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JAZZ COMBO CHARTS
Blackbird—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mark Taylor.
The haunting and distinctive Blackbird, from The
Beatles' White Album, is adapted here in a moderate
and soft samba style in the Little Big Band format.
Trumpet and alto sax are featured on the melody and
for written or improvised solos. This creative chart
also has some nice ensemble trades with the drums.
Flexibly scored for three saxes, two trumpets, one
trombone, and four rhythm with optional additional
parts for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
10909026 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Blue Bossa—Kenny Dorham/arr. Mark Taylor.
Sounding full and richly varied, here is a great
six-horn chart on the timeless Kenny Dorham
jazz standard. The melody is first stated by a trio
of trumpet, tenor and guitar followed by the full
ensemble, then solo sections for trumpet and
tenor. Scored for 6 horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets 1
trombone) plus rhythm section with optional parts
included for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
Highly recommended!
10374158 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Blue Skies—Irving Berlin/arr. Mark Taylor.
Here's a creative and unique version of this
familiar Irving Berlin standard that alternates
between samba and swing styles. Featuring
intricate and effective six horn scoring with solos
for tenor sax and/or guitar, this is a terrific full-
blown production for little big band. Scored for
6 horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone) plus
rhythm section with optional parts included for
alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
10374154 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
The Blues Walk—Clifford Brown/arr. Paul Murtha.
This classic riff tune from Clifford Brown, in a
moderate swing style, gives even young players a
great opportunity to learn style and small group
playing. Flexibly scored for four-plus horns, 3
rhythm and optional guitar, it's perfect for available
combinations of instruments. The included suggested
solos and chord/scale sheets will help novice soloists
learn soloing skills. Online audio tracks are available
from the publisher as an additional instructional tool.
This classic tune is natural for younger players in a
small group environment!
11100203 Combo with Online
Audio Access
(Four-Plus Horns
& Rhythm Section) . . . . . . E 25.00
Clambake—Rick Hirsch. Warning: this tune is
extremely catchy and may not leave you alone!
Clambake is built upon a classic Bo Diddley groove,
and written in B-flat for accessible improvisation.
It's scored for three horns and rhythm and includes
mix-and-match horn parts for all saxophones, flute,
clarinet, trumpet, trombone, and French horn. The
solos are open and improvised for any number of
players. Plus, the rhythm section parts are notated
as needed. Fun, fun, and more fun!
10999427 Combo (Flexible
Instrumentation) . . . . . . .MA 24.00
Corn Bread—Lee Morgan/arr. Mark Taylor.
Similar to Lee Morgan's Sidewinder, this tune is
written in a moderate soul/jazz style. This funky
arrangement for six horns and rhythm section is
sprinkled with stop-time breaks and catchy riffs,
plus it's a fun chart for soloing! The small band
instrumentation is for six horns (ATB saxes, two
trumpets and one trombone) plus four rhythm with
optional additional parts included for alto, tenor and
trombone. It's perfect for smaller programs and
additional ensemble opportunities!
10617900 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Cotton Tail—Duke Ellington/arr. Mark Taylor.
Here's one of Duke Ellington's iconic tunes in a
swingin' chart scored for the little big band format.
Mark Taylor really gets the most out of just six horn
parts in this great-sounding chart! Solo space is
included for trombone and alto sax, and then later
for piano and trumpet. Here's a great opportunity to
feature your key big band players!
10759364 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Dat Dere—Bobby Timmons/arr. Mark Taylor.
Penned by Bobby Timmons and recorded by a
number of jazz artists over the years, Dat Dere is a
great example of soul jazz from the early '60s. This
arrangement for little big band features alto sax and
trumpet on the head, a section for open solos, and
a short ensemble shout at the end. Perfect for small
bands and a reliable programming choice!
10759362 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Dixieland Combo Pak No. 3—arr. Paul
Severson. More great Dixieland combo charts
arranged for clarinet, trumpet, tenor sax, trombone,
piano, guitar/banjo, bass/tuba, and drums. Titles
include: When the Saints Go Marching In; South;
Lazy River and Royal Garden Blues. Audio tracks
are now available online from the publisher for
streaming or downloading.
2100949 Combo with Online
Audio Access
(Octet). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Don't Get Around Much Anymore—Duke
Ellington/arr. Mark Taylor. True to the original
medium-tempo swing style, this creative chart in
the Little Big Band format features satisfying full-
ensemble scoring with suggested or improvised
solos for tenor sax and trumpet. Scored for three
saxes, two trumpets, one trombone and four
rhythm, with optional parts for alto sax, tenor
sax and trombone, this is great for additional
performance and rehearsal opportunities for key
players. Highly recommended!
10909024 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Easy Does It—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner. In
a slightly mysterious fashion, this small group chart
is a laid-back swing ballad and is an ideal solo
feature for trumpet. The solo is completely written
and includes an optional improvisation section over
the included changes, as well as a satisfying, short
cadenza at the ending. Scored for six horn parts
plus rhythm section, it features completely flexible
instrumentation for almost any combination of
instruments. This fine chart is also available in a big
band version (Pepper number 10999492). Super
for aspiring trumpeters!
10999502 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
El Fuego de la Tierra—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob
Turner. El Fuego de la Tierra, The Fire of the Earth,
is an exciting, high-energy samba chart with flexible
instrumentation for a small group. The unique
scoring allows it to be tailored to available players
or to get the desired sound. All players are featured
at various points throughout the chart. An open solo
section lets you feature your soloists, and a unison
soli section is followed by more development. A
sample solo is included in the alto sax part along
with chord changes in all the parts. A big Latin
shout chorus brings it home in an impressive
fashion! This dynamic work is also available in a
big-band format, Pepper number 10882380.
