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BIG BAND STANDARDS / BALLADS very easy & easy
H Sing, Sing, Sing—Louie Prima/arr. Victor Lopez.
Yep, this is the Sing, Sing, Sing you know and
love, made famous by Gene Krupa and the Benny
Goodman Orchestra, only arranged for young
players by Victor Lopez. The classic drum solo that
can be opened up for as much excitement as the
crowd can stand, along with a written-out tenor
solo, reasonable brass ranges and lots of meaty
ensembles keep this great chart exciting. It will
also sound full with reduced instrumentation or
with the optional, non-jazz band parts. It's still a
showstopper! Highly recommended!
2702806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 48.00
H Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/trans. Mike Lewis.
Here it is...perhaps the most recognizable swing
tune of all time! This incredible transcription is as
close as you're going to come to the original (which
included clarinet and less than a full compliment
of brass). This chart is scored for a standard 5
saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones and rhythm, but
aside from that, it is the original as played by Benny
Goodman. Every lick is there, including all the Gene
Krupa drum breaks! This chart is a must for every
big band's library!
2411486 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 60.00
Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/arr. Paul Cook.
Now even your beginning jazz band can swing this
incredibly popular chart that was made famous by
Benny Goodman! You can't find a jazz tune that's
more recognizable, and Paul Cook's arrangement
at this level is just great. You may even think you've
got Gene Krupa playing drums by the time you're
done! This arrangement should be in the library of
every band that plays music at either the very easy
or easy levels.
2354561 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
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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 70.00
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Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/arr. Vince Gassi.
Accessible and fun to rehearse and play, this
timeless swing tune contains all the key ingredients
for a real crowd pleaser! It features the iconic drum
pattern as it recurs throughout and the solid swing
style that has become so familiar over the decades.
Other features include easy brass ranges (with
trumpet 1 to written E top space), a written drum
solo and a big shout chorus as the modulation
brings it all home. Here's a great chart that will
be an essential part of your jazz ensemble library.
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277443 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
l Skyliner—Charlie Barnet/arr. Sammy Nestico.
After a brief "vacation" from writing, and at the age
of 94, Sammy Nestico is back! As a tribute to Charlie
Barnet's signature tune here is a stunning flag-
waver from the master himself. Sammy joined the
Charlie Barnet band on trombone in 1946, and he
specifically chose this tune to "give it a new suit of
clothes." No solos are required, but this powerhouse
chart features a workout for every section of the
band. Alto Sax 1 doubles on Soprano Sax.
10931668 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 60.00
Splanky—Neal Hefti/arr. Sammy Nestico. For
years, directors have been waiting for the release of
the original Basie version of this great blues classic.
It's full of Sammy's unique ensemble writing and
has plenty of room for blues solos.
2185155 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
Stompin' at the Savoy—arr. Greg Yasinitsky.
After the initial statement, Greg Yasinitsky gives
this Benny Goodman treasure an updated and
contemporary flair while remaining true to the
original. It's all there in this exciting chart... nice
dynamic contrasts, a stop-time section, a sax
section soli, ensemble interludes, a written or
improvised trumpet 2 solo, and it's all played
around 168 bpm. The lead trumpet range is to
written B-flat above the staff and optional parts are
included for expanded instrumentations. Solid with
proven appeal!
10513990 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 52.00
String of Pearls—Jerry Gray/arr. Mike Lewis.
Arranger Mike Lewis has taken this swinging Glenn
Miller hit and arranged it for easy jazz ensemble.
His clever reworking of the solo sections and the
descending harmony line makes this chart very
playable for the young jazz musician. The trumpet
1 range is to written F top line and it features
instrumentation options from 9 to 19 players. This
is one of the ultimate crowd pleasers and it's ideal
for any performance!
10049681 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Rich
DeRosa. Ever heard of Take the 'A' Train? Not like
this you haven't! Another ingenious arrangement
from the towering Rich DeRosa, this uptempo
swing chart is a journey through creative waters
from beginning to end and will not disappoint. In
additional to incredible ensemble writing, there is
improvisation space for piano and alto saxophone.
As recorded by the University of North Texas One
O'Clock Lab Band on their album Lab 2013,
DeRosa's arrangement of Take the 'A' Train is a
must for any serious band.
10759924 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 65.00
Take the 'A' Train (Original Version)—Billy
Strayhorn/trans. David Berger. This very special,
historic publication is an exact transcription of the
1941 version recorded by Duke Ellington. David
Berger's expertise is evident in the completely voiced
rhythm parts and written out solos. This classic
belongs in every jazz ensemble library everywhere!
2237790 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Alan
Baylock. Think of Take the "A" Train with a
contemporary flair and you have the idea behind
this inventive chart by Alan Baylock. Opening in a
swing groove then alternating with a funk feel, bari
sax, bass trombone, guitar and bass have the initial
melodic statement in this terrific chart. Solo space
is available for alto sax 1, trombone 1, bari sax and
trumpet 2 and the lead trumpet range is to written
D above the staff. A modern yet superb chart of a
tune everyone knows. Festival material!
