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H Bohemian Rhapsody—Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick
Hirsch. Yes, this is for real! Queen's magnum opus,
in a jazz language, orchestrated for big band, with
jazz solos for Trombone (also cued in Trumpet 5/
Flugelhorn) and Alto or Baritone Sax thrown in for
good measure. Additional features include multiple
tempos and feels ranging from 76 to 304 bpm, to
styles including an a cappella sax soli introduction,
jazz ballad with double time, shuffle, and swing
sections culminating in a rubato ending. This is a
major work for jazz ensemble at 9 to 10 minutes
that students and players will want to work on. Solid
saxophone parts, tempo changes, mature brass
figures, and a whole lot of fun! Instrumentation:
5 Saxes (AATTB), 5 Trumpets (on Flugelhorns), 4
Trombones (3 Tenors and 1 Bass), Guitar, Piano,
Bass and Drums, with optional parts for Flute and
Vibes. The lead trumpet range goes to written high
D with an optional F, and the rhythm section parts
are fully notated.
10371013 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Celia—Bud Powell/arr. Mark Taylor. Using a
combination of hip-hop and up-tempo swing,
here's a marvelous take on Bud Powell's bebop
classic. A front line of alto, tenor and trumpet are
featured off the top followed by an extended soli for
the entire trumpet section. Solo space is provided
for tenor sax, then a sax soli and ensemble shout
round things out in this impressive chart!
10759326 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Does This Chart Make Me Look Phat?—Gordon
Goodwin. In the style of Sammy Nestico and Count
Basie, this medium swing chart is full of nuances.
Included is solo space for all saxes, trumpet 4,
and trombone 1. At about 110 bpm, this is truly a
wonderful chart that will satisfy any mature band. As
recorded by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band.
10452168 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Don't Git Sassy (Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
Signature Edition)—Thad Jones. Along with Big
Dipper, Don't Git Sassy is one of the most familiar
charts from the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra's
repertoire. As recorded on their Live at the Village
Vanguard album, this spirited shuffle puts proficient
bands through the paces.
10754225 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Doodle Oodle—Billy Byers. As recorded by
the Count Basie Orchestra on their album Count
Basie's Finest Hour, Doodle Oodle is a barnburning
Billy Byers original. In usual Basie fashion, this
chart swings its tail off with incredible ensemble
passages and provides for plenty of solo space for
both tenor saxophonists to dual it out. Dramatic
and flashy from beginning to end, this chart is
guaranteed to be a band and audience favorite!
10759912 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Giant Steps—John Coltrane/arr. Mark Taylor.
Here's a fresh take on a traditional jazz standard.
The style is still up-tempo swing, and the saxes
maintain a fair share of the spotlight along with
ensemble hits and solo spots for drums; however,
there is a brief excursion into 5/4 and a few other
meter surprises that help give this outstanding chart
a contemporary edge. Highly recommended!
10052510 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Groove Merchant (Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
Signature Edition)—Jerome Richardson/arr.
Thad Jones. As recorded by the Thad Jones-
Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Central Park North
album, this great collaboration between band
member Jerome Richardson and Thad Jones has
become an established standard for better bands.
It's a mighty swinger with an edgy melodic line,
contemporary voicings, and lots of section work
that's guaranteed to bring audiences to their feet.
10754227 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
I Just Can't Wait to Be King—Elton John/arr.
Gordon Goodwin. From the Disney movie "The Lion
King," Gordon Goodwin has crafted a hot jazz shuffle
that goes and then goes even more! A showcase for
alto and trumpet with a unison melody line and solo
space for each player, it includes plenty of energy,
zip, attitude and a hot shout chorus section. This
chart roars! Highly recommended!
10012009 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Inner Urge—Joe Henderson/arr. Mark Taylor.
Composed by jazz legend Joe Henderson, this
up-tempo burner from Mark Taylor features a
mesmerizing groove and masterful scoring. The
rhythm section sets the groove and then a trio of
tenor, guitar and vibes carries the melody, while
layers of sound are gradually added creating a
powerhouse effect. Solo space is included for tenor
saxophone and guitar, and there are feature spots
for the brass section and later the saxophones.
A great chart on a great tune!
10617872 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
June Is Bustin' Out All Over—Richard Rodgers/
arr. Bill Holman. The title says it all for this cooking
chart by Bill Holman, as recorded on the album
Bill Holman's Great Big Band! Set in an up-tempo
swing style with some alternating 3/4 and 4/4
meters, this fantastic chart has ample solo space
for alto saxophone and trumpet that leads to a
flourishing climatic shout chorus making it ideal for
any performance!
11100471 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Miles' Big Band Dojo—Rick Hirsch. Miles' Big
Band Dojo is an up-tempo swinger bookended
by rubato statements of the exotic main theme,
which is derived from a pentatonic mode found
in traditional Japanese music. Its exciting big
band writing has memorable melodies and is a
great vehicle to feature your alto and trumpet
soloists. This chart was written for Miles Osland's
celebration of 30 years of masterful teaching at the
University of Kentucky. Rhythm section parts are
notated as needed, and several alternate parts are
included in the set for expanded instrumentation.
Sophisticated, creative and appealing!
10999423 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
On Green Dolphin Street—Bronislau Kaper/
arr. Gordon Goodwin. Recorded and released
by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band as a digital
single, this chart is an homage to Oscar Peterson.
