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BALLADS medium to advanced
Chelsea Bridge—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Gregory
Yasinitsky. Ah, the beautiful ballad by Billy
Strayhorn, arranged by Greg Yasinitsky. This
chart is full of lush textures, a few sax solis, a few
modulations, a 2nd trumpet written solo melody
and lead trumpet range to written A above the staff.
Every performance needs a ballad, and this one is
truly superb!
10093203 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
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A Child Is Born—Thad Jones. Composed and
arranged by Thad Jones, this is an absolutely
gorgeous ballad in 3/4 that is a "must" for any good
jazz library! It's one of the most "tasteful" jazz charts
ever written!
543421 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 48.00
H Come Sunday—Duke Ellington/arr. John
Fedchock. Now in print for the first time, this was
originally written in 1987 for the Richard Stoltzman
album titled Ebony, featuring the Woody Herman
Big Band. Duke Ellington's Come Sunday featured
Stoltsman as a clarinet soloist. John Fedchock
modified it sometime later to make it a baritone
saxophone solo feature and added a trombone
4 part to cover the original baritone sax part.
Fedchock's chart is absolutely gorgeous, featuring
lush harmonies, a few woodwind doubles, beautiful
ensemble sections, and a double-time section for
the ensemble. The baritone sax solo is both written
and improvised and features a wonderful cadenza
at the end. Highly recommended!
10517469 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . A 65.00
Curveball—Paul Baker. Featuring a tenor
saxophone soloist, Curveball is in the style of the
Ray Charles big band. It opens with huge ensemble
brass and bluesy sax lines that switch in and out
of a double-time swing feel. The navigation from
swing ballad style, double-time feel, and true
medium swing and the return to the original swing
ballad style helps to define the chart throughout.
A soulful melody for the soloist, which is written
and improvised, is icing on the cake, along with
an improvised solo and cadenzas at the end. Brass
ranges: trumpet to written high D and trombone to
written G. This is a real powerhouse chart for the
entire band and an important addition to the tenor
sax solo repertoire!
10999408 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile)—Santana
& Coster/arr. Eric Richards. One of Carlos Santana's
more memorable compositions is this instrumental
hit from 1976. Along with Santana's own recording,
the version by saxophonist Gato Barbieri also
became a hit that same year. This solo feature for
tenor saxophone features a haunting melody and
the sensual style of the original and is authentically
recreated in this version for full jazz ensemble. The
tenor solo is a combination of written melodies with
options for improvisation. Here's a great way to
feature your star tenor player!
10625167 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
H God Bless the Child—Herzog & Holiday/
arr. Sammy Nestico. Here's the trombone solo/
section feature you've been looking for! This great
jazz standard, first popularized by co-writer and
singer Billie Holiday, is an ideal solo/soli vehicle
for trombones. Sammy's chart is not only lush and
beautiful, but it makes perfect sense!
2261535 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Goodbye, Pork Pie Hat—Charles Mingus/arr.
Andrew Homzy. This beautiful arrangement of
Charles Mingus' signature ballad features altos
and trumpets playing the melody off the top,
then later adds the entire ensemble. Sample
written solos are provided for the short solo or
soli spots for trumpet and trombone and there are
also notated piano voicings and bass lines. Here
is a more accessible version of this lovely tune
that will be a great introduction to the music of
Mingus for developing players. Optional parts are
also included for flute, clarinet and F horn. A jazz
classic that is highly recommended!
10005177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat—Charles Mingus/arr.
Alan Baylock. Alan Baylock has created a sonic
landscape for the full ensemble and a tenor
saxophone soloist from one of Charles Mingus'
most lovely and soulful ballads. The tenor gets
the spotlight with an elongated introduction
and cadenzas at the end while the full band is
highlighted with beautifully scored ensemble
passages in between. The lead trumpet range is
to written B-flat, and optional parts are included for
flute and vibes. Ideal as a festival change-of-pace
selection, it's also perfect for almost any program.
A truly superb setting!
10867433 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
Grace—Jones & Lubbock/arr. Quincy Jones &
Sammy Nestico. From the acclaimed CD Basie &
Beyond comes this emotional ballad for tenor or
soprano sax that will touch the hearts of performers
and audiences alike. Lush chords and a tender
piano introduction set the mood, and the rest is
simply sensational. Nice!
