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BALLADS medium to advanced
Here's That Rainy Day—Jimmy Van Heusen
& Johnny Burke/arr. John Wasson. Arranged
in a slow swing ballad style, this well-crafted
arrangement of this time-tested standard is
skillfully scored to take full advantage of the Little
Big Band format. Includes solos for trumpet and
tenor sax.
11401170 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
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 55.00
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
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
La Luz En Ti—Michele Fernandez. Here is a
mysterious, richly scored ballad composed in the
Cuban bolero style and featuring a solo flugelhorn.
This piece is great to slow things down and show
the more expressive side of your ensemble at your
next concert!
11378558 Jazz Ensemble
Flugelhorn Feature . . . . . .M 55.00
Last Minute Waltz—Patrick Thompson. Cool
things down with this waltz for jazz ensemble. With
a lush main theme that is contrasted by punchy
rhythms passed around the group, this tune is a
great addition to any program or festival. Featuring
a tenor sax and trumpet solo, this chart has a
classic feeling that you will love!
11398633 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 48.00
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 Tomaro. Here
is a beloved ballad skillfully arranged with subtle
reharmonizations and reworkings of the melody, all
the while remaining faithful to the original intent.
Featured solos for piano and trombone, and a
gorgeous setting for the entire ensemble.
11401140 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
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
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
Night Full of Stars—Larry Neeck. This rock ballad
is a great option to show lyrical contrast without
slowing things down too much. Featuring the alto
saxophone 1 part, this lush and moving chart is a
good fit for ensembles with a strong lead sax player
who can play comfortably in a higher range.
11402255 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
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
The Path Left Behind—David Samuel. Smooth
and flowing melodies blend wonderfully together to
create a lush ballad that will show the more sensitive
side of your ensemble. Featuring a singular tenor
sax solo that shines above the brass orchestration,
this ballad is a must-have in your library to showcase
the dynamic abilities of your band.
11393014 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
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
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
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
Skylark—Hoagy Carmichael/arr. Dave Wolpe.
You won't find a better ballad feature for your tenor
sax soloist! The ensemble writing is wonderful, too.
Dave Wolpe has created an arrangement that truly
does justice to this extraordinarily beautiful Hoagy
Carmichael tune. Highly recommended!
2701970 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 60.00
A Song for You—Leon Russell/arr. Mark Taylor.
Composed in 1970, A Song for You has over the
years become one of Leon Russell's most popular
songs, recorded by countless artists including
Peggy Lee, Michael Buble, Ray Charles, Whitney
Houston, Aretha Franklin and many others. Here is
an outstanding version for jazz ensemble arranged
as a solo feature for tenor saxophone.
10759340 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most—
Tommy Wolf/arr. Kris Berg. Here's an outstanding
Kenton-style ballad that showcases the lead
trombone and the trombone section.The chart
builds during a 12/8 section that makes it an even
stronger choice as an excellent ballad feature.There
are no improvised solos and lead trumpet range is
to written C above the staff with an optional D sharp.
This one is a wonderful jazz ballad with a twist!
10011988 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Summer Never Ends—Bill Liston. Wow, here's
a funk ballad that features your trombone soloist
with a completely notated solo along with provided
changes. The solo part floats over the band and
remains legato against the band's funk grooves.
An optional, extended improvisation section for the
trombone soloist is included. If you're looking for
something different for a solo feature... this is it!
10068876 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Too Little Time—Henry Mancini/arr. Sammy
Nestico. Sammy Nestico pays tribute to his long-
time friend and trombone icon, Bill Watrous, with
this touching trombone solo feature of Mancini's
Too Little Time from the soundtrack of the 1954
film "The Glenn Miller Story." The trombone solo
part requires a strong player as far as range, but is
not technically difficult. A wonderful feature selection
and a fitting tribute to a towering performer!
10960652 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
True North—Mike Dana. This is a captivating,
contemporary even-eighth note ballad in the ECM
tradition. Your lead alto player can really shine
during this tuneful original for advancing groups. The
composer highly recommends using the wordless
optional vocal part to enhance the sensitivity and
warmth of the piece. Ranges and rhythms are very
accessible, but the rhythm section's interpretation
must be solid and nuanced. This is truly a beautiful
work that belongs in every library!
10093846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
BEST
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Ballads
Medium-Advanced
Best Selling Charts! These selections, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors like you.
Round Midnight—
Monk & Williams/arr. Dave Wolpe.
10049734 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most—
Tommy Wolf/arr. Kris Berg.
10011988 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Lifelong Friends—Kris Berg.
10513940 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Samantha—Sammy Nestico.
10283500 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Here's That Rainy Day—
Jimmy Van Heusen/arr. Dee Barton.
2364370 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
