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BLUES & SWING medium-easy
Blues & Swing
Medium-Easy
H 5.4 on the Richter Scale—Larry Neeck. 5.4 on
the Richter Scale is an upbeat modern-sounding
swing chart that really cooks! Hip 5/4 blues sections
are contrasted with a straight-ahead swingin' 4/4
blues, which gives this chart its unique appeal.
There are plenty of opportunities for your soloists to
improvise on 4/4 blues changes, or with the written
suggested solos included. It will sound great with
full or reduced instrumentation. Tired of the same
old blues? 5.4 on the Richter Scale is a really fresh
chart for your next concert!
10050244 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
702 Shuffle—Bret Zvacek. Need a great opener
or a burning closer? 702 Shuffle can take care of
either spot on the program! With a strong melody,
an infectious groove and solid ensemble work,
this Bret Zvacek composition will fit well into any
program. The open solo section allows for plenty of
room for your soloist to stretch out with the provided
solo or improvisation. Highly recommended!
10455640 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
H Abracadabra—Larry Barton. The magic of this
slinky swinger will put your audience under a spell!
The lead wind players start things out on the head,
but before long the full band is jamming along. It's
an "in your face" chart that's all about attitude!
2472521 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
5975276 CD-Jazz Ensemble MA . . . . . . .9.95
5975084 CD-Jazz Ensemble VE-M . . . . .9.95
H Afternoon—Pat Metheny/arr. Bob Curnow. Here
is a slow, swinging, lovely, warm, relaxed chart in
the style of that famous Neal Hefti swing ballad! The
arrangement is subtle and easy to play, and there
are not a lot of pieces by Pat Metheny that swing
in this way. The arrangement suggests flugelhorns
throughout, although trumpets would work just fine.
There is solo space for alto saxophone and trumpet/
flugel. Very nice!
10162086 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Afternoon in Paris—John Lewis/arr. Mark
Taylor. John Lewis (composer, pianist, and
founder of the acclaimed Modern Jazz Quartet)
penned Afternoon in Paris in the 1950s and it has
remained a jazz standard ever since. This nicely
crafted version for developing jazz ensembles
opens with a small group on the head and drums
on brushes. Solos for trumpet and tenor follow
with suggested solos and scale/chord sheets
provided, along with dynamic full ensemble
statements. Highly recommended!
10098783 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
4 And Stay Out!—Terry White. Get ready to swing
hard! This easy medium-tempo blues in B-flat
features some great ensemble section-writing
and the band has some nice shout moments
throughout. The solo sections feature the trumpet,
trombone and later alto or tenor sax with written
solos included. This is a great tune to get the energy
going at your next concert!
11202577 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Artistry in Rhythm—Stan Kenton/arr. Paul
Murtha. Composed and recorded by Stan
Kenton in the 1940s, Artistry in Rhythm became
his signature and a true classic from the big-
band era. Paul Murtha has skillfully adapted
and truncated this for younger players while
maintaining the flavor and energy of the original.
Solo piano starts things off followed by the iconic
trombone solo in the medium Latin section. The
exciting double time swing section features
the entire ensemble, then the maestoso theme
returns to close things out. Impressive!
10374166 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes—arr. Ralph Ford.
Crazy title? It's from the movie of the same name
and is a tongue-in-cheek swing chart adapted from
a much more difficult chart by Gordon Goodwin
for his Big Phat Band. Arranged by Ralph Ford for
developing players, it will be a hit with both the
band and the audience. No improvised solos, just
ensemble playing and some great section solis.
This will be a fun chart for any performance! Highly
recommended! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10071882 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
H Autumn Leaves—Joseph Kosma/arr. Peter Blair.
This is a great old tune! Except...there's nothing
"old" sounding about it. It's a medium swing version
of a marvelous, often-played standard that opens
with an alto and trumpet duet and is filled with tight
ensemble punches. The saxes are featured on a
chorus and there is a written or ad lib solo for piano.
