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2020-21 Jazz Catalog

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42020 Editors' Choice lNew HPepper Basic Library ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 40 JAZZ ENSEMBLE Go to cart VOCAL SOLO WITH JAZZ ENSEMBLE Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)— Antonio Carlos Jobim/arr. Michael Mossman. Recorded by countless jazz artists ranging from Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto to Miles Davis and Frank Sinatra, few songs represent the Bossa Nova era better than Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars. Jobim's refined classic is a welcome addition to any program and this version in particular is ideal for adding variety to any program. There's a solo section for alto saxophone followed by a full ensemble showcase before the vocal or tenor soloist returns. This chart is sure to be a delight for any vocalist or tenor saxophone soloist. Highly recommended! Vocal Key: C 10667336 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00 H Respect—Otis Redding/arr. Roger Holmes. Your female vocalist will love this! Soulful to the "max," this pop hit recorded by Aretha Franklin will be just as much fun for the band, as well as for your tenor soloist. Highly recommended! Vocal Key: B-flat 2472891 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Route 66—Bobby Troup/arr. Mark Taylor. Composed in 1946 and recorded by countless artists over the years, here's a jazz standard that never goes out of style! This medium tempo chart features a shuffle groove and highlight spots for the band trading phrases with a solo trumpet. Don't have a vocalist to feature? No worries, there's an optional tenor saxophone solo part included. Fun for the singer and band alike! Vocal key: F 10617890 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 H Santa Baby—arr. Roger Holmes. Originally recorded by Eartha Kitt in the 1950s, this clever and cute holiday favorite has also been recorded by a wide variety of artists in addition to being featured in the movie "Elf." This medium swing arrangement is a natural for vocal solo with jazz band and is sure to be a highlight of any holiday concert. Highly recommended! Vocal in E-flat. 10317251 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00 Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town—Coots & Gillespie/arr. Dave Wolpe. You'd better watch out, because Dave Wolpe's up-tempo arrangement of this holiday favorite really brings Santa to town! This one features the vocalist in a special way and includes a tenor sax part which can be substituted for the vocal part. Vocal in G. 2227478 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 54.00 Save the Last Dance for Me—Doc Pomus & Mort Shuman/arr. Scott Ragsdale. Recently popularized by Michael Buble, this is a very exciting Latin chart to feature your vocalist with some great ensemble work for the band. Arranged superbly as a bright rhumba by Scott Ragsdale in the key of B-flat modulating to C with a vocal solo range of F below middle C to C third space (optional D). A fine chart! Highly recommended! 10093217 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . .ME 54.00 September—arr. Mark Taylor. Arranged for vocal soloist with jazz ensemble, you're sure to fill the dance floor with this funk classic by Earth, Wind & Fire! The vocal key is C, and an optional tenor sax solo part is included as a substitution for the vocal part. Highly recommended! 10522922 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00 Shallow (from "A Star Is Born")—arr. Rick Stitzel. Featured prominently in the movie "A Star Is Born," the hit song Shallow, recorded by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, enjoyed success on the pop charts as well as winning numerous awards. This classy setting for vocal solo with big band will become an instant success at any concert or event. Don't have a vocal soloist? No problem, an optional tenor sax solo part is included. Highly recommended! Vocal Key: F 11100155 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Silver Bells—arr. Rick Stitzel. Recorded by countless jazz artists through the years, this holiday classic is arranged here in a medium tempo swing style. It features your vocalist or tenor sax soloist and will sound great with limited rehearsal time. A guaranteed holiday concert crowd pleaser! Vocal Key: F 10908986 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Skyfall—Adkins & Epworth/arr. Roger Holmes. From the James Bond blockbuster motion picture "Skyfall", pop superstar Adele hit the airwaves and charts with this powerful and dramatic theme song that blends a soulful rock style with a hint of the signature Bond spy music. Here's a terrific setting for jazz ensemble that features either a tenor sax or vocal soloist. Vocal in C minor. Highly recommended! 10348136 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 So Danco Samba (Jazz 'n' Samba)—Antonio Carlos Jobim/arr. Mark Taylor. Comfortably scored in a moderate samba tempo, this sophisticated setting of the classic Jobim melody includes lyrics for performance in either Portuguese or English. No vocalist? No problem, since an optional tenor saxophone solo part is included. Vocal Keys: C and E-flat. 10908980 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Someone to Watch Over Me—George Gershwin/ arr. Dave Wolpe. One of the sweetest ballads ever written! This Gershwin standard was featured in the movie "Mr. Holland's Opus," and is perfect for featuring your talented singer. Jazz Band parts are all at the medium-easy level, and the vocal range is moderate. A real gem! Vocal in G. 2381960 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 54.00 Stormy Weather—Harold Arlen/arr. Jerry Nowak. Harold Arlen's great classic provides an outstanding and bluesy showcase for any vocalist! This excellent chart will undoubtedly become one of your favorites! Vocal in F. 2212108 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Straighten Up and Fly Right—Cole & Mills/ arr. Dave Wolpe. At about 148 beats per minute, this medium swinger is arranged in two keys for flexibility. The high key is A-flat with the range from E-flat first line to third space C, treble clef. The low key is E-flat and the range is from B-flat below middle C to second line G. There is also a short written tenor sax solo and a great shout chorus. A true classic from Nat King Cole! 10277795 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 62.00 Summertime (from "Porgy and Bess")— George Gershwin/arr. Dave Wolpe. What a wonderfully sultry feature for your vocal soloist! Gershwin's beautiful ballad is given the Wolpe treatment...the band simply smolders under the vocal line that everybody knows. After the first verse, the band gets a chance to show some flames of its own on a chorus before the vocalist returns. An optional solo part for tenor sax is included for added flexibility. Vocals in C minor. 