It's a solo feature including separate solo parts for
piano, C instruments, alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet
and trombone. The tempo is around 250 bpm; the
lead trumpet range is to written high F. Alto sax 1
doubles soprano sax and alto sax 2 doubles flute. A
tour-de-force chart!
10353484 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Out the Window—Adam Larson. Commissioned
by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Educators
Association for the 2020 Illinois All-State Jazz
Ensemble, this Adam Larson multidimensional
swing composition provides musical challenges
to all sections of the band with meter changes,
saxophone soli sections, and textural scoring. In
addition to the wonderful ensemble writing, the open
solo section provides space for soloists to stretch
out. A great choice for experienced ensembles!
10980723 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l Rabble Rouser—Billy Byers. The Count Basie
Orchestra has been doing "barn burner" charts
better than almost any other big band. This Billy
Byers original starts out hot and never cools down.
The tenor saxophone is the chosen soloist, and
the full ensemble writing just keeps on keepin' on.
Talk about lifting your audience out of their chairs -
Wow! This one will do it.
11202780 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
H
Rhapsody in Blue—George Gershwin/arr. Gordon
Goodwin. This is a tour-de-force arrangement by
Gordon Goodwin of Gershwins's masterpiece. If you
can cut it, then play it because it will truly warrant
a standing ovation. The sax doubles call for piccolo
(alto 1), clarinet/flute (alto 2) and bass clarinet
(bari). The second alto part has the well-known
clarinet solo. This chart has it all...the thematic
material, swing, key changes, solo space for alto,
tenor, bari, trumpet and trombone and lead trumpet
range to written high F. The percussion part calls
for mallets and tympani. Overall, a grasp of both
jazz and classical concepts will make this chart
stand apart from anything else. As recorded by the
Big Phat Band.
10093211 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
10282497 CD-That's How We Roll . . . . .18.98
Roman Notes—John La Barbera. Featuring
a hard groovin' 12/8 feel, this John LaBarbera
original serves as an alto saxophone feature that
also puts the entire band through its paces. The
skilled scoring makes this sound harder than it
really is, making this a great choice for festivals
and contests. As recorded by the John LaBarbera
Big Band on Caravan.
10462700 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
The Rotten Kid—Buddy Greco/arr. Dick Grove.
As recorded by the Buddy Rich Big Band on the
album The New One, this great arrangement is full
of fire and energy. Set as an up-tempo shuffle, it's
a wonderful chart to feature lots of soloists along
with dynamic ensemble writing throughout. There's
solo space for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone
and trombone, allowing each to blow as long as
they would like. In addition, this tune features a
saxophone soli, a short trumpet section soli (a la
Dizzy), and climaxes with a great shout chorus. The
Rotten Kid will be an outstanding opener or closer
for any concert program!
10455882 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
4 The Send-Off—Pete McGuinness. If you've got a
band full of aces, this chart is for you! You will need
flugelhorns for the entire trumpet section to get the
sound you want to hear. Winding lines and top-notch
ensemble writing make this chart something special.
It is a great chart for the more advanced big band.
11206080 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
4 A Shade of Jade—Joe Henderson/arr. Alan
Baylock. This Joe Henderson jazz standard is a
terrific vehicle for more advanced jazz ensembles
with solo space for tenor 1 and drum set. The lead
trumpet range is up to written high D. At 128 bpm,
this hard-swinging chart cooks every measure.
High-energy swing and first-class writing!
11198968 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .62.00
H 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 . . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
l The Singing Oyster (Pro Edition)—Dee Barton.
This is one of the most popular charts on The Jazz
Compositions of Dee Barton recording by the Stan
Kenton Orchestra. This is the original arrangement
as recorded by Kenton. Starting lightly with
unison saxophones, the chart then adds brass
backgrounds growing in intensity and leading to a
trumpet solo followed by some of the coolest (and
most challenging) ensemble writing ever. There is
a good bit of unison line playing by everyone in the
band. The drums then bring the full band into a
shout chorus that lifts you out of your chair. There
is a return to the lighter side for a bit and then back
to the roaring shout!
11202793 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
l The Singing Oyster (Edited Edition)—Dee Barton/
arr. Bob Curnow. This is one of the most popular
charts on The Jazz Compositions of Dee Barton
recording by the Stan Kenton Orchestra. This
is an edited version arranged for standard
big band instrumentation. Starting lightly with
unison saxophones, the chart then adds brass
backgrounds, growing in intensity and leading to
a trumpet solo, followed by some of the greatest
ensemble writing ever. There is a good bit of unison
line playing by everyone in the band. The drums
then bring the full band into a shout chorus that lifts
you out of your chair!
11202794 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
H Spain—Chick Corea/arr. John LaBarbera. This
monster arrangement is the authentic version
as recorded by Bill Watrous and his Manhattan
Wildlife Refuge in the mid '70s. The signature
lines and blazing tempo of Chick Corea's classic
are transformed into a roaring chart for big band
by master arranger John LaBarbera. Alto 1 doubles
flute, and alto 2 doubles soprano sax.
10052511 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
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Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Sing, Sing, Sing—
Louis Prima/arr. Gordon Goodwin.
10311471 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Big Dipper (Vanguard Jazz Orchestra
Signature Edition)—Thad Jones.
10754221 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Spain—Chick Corea/arr. John LaBarbera.
10052511 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Groove Merchant
(Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Signature Edition)
—Jerome Richardson/arr. Thad Jones.
10754227 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Bohemian Rhapsody—
Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick Hirsch.
10371013 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
