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JAZZ COMBO CHARTS
A Night in Tunisia—Gillespie & Paparelli/
arr. Michael Mossman. Michael Mossman
takes Dizzy Gillespie's signature tune into new
territory, with a touch of mambo in this distinctive
arrangement for little big band. A perfect way to
showcase a trumpet soloist, the full ensemble
also plays an important role in this sophisticated
and dynamic arrangement for six horns and
rhythm section. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes; 2
Trumpets; 1 Trombone plus Rhythm Section.
For flexibility, optional parts are included for
Alto and Tenor Saxes and Trombone.
10317258 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . .M 50.00
Now's the Time—Charlie Parker/arr. John
Berry. This medium swing standard by jazz
master Charlie Parker gives even young
players a great opportunity to learn style and
an introduction to improvising. Inexperienced
combo performers will have fun and enhance
their playing skills while learning to listen,
phrase, and improvise in a small group
environment. 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. Here's a great musical introduction to
Charlie Parker!
10523770 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . E 30.00
On Green Dolphin Street—arr. Mike Tomaro.
This American popular tune is a "must know"
in the standard jazz repertoire. Set here in a
smooth samba groove, Mike Tomaro takes
full advantage of the six horn format. The solo
space is flexible for any player. Instrumentation:
ATB Saxes; 2 Trumpets; 1 Trombone and
rhythm section with optional parts included for
Alto Sax, Tenor Sax and Trombone.
10775164 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . .M 45.00
One by One—Wayne Shorter/arr. Mark
Taylor. Scored for four horns with flexible
instrumentation, plus rhythm section, here's
the moderately paced swing classic from jazz
master Wayne Shorter in a brilliantly inspired
setting. More than just a head chart, the
features include background figures behind
the soloists and ensemble soli sections.
Online recordings from the publisher also
include rhythm section only tracks. This is an
outstanding opportunity to learn and perform
one of the works of a jazz master!
11105228 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four Horns &
Rhythm Section) . . . . . .M 40.00
One of Those Days—Bob Turner. This chart
starts out with a triplet-based ballad section
featuring the trumpet and quickly changes to
a moderate swing with a great melody. The
saxophone soli is rhythmic and syncopated -
a great opportunity to challenge that section.
Flexible instrumentation makes this a great
option for many groups.
11354660 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Pharaoh's Funk (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner. Here's a
challenging funk chart with a modal nature,
giving it an Eastern flair. Open up the solo
section for improvised solos, or just play the
written or improvised guitar solo. Ultimately
adaptable, it features flexible instrumentation
with six parts plus rhythm section, allowing
for almost any combination of horns. Also
available as a big band chart (#10999498).
Get your funk on!
10999980 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Mike
Tomaro. This timeless Mancini classic gets a
makeover inspired by the version recorded by
Bobby McFerrin. The groove is medium swing
with an occasional hint of rock thrown in. This
is a highly effective treatment for the little big
band instrumentation. 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!
10376190 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . .M 45.00
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. John
Berry. The familiar bass line and melody riffs
from this Mancini classic adapt perfectly for jazz
combo in this easy arrangement by John Berry.
It's flexibly scored for four-plus horns, 3 rhythm
and optional guitar, making it ideal for available
combinations of players. With suggested solos
and chord/scale sheets in all keys included, it's
well-suited to emerging small group players.
This iconic tune is a natural for younger players
in the small group environment!
10523768 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . E 30.00
Riff to End All Riffs (Flexible Instrumentation)
—Bob Turner. The horn arrangement is
reminiscent of a '60s or '70s rock band
with unison sections. Let your drummer lay
down his or her favorite jazz-rock beat. The
strong melodic nature of this chart will make
it an audience favorite. This is a flexible
arrangement and is highly adaptable. Add this
one to your library today!
11206068 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Route 66—Bobby Troup/arr. John Berry. With
notable recordings by Nat King Cole and later
The Manhattan Transfer, this tune is a part of
our musical and cultural heritage. This easy
combo version features modest ranges and
short solos for parts 1 and 2. Mix and match
the instrumentation to fit your needs.
11401280 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 30.00
Salt Peanuts—John "Dizzy" Gillespie & Kenny
Clarke/arr. Mark Taylor. A true bebop classic
from the 1940s, this Dizzy Gillespie standard
has long been a favorite with artists of every
era. Your jazz combo will have fun with this one!
11401279 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 40.00
Sesame Street Theme—Joe Raposo/arr.
John Berry. One of the most recognizable
television themes ever written, this has been
a favorite melody with jazz players for years.
Now younger players can experience it with
this great sounding, flexibly scored, 4-horn
combo setting.
10034429 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . E 30.00
Sidewinder—Lee Morgan/arr. Mark Taylor.
One of the early and soulful jazz/rock
tunes, Lee Morgan's Sidewinder features a
distinctive groove and funky, riff-like phrases.
In this arrangement for little big band, a trio
of trumpet, tenor and guitar state the head
in the beginning joined later by the rest of the
ensemble. Suggested solos are included for
trumpet, tenor and drums 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!
10317254 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . .M 50.00
So Danco Samba (Jazz 'n' Samba)—Antonio
Carlos Jobim/arr. Mark Taylor. Composed by
Antonio Carlos Jobim and arranged here in a
medium samba style, this tuneful standard is
nicely suited for the four-horn combo format.
