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JAZZ
ENSEMBLE
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TOP-SELLING HITS
for REDUCED ENSEMBLES
H 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/
arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by the group
Chicago, this signature hit has gone on to
become a rock classic. Paul Murtha's easy
arrangement is playable with very limited
rehearsal time, but still has an authentic and
hard-driving feel. Included are optional solos
or solis for any sax and any brass instrument.
Suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in
all keys are included. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, it also
includes a CD. Highly recommended!
10188529 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
All Star—arr. Paul Murtha. Featured in the
movie "Shrek," this familiar hit by Smash Mouth
has become an enduring part of pop culture.
This arrangement for young players features
the melody passed from section to section,
and the players even get to whistle! Written
or improvised solos can be played by any
combination of alto sax, trumpet, or trombone.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, this will be fun for everyone!
11100172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Alligator Alley—Dean Sorenson. This one's
a New Orleans-style chart that will have the
bayou bouncing! It's an ideal opener and a
great way for young jazzers to learn about
the groove. The features include flexible
instrumentation, written solos, and only four
wind players are needed in addition to the
rhythm section. Highly recommended!
10758597 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 48.00
H April in Paris—Vernon Duke/
arr. Rick Stitzel. Made famous by The Count
Basie Orchestra, here is a great-sounding yet
playable version of this standard for developing
bands. It includes feature spots for every
section and optional written or improvised
solos for trumpet and trombone. This
accessible chart maintains an authentic sound
even in this easy version. It will even sound full
and complete with only 4 saxes, 3 trumpets,
3 trombones and rhythm! Also included are
optional parts for flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F
and tuba. Highly recommended!
10052549 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
H Avenue Swing—Mike Collins-Dowden.
This Mike Collins-Dowden swing-style original
features a hip melody, interesting call-and-
response passages between the saxes and
brass, nice dynamic contrasts, a written or
improv solo for trumpet, and great drum licks.
The tempo is around 144 bpm, the trumpet 1
range is to written E top space, and optional
flute, clarinet and vibes parts are included. Add
in the exceptional ensemble writing, and it's all
you need!
10513871 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
H The Bare Necessities (from "The Jungle
Book")—arr. Paul Murtha. Ever since The Bare
Necessities was first introduced in the classic
movie "The Jungle Book," this catchy tune has
remained a familiar favorite. Featured again in
the 2016 movie, here is an easy arrangement
that will make young jazz bands sound terrific.
Parents, players and audiences will enjoy this
swinging favorite designed especially for young
jazz musicians! Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations.
10617926 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. John Berry.
Originally composed for Weather Report and
released in 1967, Joe Zawinul's quintessential
jazz fusion standard has been recorded by
countless artists through the years. This
chart is a slightly truncated version for young
players that still retains the dynamic feel and
sound of the original. Ideal for young players,
it's scored for standard jazz ensemble with no
solos but is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Always a favorite
and highly recommended!
10960676 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
H Caravan—Duke Ellington/
arr. Michael Sweeney. Everyone will recognize
this Duke Ellington classic! It was one of the
featured works in the 2014 movie "Whiplash"
and uses interesting textures and alternates
between a Latin groove and swing. This is a
very effective production number with limited
technical demands for young players.
2307627 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
H The Chicken—Alfred Ellis/arr. Mike Story.
The original version of The Chicken was
released in 2001 and has been a top seller
every year. Now Mike Story has arranged it for
younger jazz groups without losing the original
style and infectious fun! Beginning with a gospel
style chorale introduction, the band transitions
into a funky rock groove with an easy-to-play
and hip bass line. This outstanding chart for
young jazz bands features a 16-bar suggested
alto sax solo and easy trumpet 1 range to
written E top space. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Don't
miss it! Our highest recommendation!
10303578 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
The Cool One—Benny Golson/
arr. Erik Morales. This Benny Golson standard
is creative in its treatment here as a Latin
cha-cha played at around 152 bpm. The Cool
One features expansive and brilliant ensemble
writing as well as written or improvised solos
for alto sax 1 and trumpet 2. The lead trumpet
range is up to F-sharp top line and the scoring
allows for optional reduced instrumentation
as well as optional parts included for flute and
vibes. Not to be missed for developing groups!
11199006 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