2454171 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Harlem Nocturne—Earle Hagen/arr. Mike
Tomaro. This standard from the 1940s has been
recorded countless times and remains a staple
in the jazz literature. Mike Tomaro's creative
treatment shines new and invigorating light on the
tune, with a contemporary shuffle groove and fresh
harmonies. Solos for alto sax and piano will round
out your performance with class and style!
2472884 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
H Here's That Rainy Day—Jimmy Van Heusen/arr.
Dee Barton. The famous version as performed by
the Stan Kenton Band!
2364370 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
I Remember Clifford—Benny Golson/arr. Sammy
Nestico. Benny Golson's tribute to Clifford Brown
has been a jazz favorite for years, and in the hands
of Sammy Nestico you won't find a better flugelhorn
feature. Absolutely gorgeous!
2249365 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
I Remember Clifford—Benny Golson/arr. Erik
Morales. This Benny Golson ballad has become a
standard trumpet or flugelhorn solo feature over the
years. This chart is a gorgeous straight-eighth ballad
at around 70 bpm that features a flugel soloist while
the entire ensemble shines. The flugelhorn solo is
entirely written, with some suggested improvisation
also included. A brief double-time section lets the
ensemble and soloist stretch out for variety. The lead
trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff, and
optional flute and vibraphone parts come with the
set. Highly recommended!
11198980 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 54.00
I'm Getting Sentimental Over You—George
Bassman/arr. Rick Hirsch. Here's a wonderful
update of Tommy Dorsey's classic theme song. It's
totally playable by high school jazz bands, yet it also
sounds great with college and professional groups.
It's written as a trombone feature throughout (with
optional solo parts included for B-flat and E-flat
instruments), although super-high Dorsey-esque
chops are not required. The solo is mostly written
with a section of improvising around the melody
and ad lib fills at the end. Alternate solo parts for
trumpet and saxophone are included, as well as
optional parts for Clarinet, Flute, Vibes, and French
Horn (doubling the Trombone 1 part). The bass and
piano parts are fully notated. An outstanding ballad
feature for any program!
10371015 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 58.00
In a Sentimental Mood—Duke Ellington/arr.
Mike Tomaro. Here's a chart that everyone should
get to know! Duke Ellington's classic ballad is
the perfect opportunity to feature your star tenor
sax player. With flowing melodies and a lush
orchestration, this is the perfect ballad for contests
or festivals.
2406312 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
In Your Own Sweet Way—Dave Brubeck/arr.
John Wasson. One of the most famous of all Dave
Brubeck works, this ballad has been recorded by
such luminaries as Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, John
Coltrane, and Wes Montgomery. Set here in an easy
flowing swing style, John Wasson's chart takes full
advantage of the many colors of the entire jazz
ensemble along with a rich harmonic palette. Solo
space is included for alto saxophone and trumpet.
11100144 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Isfahan—Ellington & Strayhorn/arr. Alan Baylock.
This is the alto sax ballad feature you have been
looking for! Put together the brilliant composers Billy
Strayhorn and Duke Ellington with superb arranger
Alan Baylock, and you will have an outstanding
musical experience. This chart is not technically
difficult, but it's lush and full of moving lines and
nuances. The lead trumpet range is to written A
above the staff, there is no improvisation for the alto
soloist, just the beautiful Strayhorn melody! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10071902 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 58.00
Just When I'm Thinkin' 'Bout You—Rob
Vuono, Jr.. Beautifully written in a slow swing
style, this impressive swing ballad is an excellent
showcase for your lead trombone player. Rob
keeps the ranges modest throughout, yet achieves
a most sophisticated sound by way of a well-
crafted melody, paired with a distinctive set of
chord changes and well-written ensembles. The
solo is accessible and melodic, plus there is terrific
ensemble writing for the full ensemble. The rhythm
section parts are fully notated along with chord
changes to ensure success. Sure to be a favorite in
any book, this chart has the timeless feel of a true
standard. Highly recommended!
10050263 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
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Lifelong Friends—Kris Berg. Kris Berg has
composed a beautiful, sensitive and mature solo
feature for B-flat, E-flat instruments or trombone.
