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BLUES & SWING medium-easy
Now's the Time—Charlie Parker/arr. Mark
Taylor. This swing classic from bebop legend
Charlie Parker belongs in every jazz library.
The easy melody and blues changes make
this a perfect fit for younger players. This classy
chart spreads the melody around, starting
with a front line of three saxes, trumpet, and
trombone, followed by feature spots for the
sax section, and finally a marvelous tutti for the
entire ensemble. This chart's got it all!
11208478 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Orange Sherbert—Sammy Nestico. Originally
recorded in 1975 by Count Basie and titled
because Basie loved orange sherbert, this
fresh setting features easy registers, strong
jazz figures, and a bright, free swinging style. A
written or ad lib trumpet solo in the midsection
and an ensemble shout before the final chord
are highlights. The rhythm section parts are
notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord
chart is included.
2341741 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Pennsylvania 6-5000—Jerry Gray/arr. John
Berry. Here's a perfect touch of swing era
nostalgia with this signature tune from the
Glenn Miller Orchestra. All the elements of
the original are here in this more accessible
version including the famous sax melody,
written trumpet and alto solos and, of course,
full band vocals. A real crowd pleaser!
10028094 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Perdido—Juan Tizol/arr. Mark Taylor. One
of the favorites performed by the Duke
Ellington Orchestra, Perdido is a happy and
upbeat riff tune set in a swing style. This
great sounding chart in the six-horn format
(3 saxes, 2 trumpets, trombone and rhythm
section) features variety in scoring, an open
solo section, and a terrific shout chorus for the
entire ensemble. Additional optional parts are
included for alto, tenor and trombone. Perfect
for additional opportunities for key players!
11100186 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . .45.00
Rollin' in Rhythm—Paul Baker. A straight-
ahead swinger in the style and vocabulary
of the late, great Sammy Nestico, this chart
features numerous opportunities to feature
soloists (written solos provided for alto sax,
trumpet, trombone, and piano) as well as each
section of the band. A 16-bar unison sax soli
leads into a driving shout section dominated by
the brass section. Trumpet range to written G,
trombone to F.
11515355 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Run...—Craig Skeffington. This great shuffle
has it all: a driving groove, intense ensemble
writing, and vivid dynamic contrasts. The chart
skillfully uses tension and release to create
several high points throughout, all capped off
with a superb final 12-bars of ensemble.
11503709 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Saint Louis Blues—W.C Handy/arr. Mike
Collins-Dowden. This very playable rendition
of the early blues classic opens with a sultry
trumpet solo and then breaks into a medium
tempo shuffle with a call and response section
between the solo trumpet and ensemble. Also
featured are a nice sax section soli, an open
solo section on everybody's favorite Bb blues
changes, and a break strain. Nice chart without
being difficult!
10094904 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Second Line Sadie—Scott Stanton. Here
is a New Orleans-inspired chart that brings a
Dixieland feel to your group. There's a great
opportunity for open solos that begs for some
playful muted trumpet and swinging trombone.
This chart includes a clarinet part to complete
the setting. You will love it!
11402258 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Shiny Stockings—Frank Foster/arr. Sammy
Nestico. Adapted from the version he penned
for The Count Basie Orchestra, Sammy
Nestico brings the signature style and familiar
strains to this fabulous version for developing
bands. The solo spots for piano are completely
notated and the tutti writing for full ensemble is
the best there is!
10052540 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Sing, Sing, Sing—Louie Prima/arr. Victor
Lopez. Yep, this is the Sing, Sing, Sing you
know and love, made famous by Gene Krupa
and the Benny Goodman Orchestra, only
arranged for young players by Victor Lopez.
The classic drum solo that can be opened
up for as much excitement as the crowd can
stand, along with a written-out tenor solo,
reasonable brass ranges and lots of meaty
ensembles keep this great chart exciting. It will
also sound full with reduced instrumentation or
with the optional, non-jazz band parts. It's still a
showstopper! Highly recommended!
2702806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Six String Shuffle—Scott Stanton. Has your
guitar player been waiting for a chance to
be in the spotlight? Then this cookin' blues
shuffle chart is just what you need! The guitar
helper part includes both a written solo and
a tablature version of the same solo. There's
also an optional open solo section that can be
opened up for as many players as desired.
Solid background figures by the ensemble
give this a great big sound that will make your
budding B.B. Kings and Eric Claptons sound
like superstars! Highly recommended!