10882368 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 50.00
First Funky Noel—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob
Turner. This funky version of the holiday favorite
The First Noel, with its unique treatment of a
holiday standard, is accessible to younger jazz
ensembles. Flexible instrumentation charts are
written for up to six horns and allow for the band
director to mix and match the horn section to
the instrumentation that is available. Fifteen
individual parts are included.
11206064 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
The First Noel—arr. Debra Stempien & Greg
Turner. This traditional Christmas carol begins
with the familiar melody set to jazz harmonies in a
chorale style before moving into a medium-tempo
jazz waltz. Students will have the opportunity to
study standard jazz articulations and rhythms as
well as idiomatic chord voicings. The solo section
includes suggested written solos and chord
symbols for students who want to improvise.
11348690 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .ME 48.00
Four—Miles Davis/arr. Mark Taylor. In the skilled
hands of Mark Taylor, this medium up-tempo
jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly
in this six horn, little big band format. Carefully
using the combination of saxes and brass to full
advantage, this one swings hard from start to
finish! Included are suggested solos for alto sax
and guitar along with chord/scale sheets in all
keys. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes; 2 Trumpets, 1
Trombone plus Rhythm Section. For flexibility,
optional parts are included for Alto and Tenor
Saxes and Trombone. Highly recommended!
10317256 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Freddie Freeloader—Miles Davis/arr. Roger
Holmes. Miles Davis' famous blues tune includes
sample written solos for piano and all 4 horn parts.
With flexible instrumentation options.
2450799 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . . E 30.00
Georgia on My Mind—Hoagy Carmichael/arr.
Mike Tomaro. Made popular by Ray Charles, but
recorded by countless artists through the years,
Hoagy Carmichael's beloved classic is instantly
recognizable. This chart for little big band features
a slow and bluesy swing style with solos for alto
sax and trombone. Instrumentation: ATB Saxes; 2
Trumpets, 1 Trombone and rhythm section with
optional parts included for Alto Sax, Tenor Sax and
Trombone. Highly recommended!
10775166 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Gimme Samba Dat!—arr. Chris Sharp.
This infectious latin tune features a recurring
full ensemble passage that really cooks!
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.
11401753 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Go Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Blair
Bielawski. This reimagining of a classic tune is
set in a swinging 3/4 gospel groove. After the
rhythm section sets up the driving feel of the A
section, a more open and airy approach to the B
section provides a subtle contrast. This flexible
arrangement is highly adaptable and will work with
a wide variety of wind configurations.
11318282 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Hep Cat Blues—Bob Turner. This original
up-tempo blues chart is a great opener for any
concert. This chart includes an alto solo which can
be played ad lib or as written. The flexible nature of
this arrangement will make it accessible to bands
of many different sizes and abilities - it includes 15
individual horn parts to make this possible. Get your
students playing the blues!
11206066 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Hip Hip Hop—Steve Shanley/arr. Bob Turner. This
flexible combo version of a big band piece is a great
choice for mixing up styles at your next concert. It
has a modern hip-hop sound that your students and
audience will love, and the writing lends itself to the
needs of young ensembles. Great ensemble writing
and a solo section will make this an excellent
opportunity for your students. Hop on to the stage
with this chart!
11354654 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
In Other Words—arr. Chris Sharp. Written over
the same form as Sinatra's Fly Me to the Moon, this
one is a real toe-tapper with a classic Swing feel!
Instrumentation is for two trumpets, trombone, and
three saxes plus guitar, bass, drums, and piano.
11401759 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 35.00
It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
—Duke Ellington/arr. Roger Holmes. Nicely scored
for younger players, this Ellington classic is great for
small jazz groups. The instrumentation is flexible in
four parts for winds with piano, bass, drums and
optional guitar.
2355204 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . . . . E 30.00
It's That Simple—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner.
It's That Simple is a New Orleans second line
shuffle featuring an infectious melody and groove.
Arranged as a completely flexible instrumentation
combo chart, the parts can be mixed and matched
to achieve a unique sound or to complement
available instruments. The solo space features
written or improvised solos for alto sax. You might
also want to check out the big band version (Pepper
number 10999494). New Orleans, here we come!
10999504 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Jazz Combo Pak #50 (Jazz Classics)—arr.
Mark Taylor. Here are four flexibly arranged jazz
standards: Ginger Bread Boy; Jordu; Lady Bird and
Two Bass Hit. Parts are included for B-flat, E-flat, and
C instruments plus piano, guitar, bass, and drums.
11208487 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Jazz Combo Pak No. 1 (Jazz Standards)—
arr. Roger Pemberton. Roger Pemberton sets these
four complete jazz classics in a three-plus horn and
rhythm section format. Titles include: On Green
Dolphin Street; Bernie's Tune; My Funny Valentine
and Killer Joe. With performance flexibility in mind,
parts are included for Bb, Eb and C instruments
plus Piano, Guitar, Bass and Drums. This pak does
not include a CD or Online Audio Access.
2079358 Combo (3-Plus Horns
& Rhythm Section) . . . . .ME 50.00
Jazz Combo Pak No. 2 (Sophisticated Ladies
No. 1)—Duke Ellington/arr. Roger Pemberton.
From Duke Ellington's musical review,
"Sophisticated Ladies," this set Includes: Take
the 'A' Train; Don't Get Around Much Anymore;
In a Sentimental Mood and Just Squeeze Me (But
Please Don't Tease Me). Flexibly scored for three-
plus horns and rhythm section, parts are included
for Bb, Eb and C instruments plus Piano, Guitar,
Bass and Drums. Audio tracks are available online
from the publisher.
2100964 Combo with Online Audio Access
(3-Plus Horns &
Rhythm Section) . . . . . . .ME 50.00
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