on a familiar standard that has the ensemble arranged at the medium-easy level by Victor Lopez. A slow swing chart with no solos, lots of full ensemble, a shout chorus - and it's all easy to rehearse and perform. The vocal range is from G below the staff to second line G, treble clef. Scored for five saxes, eight brass and four rhythm, plus optional substitute parts for the vocal for B-flat, E-flat and trombone. An excellent and very accessible arrangement. 10277800 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . . . . . . . . . ME 54.00 But Not for MeGeorge Gershwin/arr. Scott Ragsdale. Here's a superb vocal solo feature with big-band chart on a great standard. The features include a vocal range from B-flat below middle C to third space C, a lead trumpet range to A-flat, and the swing tempo is around 134 bpm. Make sure to check out the written trombone solo and the fine sax soli during the instrumental interlude. Don't have vocalist this year? No problem, optional featured solo parts are included for any B-flat or E-flat instrument or trombone. This great chart for your vocalist is highly recommended! 10593787 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Any Instrument) . . . . M 54.00 n Chega de Saudade (No More Blues)Antonio Carlos Jobim/arr. Mark Taylor. What better way to feature your vocal soloist than with this classic bossa nova? With its lyrical melodic style and terrific sounding band accompaniment, this is truly a standout feature for vocal soloist. Smooth and sophisticated describes this classy chart! Vocal in C minor. 2481659 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . ME 50.00 H Christmas Time Is HereVince Guaraldi/arr. Roger Holmes. Vince Guaraldi's touching ballad from "A Charlie Brown Christmas" will feel as familiar as an old friend. This feature for vocal soloist makes a simply wonderful addition to your holiday concert! Vocal in C. 2470804 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . M 50.00 l Come Fly with Mearr. Billy May. Without a doubt one of the signature entries in Frank Sinatra's discography, Billy May's arrangement of the title track from Sinatra's 1958 album Come Fly with Me is quite possibly as close to a perfect studio orchestra arrangement as you can get. From the beginning to the end, it is a perfect mix of creativity, accessibility, and relentless swing. This arrangement calls for Solo Male Voice, 2 Alto Saxes (both double on Flute), 2 Tenor Saxes (Tenor 2 doubles on Flute), Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Bass Trombone, Tuba, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello, Harp, Guitar, Celeste/Piano, Bass, Percussion, and Drums. This publication is not a transcription and was prepared from Billy May's original score. Vocal Key: B 10757428 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (Studio Orchestra). . . . . . A 75.00 H Come Fly with MeJimmy Van Heusen/arr. Quincy Jones/ed. Tomaro. The swingin' Quincy Jones arrangement of this standard was a Frank Sinatra signature tune. Here's the authentic version edited and adapted for today's bands by Mike Tomaro. Vocal Key: B-Flat. 10072767 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00 Put your whole heart into your work, not your whole day.