2478481 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
So What—Miles Davis/arr. Michael Philip
Mossman. Here is the Miles Davis jazz
standard skillfully and uniquely arranged for
six horns and rhythm section. On the head,
the saxes take the signature melody line
answered by the brass. The open solo section
features tasty background figures, followed by
a tutti ensemble section before returning to the
head. Instrumentation: six horns (ATB saxes,
two trumpets, one trombone) plus four rhythm
with optional additional parts for alto, tenor and
trombone. Don't miss this chart on the iconic
Miles Davis standard!
10556792 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . .45.00
St. Thomas—Sonny Rollins/arr. Mark Taylor.
Plenty of solid tutti ensemble scoring is featured
in this arrangement for small group of Sonny
Rollins' familiar Latin standard. The solo section
can be opened up for any player and a tasty
unison ensemble chorus follows. Suggested
solos and scale/chord sheets are included.
Highly recommended! Instrumentation: 3 saxes,
2 trumpets, 1 trombone plus rhythm section.
Optional additional parts are included for alto,
tenor & trombone.
10098775 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . .50.00
The Star Spangled Banner—arr. Paul Clark.
Although this piece is not usually associated
with jazz bands, this arrangement works so
well it can appropriately be included in any jazz
concert. It's also invaluable to have in the files
for those "emergency" situations where a jazz
group is called upon to perform our National
Anthem. It includes just the right elements to
give it a jazz flavor, yet maintains the dignity and
reverence of the original. While it is harmonically
jazzy, it is rhythmically traditional and can serve
as accompaniment for audience singing. It is
also playable with reduced instrumentation. If
your jazz ensemble plays for basketball games,
this is perfect. A wise investment for all jazz
programs! Highly recommended!
10050282 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Step Lightly—Joe Henderson/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Don't miss this outstanding Joe
Henderson swing chart that is accessible in
every way for developing jazz ensembles.
The melody is stated by a trio of alto, tenor,
and trumpet; the tempo is around 120 bpm,
and the lead trumpet range is to written G top
staff. Written suggested solos are included for
tenor sax 1 and trumpet 2. Additionally, it has
a sweet shout chorus and lots of optional parts
for expanded instrumentations. Introduce your
players to Joe Henderson with this winner for
concerts, festivals, or teaching!
10997192 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Still Friends?—Jack Cooper. Crafted in the
style of the legendary Bill Holman chart Just
Friends, this composition uses a unison line in
the winds over a full chorus of the tune before
it breaks into the exciting harmonized section.
This chart is a workout for the whole band and
will highlight the ensemble's balance, blend,
intonation, and time.
11503710 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Stolen Moments—Oliver Nelson/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Every developing jazz ensemble
should play this chart! Mike Kamuf's
arrangement on this Oliver Nelson classic falls
right in the pocket at about 110 bpm. The iconic
melody is unforgettable and there are written
or improvised solos for alto sax and trumpet.
The lead trumpet range goes to G above
the staff and there are options for reduced
instrumentation. This is a fine chart for almost
any band at any ability level.
11199002 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Stompin' at the Savoy—arr. Mike Lewis.
Feature your bass player! Arranger Mike
Lewis has taken this classic Benny Goodman
swing tune and turned it into an easy, melodic
showcase for the bass. Mike also provides
solo space with written solos for 1st tenor sax
and piano. The brass ranges are modest and
the chart really swings from beginning to end!
Don't let the year go by without playing this one
that sounds great with electric or acoustic bass.
Superb chart!
2702807 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Stompin' at the Savoy—Benny Goodman,
Chick Webb & Edgar Sampson/arr. Mike
Kamuf. This half-time shuffle is a unique
treatment of this classic standard. It is superbly
arranged to feature five soloists: trombone,
trumpet, tenor, alto, and drum set. Lead
trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff.
Features include section solis, interludes, a
kickin' shout chorus - it's all here, enjoy!
11355030 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Strike Up the Band—George Gershwin/arr.
Mark Taylor. Inspired by the classic version
recorded by Count Basie, here is a terrific
up-tempo swing chart suitable for younger
bands. The melody is passed from section to
section while building to a full-band climax.
Various soloing options are provided, and
then a powerful shout chorus drives this
exciting chart home.
11518978 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
An excellent new resource for
developing improvisational
and technical skills!
Pathways to Parker
The Improvisational Patterns
of Charlie Parker
Dr. W. Terry Rowlyk. This book
was created to catalog the melodic
pattern material performed by
Charlie Parker for over sixty of his
transcribed solos. It also comes
with an app called Pathways
to Parker. The app mirrors the
book to make it convenient
for students to download onto
electronic devices. The patterns
are organized by the key and
chord type they were originally
performed in. The performer may
use the patterns at their discretion
- in the original key, or transpose
them as needed.
11413971 Book Treble Clef . . . 39.00
11518787 Book Bass Clef . . . . 39.00