10071911 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00
H Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Vince
Gassi. This chart swings all the way and is very
playable by a young jazz ensemble. Arranger
Vince Gassi offers a fresh take on this classic, yet
captures the essence of this well-known Strayhorn
composition made famous by Ellington. It's scored
exactly right for younger players... not too difficult
but with fun-to-play parts. With brief written solos
for 1st alto sax and 1st trumpet, and easy ranges,
it also has plenty of dynamics to teach. A superb
chart you will play for years to come! Optional
reduced or expanded instrumentation.
10066743 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Things Ain't What They Used to Be—Mercer
Ellington/arr. Alan Baylock. Mercer Ellington's
classic blues shuffle gets the Baylock treatment!
The style is down home and the solos are for alto,
trumpet, trombone, and tenor sax. Also included is
a powerful Baylock-style shout chorus and optional
parts for expanded instrumentations. It's a fun chart
and it gets our highest recommendation!
10513911 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 52.00
Things Ain't What They Used to Be—Mercer
Ellington/arr. Rich Sigler. This is a jazz classic that
every band should have in their library. The chart
is a swing shuffle played at around 116 bpm and
has a very familiar and catchy melody that flows
smoothly from section to section. Also featured
are written out solos for alto sax 1 and trumpet 2
and a lead trumpet range to written F-sharp top
line. Optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentation. A superb arrangement that is
clever and effective in every way!
10355626 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 48.00
Whirly Bird—Neal Hefti/arr. Peter Blair. You may
have heard Basie's band play this great Neal Hefti
swinger, but this version is very accessible for
younger players at around 166 bpm. The features
include a written alto sax solo, a great sax soli, and
well-notated rhythm section parts. Includes optional
wind and vibes part, too!
10452088 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 48.00
Ballads
Very Easy & Easy
As If to Say Goodbye—Larry Neeck. Beautifully
melodic and very approachable, this lush ballad
features your star trumpet or alto sax soloist.
A beautifully written melody and fully scored
backgrounds make this a perfect chart for a
young soloist, as well as a great vehicle for a
more experienced player. It will also sound full
and complete with a reduced instrumentation of 3
saxes, 3 trumpets, 1 trombone and 3 rhythm on up
to a full band. For that change-of-pace moment in
your concert, this flexible solo feature is the perfect
choice! Highly recommended!
10032001 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Autumn Mist—Larry Neeck. Autumn Mist
features your aspiring trumpet/flugelhorn or alto
sax soloist in a gorgeous rock-ballad setting. The
solo parts are entirely notated, and the ensemble
sections provide contrast by featuring lush playing
by the full band with lots of teaching moments in
lyrical style. On your next concert, showcase the
softer, lyrical side of your band with this tasty
change of pace. Highly recommended! Optional
reduced instrumentation.
10071410 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Black and Blue (What Did I Do to Be So)—Fats
Waller & Harry Brooks/arr. Victor Lopez. Here's a
beautiful bluesy Fats Waller ballad originally from
1929 that's very playable by young jazz groups.
The tempo is around 82 bpm with a straight-eighth
ballad feel, there are smooth and lyrical melodic
lines, the brass ranges are moderate, and there are
no individual solos. The melodic writing is easygoing,
musical and very appealing. An additional feature is
that it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10593753 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Chase the Clouds Away—Chuck Mangione/arr.
Mike Lewis. Need a pretty ballad? This is ideal for
younger players as arranged by Mike Lewis. It has
plenty of unisons and harmonies in thirds with no
individual solos and the 1st trumpet range goes only
to written, third space C. Smooth, lyrical and easy
to put together, this haunting ballad is the perfect
choice for any performance. It's also playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentation.
10028063 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 42.00
4 Dreamsville—Henry Mancini/arr. John Berry.
From the classic TV show Peter Gunn, Henry
Mancini's iconic ballad is lush and silky. There's
nothing fancy here, just nicely scored harmonies
and melodies for young players. This beautiful
ensemble ballad is a great choice for festivals,
or change-of-pace concert programming, and
it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10909012 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 40.00
4 The Evening Sun—Doug Beach & George
Shutack. This beautiful ballad is the perfect
showcase for a budding alto saxophone soloist. The
pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create
a wonderful change-of-pace chart. While there is an
optional short section that may be improvised, the
solo part is entirely written and no improvisation
is required. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations, this is a wonderful
feature for both the soloist and the ensemble!
10882582 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 48.00
BEST
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Ballads
Very Easy & Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Here's That Rainy Day—
Jimmy Van Heusen/arr. Rick Stitzel.
10759352 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 40.00
What a Wonderful World—
Douglas & Weiss/arr. Rick Stitzel.
2470819 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
3am—Paul Baker.
10754124 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 45.00
Misty—Erroll Garner/arr. Terry White.
10355610 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 42.00
Georgia on My Mind—
Hoagy Carmichael/arr. Michael Sweeney.
2392454 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 40.00
Harlem Nocturne—
Earle Hagen/arr. Rick Stitzel.
10052550 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 40.00
Chase the Clouds Away—
Chuck Mangione/arr. Mike Lewis.
10028063 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .E 42.00
Li'l Darlin'—Neal Hefti/arr. Roy Phillippe.
2403087 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
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