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Blues & Swing | Medium-Easy
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
11515356 Additional Score. . . . . . 8.00
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
Say What?—Paul Baker. In the relaxed
swinging tradition of Sammy Nestico
and Count Basie, the title refers to the
conversation that begins in the melody
as two groups call and respond to each
other. Trumpet range is to written G;
trombone range is to F. After the melody
is thoroughly discussed, the chart moves
on to a 16-bar written piano solo which
is followed by a 16-bar written tenor sax
solo. Chord changes are provided for both.
A powerful shout chorus is followed by a
return to the bridge and then a final hard-
swinging hurrah before the classic Count
Basie piano ending.
11207708 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Share Your Gift—Drew Zaremba. Oh
yeah, check out this happy second line
groove played around 174 bpm. Every
section gets some action, plus there's
a huge ensemble sound for the shout
chorus. Lead trumpet range is to written
A-flat above the staff, solos are provided
for tenor 1, trumpet 2, and trombone 1, plus
the drummer will want to have a cowbell.
There's excitement and positive energy
throughout this chart! (5:35)
11570899 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 55.00
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. . . . . . 52.00
Singin' in the Rain—Nacio Herb Brown/
arr. Charles Booker. Doris Eaton Travis
introduced this classic song on Broadway in
"The Hollywood Music Box Revue" in 1929.
It was widely popularized by Cliff Edwards
and the Brox Sisters, and many other
artists had hits with this tune. In 1952 it was
featured in the classic Gene Kelly motion
picture version called, not surprisingly,
"Singin' in the Rain." This arrangement
was created with optional flute or clarinet
to replace first alto or first tenor parts if you
wish to use those instruments to vary your
ensemble or to feature additional players.
11621850 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 68.00
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
Slick and Sly—Drew Zaremba. A uniquely
cool chart with a tango-ish groove played
around 112 BPM. Alto 1 takes the soulful
melody line and solo space, along with
trumpet 2, trombone 1, and drumset. Brass
use their plunger mutes, and lead trumpet
range is to written G-sharp. Optional parts
include flute and vibes. Beautiful colors and
textures galore in this excellent chart! (4:40)
11619661 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 55.00
Slide Show—Paul Baker. As the title
suggests, this chart prominently features
the trombone section, both on the melody
and a soli section. Based on the chord
changes of the classic jazz standard Doxy,
it features written solos for alto sax or
trumpet and for tenor sax, piano, or guitar.
Bass and piano parts are both written out,
too. The shout section provides saxophone
soli space before the trombones get the
final say in the outro. Trumpet range is to
written G; trombone range is to F.
11572297 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Soul Chicken—Kris Berg. A very soulful
alto sax 1 feature with a relaxed rock-
flavored groove played around 86 bpm.
Everything is written out for the alto
including a suggested ad-lib solo section.
Trumpet 1 range is to written G on top of the
staff. An electric piano and bass will provide
a nice texture. An outstanding chart for any
performance. (4:05)
11570898 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
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 when
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
Stolen Moments—Oliver Nelson/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Every developing jazz ensemble
should play this chart! This arrangement
of the 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. . . . . . 52.00
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. . . . . . 52.00
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
11562505 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Summertime (from "Porgy and
Bess")—George Gershwin/arr. Michael
Sweeney. Set in a distinctive medium
swing/shuffle groove, Michael Sweeney's
version for younger jazz bands presents
a contemporary styling of this classic song
from "Porgy and Bess." Mixing a variety
of ensemble textures, a stop time solo
section, and briefly slipping into a new key
during the final chorus, this is sure to be a
standout for festival or casual concert use.
Suggested solos are included for tenor sax
and trumpet and chord/scale sheets in all
keys are available. Highly recommended!
10461398 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Sweet Home Chicago—Robert Johnson/
arr. Roger Holmes. Made famous by The
Blues Brothers, this hard-hitting blues
classic is sure to become an instant favorite
with jazz bands and audiences. A driving
shuffle groove and solid scoring for the
entire ensemble are featured throughout in
this great chart that will become a staple of
your library! Highly recommended!
10343798 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Swing Line—David Samuel. This is a great
straight-ahead swing chart that is as much
fun to play as it is to hear! It is AABA song
form with solo opportunities for Alto Sax,
Trumpet, and Trombone.
11615114 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot—arr. Rick
Hirsch. A very clever treatment of this
well-known traditional spiritual, the opening
statement is a slow chorale moving into an
easy shuffle played around 138 bpm. The
melody bounces between sections, then
into a driving shuffle that swings. Solos are
provided for trombone 1 and alto 1; lead
trumpet range is to written G. This chart is
excellent! (4:45)
11570901 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
A Swingin' Silent Night—arr. Larry Neeck.
This is the perfect chart to open your holiday
program! The classic Christmas hymn
comes to life with a swing arrangement full
of excitement and energy. A must-have for
your library.
11402254 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
Take Five—Paul Desmond/arr. Mike Lewis.
Take the most famous 5/4 jazz tune ever
written and combine it with a flawless and
playable arrangement for developing jazz
band and you've got a chart that should
be in everybody's library! Dave Brubeck
managed to make the 5/4 meter sound
like the most natural thing in the world,
and that's the way it plays, too. Who
would've thought that young players could
experience Brubeck's "Third Stream" jazz?
2381705 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 48.00
That Warm Feeling (Full Score Edition)—
Sammy Nestico. Recorded in 1968 on
the album Basie Straight Ahead, this
slow swinger defines the Basie style at
this tempo. While not overly demanding
technically, this chart will challenge even the
best bands to play with balance, blend, and
rhythmic nuance. If you listen to the original
recording, you can hear Basie playing
Hammond organ behind the band. Bucket
mutes are essential for the brass to get the
right color for this music.
11576723 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 60.00
Things Ain't What They Used to Be—
Mercer Ellington/arr. Rich Sigler. This
is a jazz classic that every band should
have in their library. The chart is a swing
shuffle played at around 116 bpm and
has a very familiar and catchy melody that
flows smoothly from section to section. Also
featured are written out solos for alto sax
1 and trumpet 2 and a lead trumpet range
to written F-sharp top line. Optional parts
are included for expanded instrumentation.
A superb arrangement that is clever and
effective in every way!
10355626 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