The ensemble is equally important in this setting
at around 74 bpm that transitions from the ballad
style to a double-time section with the soloist
and then back to the ballad style. While the solo
part is written, there are ample opportunities for
improvisation. The lead trumpet range is to written
high C. This is an outstanding chart and ideal
vehicle for your advanced soloist.
10513940 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Lush Life—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Mike Kamuf.
Lush Life is one of the finest ballads ever by a
brilliant composer and gifted arranger. As played
at around 88 bpm and moving into a double-time
bossa section leading into the finale, you'll enjoy
every measure of this excellent chart. The solos
are only on the written melody for alto saxophone
and trumpet with no improvisation. Included is
an optional vibes part and optional wind parts for
expanded instrumentations. You'll love this chart!
10756394 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
Memories of You—Eubie Blake/arr. Terry White.
Based on the version recorded by Clifford Brown
accompanied by strings, this marvelous ballad
from 1930 provides trumpet or flugel soloists the
perfect opportunity to showcase their lyrical chops.
The written solo part features a modest range and
sample phrases adapted directly from Clifford
Brown's recording. Beautifully effective!
10842275 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
My Foolish Heart—Victor Young/arr. Dave Rivello.
My Foolish Heart is a gorgeous ballad feature for
alto saxophone. This chart is lush with beautiful
textures but very accessible to the medium grade
level. Lead trumpet range is to written A above
the staff, and everything is written out for the
alto sax soloist with changes provided for some
improvisation or ornamentation. A nice modulation
leads to a more improv-like section for the soloist
and a piano solo break leads to a full band feature
section. Highly recommended!
10011959 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
H My Funny Valentine—Richard Rodgers/arr. Bill
Holman. As originally recorded by the great Charlie
Mariano with the Stan Kenton Orchestra, this is
a must-have ballad feature for alto saxophone.
Let your alto player (or trumpet...parts provided
for either) shine on this popular standard!
Instrumentation: 5-5-5-4.
10076371 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
H Over the Rainbow—Harold Arlen/arr. Alan
Baylock. Do you have two trumpet players to
showcase? Here is a ballad everybody knows,
scored as a trumpet duet feature. Everything is
written, no improvised solos, the lead trumpet
range is to C above the staff and the second part
is to written A. Lyrical and melodic, this chart is
a sure-fire crowd pleaser impeccably arranged by
Alan Baylock! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10093177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
H Pure Imagination—Bricusse & Newley/arr. Craig
Skeffington. If you haven't heard this gorgeous
ballad from "Willie Wonka and the Chocolate
Factory," now is the time. A sensational and easy-
to-play alto sax solo feature, this arrangement is
scored with lush harmonies and backgrounds. The
lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff,
the alto sax solo is entirely written out and optional
parts are included for expanded instrumentation.
Newsflash: this will be your new favorite tune!
10068800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
Round Midnight—Monk & Williams/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Few jazz ballads have been performed as
often as this one. It makes a wonderful solo vehicle
for alto sax in this sensitive arrangement, which
includes a double-time feel that alternates with
the traditional ballad tempo. With beautiful lines
and striking harmonies, this arrangement is a real
standout, and a great way to feature your alto soloist!
2701399 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
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Round Midnight—Monk & Williams/arr. Dave
Wolpe. Dave Wolpe sets this timeless and beautiful
Cootie Williams and Thelonious Monk classic as
a flugelhorn feature. The band and soloist get to
stretch out some in a double time interlude before
returning to the lyrical ballad style. This chart is
everything you would want it to be. Great tune,
great chart! Highly recommended!
10049734 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
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Samantha—Sammy Nestico. Originally written for
and played by Bud Shank, this showpiece for alto sax
features a wide dynamic range and calls for a soft,
smooth approach to background figures. Although
written solo lines are provided throughout, the main
solo chorus includes chord changes for players with
improvisation chops. The chart closes out with a solo
cadenza over a sustained ensemble chord.
10283500 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
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Medium-Advanced
Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most—
Tommy Wolf/arr. Kris Berg.
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Samantha—Sammy Nestico.
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Round Midnight—
Monk & Williams/arr. Dave Wolpe.
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Curveball—Paul Baker.
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Lifelong Friends—Kris Berg.
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