2406361 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Back Online—Gregory Yasinitsky. Don't miss this
swinging, shuffle blues chart for developing groups
that cooks right off the top! Set at about 132 bpm,
it features a full and hot saxophone section soli, a
stop-time section leading into the solo, a written
or improvised solo for trumpet, and a section that
comes way down after the solos that feature the
brass and then the full ensemble. It then opens
up and really begins to swing! Additionally, it can
be played with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Back Online is accessible for
many bands and is highly recommended!
10568026 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
H Backatown—Troy Andrews/arr. John Wasson.
From Trombone Shorty's acclaimed CD Backatown,
here is the hot title cut arranged for big band in a
funky medium tempo. Combining the elements of
New Orleans second line and contemporary rock
styles, this unique chart features a blend of catchy
riffs, solid ensemble passages, and stop-time
breaks. There are short written or ad lib solos for
trumpet and tenor. This chart exudes a spirited and
unmistakable New Orleans swagger!
10490289 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Bad Dog!—Mike Dana. Here's a great opener,
closer, or anything in between! This swinging
shuffle features cool lines, surprising harmonies,
great rhythm section hooks, and much more.
Notated rhythm section parts, reasonable brass
ranges, and flexibly written or improvised solo
space make this chart a winner. Additionally, it
has a nice feel, a fine harmonic structure, and a
dynamic shout chorus. Scored for standard big
band, it's also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentation and includes a helpful
guitar chord chart. No bad dogs here!
10999970 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Bags' Groove—Milt Jackson/arr. Mark Taylor.
Milt Jackson's signature blues tune has become
a well-known jazz standard, and Mark Taylor's
arrangement makes it sound great in this six horn,
little big band format. Featuring a nice, medium
swing feel, and the flexibility for open solos with
backgrounds, this will be fun to perform and easy
to prepare. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes; 2 Trumpets; 1
Trombone plus Rhythm Section. Optional parts are
included for Alto and Tenor Saxes and Trombone.
Suggested solos and chord/scale sheets are also
included. Highly recommended!
10317260 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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The Bare Necessities (from The Jungle Book)
—arr. John Wasson. From "The Jungle Book," this
timeless classic appeared in the original movie as
well as the repeated blockbuster hit. With a jaunty
2-beat swing style and well-known melody, this
one is impossible not to like. This carefully crafted
arrangement requires no solos, but features every
section of the band with the trombones first,
followed by the saxes and finally trumpets. Smart,
stylish and pure fun!
10617908 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
The Bari Thought of You—Peter Blair. A lush,
rubato introduction sets up the infectious shuffle feel
of this swingin' feature for baritone saxophone. The
solo is written or improvised and the arrangement
features nice band licks and backgrounds, a sax soli,
a tutti full band section and an improvised or notated
solo section. The key selection of Ab ensures that all
lines lay well for the soloist and the ranges remain
moderate for all players. A guaranteed audience
favorite, this hard-hitting chart will become a "must
have" for bands with strong, sassy bari players.
Highly recommended!
10029148 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
The Big Band Theory—Larry Neeck. This bright
swinger kicks right from the start at around 180 bpm!
Based on a blues form, this chart is very melodic
and simply cooks in an uncomplicated fashion,
with tasty unison riffs balancing the powerfully
scored ensemble sections. The open solo section
with great background figures, along with the
included suggested solos, provides an opportunity
for individual band members to shine. Additional
highlights included a nice shout chorus and a
section after the shout that begins softly and builds
to the end. It's also playable with optional reduced
instrumentation. Here's a great chart for opening a
program or for any occasion! Highly recommended!
10518277 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
H Big Noise from Winnetka—Haggart & Bauduc/
arr. Paul Lavender. Bring the sounds of Bob Crosby
and the big band era to life again with this fun chart
for younger players! It features an authentic sound,
a flexible solo section and the saxes get to whistle
the melody for added fun. A great experience for
young players!
2481666 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Big Swing Face—Bill Potts/arr. Rich Sigler.
This chart, originally popularized by Buddy Rich,
has been scored at an accessible level while
maintaining the essence of the original and more.