2423333 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 52.00 H Sway (Quien Sera)—Pablo Beltran Ruiz/arr. Mark Taylor. Recorded most recently by Michael Buble, here is a smooth arrangement of this appealing Latin tune for vocal soloist (or optional tenor sax). The instrumental section features saxes answered by the brass. This is a natural sounding feature for any vocalist! 10098760 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Sweet Home Chicago—Robert Johnson/arr. Rick Stitzel. Made famous by the Blues Brothers, this arrangement for vocal soloist (optional tenor sax) features a driving shuffle groove along with the distinctive stop-time spots and classic background riffs. Definitely a fun chart anywhere, not just Chicago! 11208476 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . .M 55.00 Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Victor Lopez. Check out this vocal with big-band chart on one of the most familiar jazz standards! It swings at 152 bpm, the key is F and the vocal range is A below middle C to 3rd space C, treble clef. There are no instrumental solos, and the lead trumpet range is to G on top of the staff. Plus, there are optional solo instrumental parts for B-flat, E-flat and bass clef instruments to be used in lieu of the vocal solo. A great tune, and a great chart! Accessible and highly recommended! 10355622 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Any Instrument) . . . . .ME 54.00 They Can't Take That Away from Me—George Gershwin/arr. Dave Wolpe. Here's the Gershwin classic for solo vocalist arranged by Dave Wolpe! Arranged in two keys for vocal flexibility (just flip the page for the desired key), this chart features a nice, relaxed swing feel, just like the original! There's a great middle section that will also shine the spotlight on the band. Wolpe knows how to make your vocalist sound fantastic and how to keep the band happy with some Sinatra style ensemble writing. Vocal range low key: Bb below middle C to third line Bb, high key range: first line Eb to fourth space Eb. A winner! Highly recommended! Vocal in Bb or Eb. 2480790 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . . .M 62.00 This Is Me (from "The Greatest Showman")— arr. Mark Taylor. From the hit movie "The Greatest Showman," this rock anthem is a showstopper and a great choice for a vocal soloist (or tenor saxophone) with big band. This one is powerfully scored for both the band and the soloist. Vocal Key: C Major 10908984 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 This Masquerade—Leon Russell/arr. Rick Stitzel. Although he wasn't the first to record this familiar rock ballad, George Benson was responsible for its widespread popularity thanks to his huge hit recording in 1976. Beautifully arranged for vocal soloist (or optional tenor saxophone) with jazz ensemble, here is Rick Stitzel's setting complete with sultry lines and smokey harmonies. Vocal Key: G minor 11100148 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 Time after Time—Cyndi Lauper/arr. Paul Murtha. This timeless ballad released by Cyndi Lauper in 1984 is as popular now as ever. In a style faithful to the original recording, here is a fabulous setting for jazz ensemble with vocal soloist. Don't have a vocal soloist? There are no worries because an optional tenor sax solo part is included. Beautifully paced and solidly scored! Vocal key: C 10842279 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist (or Tenor Sax) . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00 EXCELLENT JAZZ CHARTS with CHOIR or VOCAL ENSEMBLE Great for combined performances with your school's choir or vocal ensemble! I Can't Believe That You're in Love with Me—Jimmy McHugh/ arr. Darmon Meader. Feature your vocal quartet or SATB vocal ensemble with your jazz ensemble! Plus, this chart also includes an additional part for vocal soloist if you prefer. A medium-swing arrangement by Darmon Meader, the musical director and chief arranger of the sensational jazz vocal group, The New York Voices, this was arranged for them with jazz ensemble. The solo vocal range is from G below middle C up to F top line, treble clef. The lead trumpet range is to high D above the staff. Jazz vocal quartets/groups are happening! 10069098 Jazz Ensemble & Vocal Group (or Vocal Solo). . . . . . . . . MA 62.00 I Could Write a Book—Richard Rodgers/arr. Darmon Meader. Have a jazz vocal group or quartet? Here is a stunning chart arranged by Darmon Meader, the musical director and chief arranger of the jazz vocal group New York Voices. This stellar tune is scored for SATB voices and jazz ensemble. Also included are female or male solo parts in the event you want to perform it as a vocal solo feature. The vocal group arrangement and the jazz ensemble chart are both superb. Solo vocal ranges: female part is G below middle C to top space E; male part is D below middle C to G above treble staff. Check out this outstanding chart! Highly recommended! 10049782 Jazz Ensemble & Vocal Group (or Vocal Solo). . . . . . . . . MA 62.00 It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)—Duke Ellington/ arr. Mike Carubia. This one is pure Duke Ellington magic! The band really cooks, and the support for the vocal lines is just right. Give this one a serious look if you've got some hot vocal jazzers! Vocals in F. 2325017 Jazz Ensemble & Vocal Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 54.00 H On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever)—Burton Lane/arr. Darmon Meader. Jazz vocal quartet, jazz choir or an individual vocal soloist...any way you like it, this is a great chart! It's arranged by Darmon Meader, the musical director and chief arranger for the New York Voices. This chart is for SATB choir and jazz ensemble, but also includes a solo vocal part for performances by a vocal soloist and jazz ensemble. A swing chart with wonderful jazz harmonies throughout, it has a written vocal scat solo plus a written tenor sax solo. The lead trumpet range is to written B above the staff. If you have the vocalists, it doesn't get better than this! Highly recommended! 10093219 Jazz Ensemble & Vocal Group (or Vocal Solo). . . . . . . . . MA 62.00 Y O U R M U S I C . O U R N E T W O R K .

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