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BLUES & SWING medium
Back Bone—Thad Jones/arr. Mike Carubia.
This medium-tempo blues tune in F is a more
accessible version of the famous Thad Jones
chart that features suggested or improvised
solos for trombone and can be opened up for
more! It's scored for standard instrumentation
with optional flute, but can be played with 4
saxes, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones and 3 rhythm.
A solid shout chorus and an ending drum solo
puts the crown on this one!
2481231 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Back Burner—Carmine Pastore. This swinger
cooks all the way through! It's the kind of chart
that perks right along so your jazzers can really
dig in and nail it! A suggested solo for trumpet is
included. You're going to love that shout chorus!
2468288 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Basie-Straight Ahead (Simplified Educational
Version)—Sammy Nestico. In this educational
edition of the classic Basie - Straight Ahead,
the ranges and technical demands have been
modified, but you'll still hear and feel all the
excitement of the original chart recorded by
Count Basie in 1968 which is also available.
543157 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Battle Hymn of the Republic—William Steffe,
Julia Ward Howe /arr. Bryan Kidd. Patriotism
"cooks" in this infectious, bluesy shuffle.
All ensemble with the whole band working
together to produce a determined, yet happy
and swinging performance including a kickin'
sax soli and hot shout chorus.
11313813 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Belly Ache Blues—Peter Sciaino. This gritty
blues chart can really get down and dirty. This
chart is full of strong dynamic composition and
swinging patterns. Featuring a Trumpet solo
with plunger mute, and funky Alto Sax solo,
this chart will be a favorite for your band!
11393012 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Bernie's Tune—Bernie Miller/arr. Dave
Wolpe. This swinger features tenor sax 1 and
muted trumpet 2 and is arranged by one of
the best, Dave Wolpe. Featured are excellent
written-out solos for both horns, a superb
shout chorus, and a lead trumpet range hitting
a written high B above the staff. This great
chart also features optional parts for expanded
instrumentations. You'll want this outstanding
chart! Highly recommended!
10355576 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Better Get Hit in Your Soul (Better Get It
in Your Soul)—Charles Mingus/arr. Andrew
Homzy. Written in a fast 3/4, this gospel-
inspired burner is as fun to play as it is to listen
to. There's great interplay between sections of
the band as layers of sound move in and out.
Also included are hand claps and some "play
any note you want" opportunities to really liven
things up. The flexible solo section allows you to
customize this to fit the strengths of your band.
Also included are optional parts for flute, clarinet
and French horn. Highly recommended!
10034434 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
The Big Beat—Gregory Yasinitsky. As the
title suggests, this is a swinger with hints of
classic Gene Krupa drum patterns. The tempo
is around 200 bpm, there's lots of action for
the trombones, written or ad lib solos for
trumpet, tenor, trombone, and drums, and a
huge shout chorus. Add great dynamics, well-
notated rhythm section parts, and options for
augmented instrumentations and you have a
chart that really delivers. Highly recommended!
10756390 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .52.00
A Big Cuppa Joe—Paul Murtha. Featuring a
churning swing style and a catchy riff-based
melody, this well-crafted chart spins its way
through every section of the ensemble. In the
solo section, written samples are provided for
tenor, trumpet, and trombone, however with
the easy changes and open format, anyone in
the band can take a solo. This chart is highly
caffeinated and a lot of fun!
11100136 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Big Dipper—Thad Jones/arr. Mike Carubia.
Here is one of Thad Jones' most popular
compositions rescored in the key of F concert
to make it more accessible to developing jazz
ensembles. An audience-friendly blues chart
that is very playable and features plenty of mid-
range full ensemble sections, it also includes
written or improvised solos for piano, tenor sax
and trumpet. A true Thad Jones classic! An
optional flute part is included and the written
ranges are: Trumpet 1 to B-flat; Trombone to
F; Alto Sax to C.
10311505 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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). . . . . . . . . .45.00
Birk's Works—Dizzy Gillespie/arr. Mike
Tomaro. In this classic minor blues tune from
Dizzy Gillespie, Mike Tomaro starts this version
as a funky mambo, but then shifts the style to
swing and back again to the mambo feel. This
well-paced arrangement features a great feel
plus solos for trumpet and tenor. There is tons
of variety in this excellent chart that will show
off your band's ability to play and change from
style to style!
2481646 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Blue Monk—Thelonious Monk/arr. Mark
Taylor. One of the signature tunes from jazz
legend Thelonious Monk is this quirky and
iconic blues! This great-sounding version
for big bands maintains the medium swing
feel and "Monk-isms" from the original,
but the arranger's own stamp of originality
is exemplified with crafty ensemble lines,
rhythmic twists, and some powerful full
ensemble statements in mixed meters. Solos
are included for tenor, trumpet and drums,
along with marvelous writing for the entire
band. Suggested solos are included along with
chord/scale sheets in all keys. Highly effective!
10317217 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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). . . . . . . . . .45.00
Blues for Percy—Terry White. This uptempo
blues in F swings hard from start to finish! With
lots of big ensemble hits, a firey sax soli, and
lots of space for ad-lib solos, this chart is a
burner! The lead trumpet plays to a high D.