11518976 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 40.00
So What?—Miles Davis/arr. John Berry. In this
easy combo version of the Miles Davis modal
classic, the melody can be performed as a
feature for the bass player, or you can use the
cues provided in parts 3 and 4 as well as the
piano part. Featuring flexible ensemble scoring
in four 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. Highly recommended!
10461414 Combo (Septet) . . . . . . E 30.00
Spain—Chick Corea/arr. John La Barbera.
John LaBarbera has taken his well-known
version of Chick Corea's Spain and done
a great job of adapting it for the small band
format. Certainly an exciting offering for mature
players in an arrangement for six horns and
rhythm section! Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2
trumpets, 1 trombone plus rhythm section.
Optional additional parts included for alto, tenor
& trombone.
10098771 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . MA 45.00
Spain—Chick Corea/arr. Mark Taylor. One
of the classics from jazz master Chick Corea,
Spain is a challenging piece to play, but
important for any advanced student of jazz.
This combo setting is a perfect way to learn
this great tune!
11401277 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 40.00
The Squirrel from Pasadena—arr. Chris
Sharp. A great pun on the similarly named
bossa nova classic, this chart will work for
just about any level of ensemble and is
a great introduction for younger players.
Instrumentation is for two trumpets, one
trombone, and three saxes, plus guitar, bass,
drums, and piano. There are also four parts for
flexible distribution.
11401755 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
St. Thomas—Sonny Rollins/arr. Mark Taylor.
Sonny Rollins' Latin jazz masterpiece is flexibly
scored here for four-part horns and rhythm
section and remains true to the original style.
Chord changes are included in all the parts
for solo opportunities and online recordings
from the publisher include rhythm-section-only
tracks for practice. Additionally, the rhythm
section parts include bass lines, piano voicings
and chord symbols. Great for additional
rehearsals and casual performances!
10909028 Combo with Online Audio Access
(4 Horns &
Rhythm Section) . . . . . .M 40.00
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). . . . . ME 50.00
Swingle Bells—James Pierpont/arr. Chris
Sharp. Reimagined as a combo reduction of the
well-known jazz ensemble chart, this version
will be the highlight of any concert program.
Instrumentation is for two trumpets, trombone,
three saxes, guitar, bass, drums, and piano,
plus four parts for flexible expansion.
11401757 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Take the 'A' Train—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Mark
Taylor. More than just a head chart, this classic
jazz standard from the Duke Ellington Orchestra
is flexibly scored here for four horns and rhythm
section. It includes background figures behind
the soloists and ensemble soli sections. Solos
are available for anyone with chord symbols
in all parts, and rhythm-section-only tracks
are available online from the publisher. An
outstanding opportunity for small groups!
11100190 Combo with Online Audio Access
(Four Horns &
Rhythm Section) . . . . . .M 40.00
Uncle Pep—Len Pierro. This flexible
instrumentation version of the big band chart
is a lighthearted big-band-style swing chart
reminiscent of the glory days of swing. There
is a tenor saxophone solo that can be played
as written or improvised. The instrumentation
makes this a good choice for smaller or
incomplete groups. Get a little pep in your step!
11354662 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Walkin' Shoes—Gerry Mulligan/arr. Ronnie
Cuber. Not only was the late Ronnie Cuber an
acclaimed saxophonist, he was also a skilled
arranger. Here is his swingin' take on this Gerry
Mulligan standard.
11518984 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 40.00
We Three Kings (Flexible Jazz Ensemble)—
John Henry Hopkins Jr./arr. Debra Stempien
& Greg Turner. This 5/4 presentation of a
Christmas classic is arranged in the style
of Dave Brubeck's Take Five. Modern jazz
harmonies throughout are built on both
open fourths and traditional thirds with upper
extensions. Students will have the opportunity
to study standard jazz articulations, rhythms,
and chord voicings. The solo section includes a
suggested written solo, with Dorian key centers
notated for improvisers.
11348694 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . ME 48.00
We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Flexcel
Jazz Combo)—arr. Blair Bielawski. Using a
light and breezy calypso vibe, this arrangement
will be as much fun to play as it is to hear.
There are several interesting melodic and
harmonic twists that will keep everyone on
their toes, but it is very accessible and should
require a minimum of rehearsal time. This
flexible arrangement is adaptable and will work
with a wide variety of wind configurations.
11318286 Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
White Christmas—Irving Berlin/arr. Mark
Taylor. Enhance any holiday performance with
this smooth, light bossa treatment of perhaps
Irving Berlin's most popular song. Scored for
six horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone)
and rhythm section, this arrangement will
sound great with a limited amount of rehearsal
time. For further instrumentation options,
additional parts are included for alto, tenor and
trombone. Very highly recommended!
10283066 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . ME 50.00
Yardbird Suite—Charlie Parker/arr. Mark
Taylor. Arranged for six horns and rhythm
section, this accessible chart on Charlie Parker's
swing classic features a trio of alto sax, trumpet
and guitar to start things off, followed later by
great sounding scoring for the full ensemble.
Solos are included for trumpet and alto sax
with chord/scale sheets in all keys imcluded.
Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1
trombone and rhythm section. Optional parts are
included for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
10461362 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . .M 45.00
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