The tempo is around 154 bpm, there are written
solos for tenor and trumpet 2, as well as nice
dynamics to show off your jazz band, plus optional
parts for expanded instrumentations. A fun chart
that you'll play for years to come!
10452096 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Birk's Works—Dizzy Gillespie/arr. Mark Taylor.
This classic minor blues by Dizzy Gillespie is set in
a comfortable medium swing style. A small group
is featured at the top using the distinctive stylings
and articulations of the original recording. Nice and
accessible passages for the full ensemble as well
as a satisfying shout chorus are featured along with
solo space for trumpet and tenor saxophone.
10908988 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Blame It on the Blues—Doug Beach. Blame It
on the Blues is the perfect vehicle for developing
jazzers to learn the essentials of swing rhythms
and phrasing. Doug Beach knows how to do this
kind of chart very, very well and this one is no
exception! The blues harmonies create a foundation
that players will feel comfortable with in both the
ensemble sections and the written or improvised
solo spots. Additional features include some sax
solis and effective call and response phrases
between the saxes and brass. Scored for standard
big band, it will sound great with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentation. Great chart!
10999950 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Blues Be King!—Scott Stanton. Yes! Feature your
guitar or vibes player on this cookin' blues shuffle
in F with a nod to the late, great B.B. King! The
bari sax part takes a prominent blues band role
within the rhythm section. The optional written or
improvised solo section is open to also feature your
best wind players. The solo guitar part includes
tablature and fingerings for appropriate slides,
bends, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and chord shape/
performance suggestions. This stunner is optionally
playable with reduced instrumentation. Guitar and
vibes solo features are hard to find, so make sure
to check this one out! Highly recommended!
10607070 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
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Buckjump—Andrews & Ballard/arr. John Wasson.
Recorded by Trombone Shorty on his 2011 album
For True and featuring the Rebirth Brass Band and
5th Ward Weebie, this hot tune has a funky New
Orleans style groove with a moderate tempo and
catchy riffs. The trombones get the spotlight to
start with, followed by tight ensemble playing and
later space for an improvised or written trombone
solo. This chart is cool, confident and colorful!
Highly recommended!
10556780 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
C-Jam Blues—Duke Ellington/arr. Mark Taylor.
Here is a new and creative new take on this Duke
Ellington favorite set in a New Orleans street beat
style. A piano introduction sets up the groove then a
small group takes the initial statement of the theme.
The rest of the ensemble enters with a counterline
before the full ensemble launches the solo section
which is designed to feature any number of soloists.
Unique and effective!
10374164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Cheesecake—Dexter Gordon/arr. Rick Stitzel.
This catchy jazz standard is masterfully arranged
here for developing players by Rick Stitzel. Featuring
the sax section on the head, brass on the bridge,
plus a suggested or improvised solo for tenor and
a full ensemble shout chorus, this medium swing
chart will make your band sound great!
10052543 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Come Fly with Me—Jimmy Van Heusen/arr.
John Berry. Most notably recorded by Frank Sinatra,
here is the familiar Jimmy VanHeusen standard
effectively arranged for developing jazz ensembles.
The style is an effortless-sounding medium swing,
and this chart makes it enjoyable for listeners and
players alike!
10083828 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Bad Dog!—Mike Dana.
10999970 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Sing, Sing, Sing—
Louie Prima/arr. Victor Lopez.
2702806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Autumn Leaves—
Joseph Kosma/arr. Peter Blair.
2406361 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Don't Get Around Much Anymore—
Ellington & Russell/arr. Mark Taylor.
10427404 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Hay Burner—Sammy Nestico.
544684 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Flight of the Foo Birds—
Neal Hefti/arr. Peter Blair.
10513893 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Diggin' the New Digs (from "Incredibles 2")—
Michael Giacchino/arr. Paul Murtha.
10960664 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
I'm Getting Sentimental Over You—
George Bassman/arr. Mark Taylor.
10960662 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Blame It on the Blues—Doug Beach.
10999950 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Moanin'—Bobby Timmons/arr. Mark Taylor.
2445690 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