11516010 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy—Raye & Prince/
arr. Stephen Bulla. Originally a hit back in
1941 for the Andrews Sisters, this classic has
stood the test of time and is hard to beat for its
entertainment value. This updated version has
all the excitement of the original and the ranges
are moderate for the trumpets. There are solos
for trumpet and baritone sax in this outstanding
chart that will appeal to your audiences and
ensemble. Get out the saddle oxfords, bobby
socks and pleated skirts for this one!
2481643 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Boplicity—Davis & Evans/arr. Mike Tomaro.
The landmark album by Miles Davis, Birth Of
The Cool, introduced the unique sound of the
nonet instrumentation. Without straying from
the intent of the music, and working directly
with the original score, Mike Tomaro has
adapted this tune from the album for standard
instrumentation, making it accessible to today's
jazz ensembles. The style is laid-back swing,
and it includes solos for baritone sax, trumpet
and piano, as in the original version. A jazz
standard for your library!
2701398 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Bu-yah!—Paul Baker. This chart is an
affirmation of the great Art Blakey and his Jazz
Messengers. Known as "Bu," Blakey trained
many of the great jazz artists over the decades.
This chart features the front line trumpet, tenor,
and trombone in a swing minor blues with
plenty of room for open solos.
11403767 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Bye Bye Blackbird—Ray Henderson/arr.
Rich Sigler. This swinging chart is a great
vehicle for a tenor sax soloist with jazz band.
The solo part ranges from written melody to
a written jazz solo, all very accessible, and it
especially swings when the tenor soloist trades
fours with the ensemble. The ensemble and
soloist are equally featured throughout. The
lead trumpet range is to written G top of staff
and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentation. A great jazz standard for
developing jazz groups!
10997194 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Canal Street Commotion—Mike Carubia.
This chart features the sound of a New
Orleans funeral band historically known as the
"Second Line" behind the family and casket.
It's a time for celebration coming after the initial
mourning period. It's lots of fun to play in the
style of a funky, marching, dixieland band. The
harmonic form is the blues and there is room
made for soloing both inside the ensemble and
for featured soloists. The saxophone section
features soprano lead and optional flute and
tuba parts are included. A change-of-pace
highlight with attitude!
10518317 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Catwalk—Andrew Neu. Inspired by the music
of Henry Mancini and the spy movies of the
1960s, Catwalk is a cool jazz, minor swing
tune featuring alto saxophone, trumpet and
guitar on the melody at first, then written or
improvised solos for alto sax and trumpet.
Dynamic contrasts provide a potent vehicle for
the individual sections and the full ensemble.
Not your typical swing chart, this is a super
choice as a change-of-pace chart!
10879769 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Close Quarters—Bret Zvacek. This jazz
shuffle is a great selection for your program.
With a focus on the brass section, this chart
brings a bit of attitude along for the ride. An
open solo section will let your group bring their
own flair to this exciting tune.
11403541 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Count Bubba—Gordon Goodwin/arr.
Paul Murtha. Paul Murtha has adapted this
monster chart from Gordon Goodwin's Big
Phat Band to an easier level while maintaining
all the intensity and drive of the original. The
trombones take the lead at the top followed by
the trumpets then saxes, until finally the entire
ensemble cuts loose. It includes suggested
or improvised solos for trumpet and alto
saxophone. Exceptional sounds for developing
players! Highly recommended!
10052541 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Crossing the Boulevard—Andrew Neu. You'll
be holding on tight to this fast-paced swing
chart that brings the rush of a busy city avenue.
This piece is full of great writing with its exciting
texture and orchestration that lets your group
sound their best.
11403530 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Dat Dere—Bobby Timmons/arr. Erik Morales. A
soulful tune with a catchy title and melody! Erik
Morales captures composer Bobby Timmons'
medium swing groove. At a moderate tempo,
with a slightly mysterious intro, the saxes grab
the melody and it builds from there. A written
(or ad lib) alto solo is provided with a fat shout
chorus. This is an outstanding chart in every
respect! Highly recommended!
10277767 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .52.00
The Defibrillator—Adrien Re. Nothing makes
you get into a groove like a shuffle and this one
has a fierce back-beat that will hook you right at
the top! A very hip melody line, written-out solos
for tenor sax and 1st trombone, lead trumpet
range to written A above the staff and a power-
house shout chorus are but a few of the features.
A hot bari sax part, too! This is nothing but fun to
play! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10093163 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Delta Queen—Greg Moody. This rollicking
original New Orleans-style chart will take you
right to Bourbon Street for Mardi Gras! It's an
exciting second-line journey in a familiar swing/
rock style that will have audiences demanding
an encore. There are suggested solos included
for alto sax 1, tenor sax 1 and trumpet 2 along
with chord changes for improvisation. The
ranges and rhythmic demands are moderate
for this level. Make sure to check this one out!
10910608 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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). . . . . . . . . .45.00
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