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JAZZ COMBO CHARTS
Jazz Combo Charts
All Levels
Absolute Zero—Bob Turner. This modern fusion,
flexible instrumentation combo chart features two
solo sections with a written solo for trumpet 1 in
the first section and a written solo for tenor sax in
the second section. Chords are written into all horn
parts to allow for open soloing by any player or you
can simply play the chart as written and find a great
groove! Flexibility is the key to this chart. It can be
played with a 4, 5 or 6 horn ensemble and rhythm
section. Additional horn parts are included so it can
be played with virtually any combination of horns.
10454489 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Afro Blue—Mongo Santamaria/arr. Michael
Mossman. Even though this is scored by Michael
Philip Mossman for just six horns in the Little Big
Band Series, the writing is sophisticated and full
sounding. Written in 3/4, but featuring an Afro-
Cuban 6/8 groove, this marvelous chart includes
solos for tenor or trumpet. Instrumentation: 3
saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, rhythm section
with optional additional parts for alto sax, tenor sax
and trombone.
10074146 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
After You've Gone—Turner Layton/arr. Chris
Sharp. This gaslight era classic features written-
out improv-type solos for two instruments and an
unforgettable shout chorus! Instrumentation is 2
tpts., 1 tbn. and 3 saxes plus gtr., bs. drms. and
pno. 4 alternate wind parts are provided as well for
flex instrumentation.
11401763 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 40.00
Afternoon in Paris—John Lewis/arr. Michael
Philip Mossman. This John Lewis standard is
flexibly arranged for four horns and rhythm section
in this small-group chart. Set in a medium swing
style, the chart includes background figures behind
the soloists and ensemble soli sections. Much
more than just a head chart! Additionally, online
recordings from the publisher include rhythm-
section-only tracks. Check out this arrangement of
a familiar jazz standard!
11105236 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four Horns
& Rhythm Section) . . . . . .M 40.00
All Blues—Miles Davis/arr. Michael Sweeney.
This masterful jazz standard from Miles Davis'
Kind of Blue album is notated here in 3/4 for young
players. Inexperienced jazz players will have fun
and enhance their musical skills while learning
to listen, phrase, and improvise in a small-group
environment. Flexibly scored for four+ horns, three
rhythm, and optional guitar, it's ideal for available
combinations of instruments. With suggested
solos and chord/scale sheets in all keys included,
it's well suited to emerging small-group players.
For additional listening, online audio tracks are
available from the publisher. Here's a great musical
introduction to Miles Davis!
11100205 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four-Plus Horns
& Rhythm Section) . . . . . . E 25.00
Alright, Okay, You Win—Wyche & Watts/
arr. John Berry. Made famous by Peggy Lee and
recorded by countless jazz artists, this wonderful
standard is a fun chart for combos to swing with.
Scored for four horns and rhythm section, with
flexible instrumentation.
2470892 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . . E 30.00
Angled Angels—arr. Bob Turner. This holiday
chart is a down-and-dirty funk chart based on the
traditional favorite Angels We Have Heard on High.
With a nice feel, it features syncopated rhythms,
an interesting chord progression, and a written
or improvised solo for tenor saxophone. Flexible
instrumentation is a highlight in that it can be played
with four, five or six winds with rhythm section.
Additional parts are included so that it can be played
with virtually any combination of winds and rhythm
section. Also available as a standard big-band chart
(Pepper number 10517622), this will be a favorite
for holiday concerts and community events!
10517614 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Attitude Dance—arr. Mark Taylor. Celebrating
more than 40 years of funk and soul, the
unmistakable sound of Tower of Power still sounds
as fresh and impressive as ever. This adaptation
for six horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone) and
rhythm section features the blazing horn lines and
driving groove of the original. Optional parts are
included for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone 2.
10283054 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
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). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Be Cool—Bob Turner. This tune simmers on low
- but don't let that fool you. The melody is slick,
and when set against the backdrop of the brass hits
you have a great chart that is accessible to many
groups due to the flexible combo instrumentation.
There is a solo for tenor sax that is written or can
be improvised. Program this chart for some great
variety in your next program.
11208215 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Before There Was Rock—Bob Turner. This
'50s-style rock chart is reminiscent of rock 'n' roll
bands from that time. Scored for a small combo
setting, this has a fun old-school vibe that students
will love to play. There is a solo for tenor saxophone
that can be played either as written or improvised.
11354652 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Besame Mucho—arr. John Berry. This Latin
favorite arranged for small groups features flexible
instrumentation options, easy scoring and brief
solos written into all the parts. The parts include:
Part 1 - Trumpet or Alto Sax; Part 2 - Alto Sax or
Trumpet; Part 3 - Tenor Sax, Alto Sax or Trombone;
Part 4 - Trombone or Tenor Sax, plus Piano, Bass,
Drums and optional Guitar. Also included are
suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all keys.
Accessible for younger players!
10461412 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . . E 30.00
Billie's Bounce—Charlie Parker/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Here's a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by
Charlie Parker. In the Little Big Band format, it starts
out in a funk style then alternates with swing. The
soloists have an opportunity to improvise in both
styles. The small-band instrumentation is: six horns
(ATB saxes, two trumpets and one trombone) plus
four rhythm with optional additional parts included
for alto, tenor and trombone.
10617898 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. Rick Stitzel. Joe
Zawinul and Weather Report turned the jazz world
on its ear with this iconic fusion composition from
their 1977 album Heavy Weather. Arranged here
for six horns and rhythm section, this version
retains all the drive and uplifting energy of the
original. Instrumentation: six horns (ATB saxes,
two trumpets, one trombone) plus four rhythm
with optional additional parts for alto, tenor and
trombone. Perfect for smaller programs, or
additional ensemble opportunities!
10617894 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Curacao Blue—Zachary Smith.
11400504 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Gimme Samba Dat!—arr. Chris Sharp.
11401753 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
In Other Words—arr. Chris Sharp.
11401759 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 35.00
Mano y Mambo—arr. Chris Sharp.
11401769 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Night and Day—Cole Porter/arr. Victor Lopez.
11400566 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
The Squirrel from Pasadena—arr. Chris Sharp.
11401755 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
Swingle Bells—James Pierpont/arr. Chris Sharp.
11401757 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
OPTIONAL EXPANDED
INSTRUMENTATION CHARTS -
NEW TITLES FOR 2022
You most likely have students in your concert band that want to have a jazz experience,
but play nontraditional jazz instruments. These new charts are arranged for standard big
band instrumentation, but have optional parts included for flute, clarinet, horn in F, and
often baritone and tuba. Almost everyone can participate with these great charts.
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