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Isn't She Lovely?—Stevie Wonder/arr.
Mike Tomaro. Recorded by Stevie Wonder
in 1976 on his acclaimed album Songs
in the Key of Life, this beautiful song is a
good example of combining elements of
jazz with pop. Keeping the same easy-
flowing shuffle groove of the original, Mike
Tomaro adapts this very nicely for the
contemporary big band!
10462702 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
MacArthur Park—Jimmy Webb/arr.
Paul Murtha. Bring the house down with
this incredible arrangement of the classic
hit song that has spanned decades and
genres. Opening as a rock ballad, the lead
tenor takes the melody which then passes
to the saxes and trumpets, building to a
driving, double-time rock feel that features
a powerful shout. This sets up the solo
section before transitioning back to a ballad
feel that will peel paint as it brings it home.
Open solos for tenor sax, trumpet, and
trombone. Lead trumpet plays high C and
lead bone plays high G.
11597052 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Make Me Smile—James Pankow/arr. John
Wasson. One of the first tunes to put the
group Chicago on the map was this early
rocker from 1970. John Wasson stays true
to the original in this outstanding version for
jazz ensemble that features solos for alto
sax, guitar, and all the signature horn licks.
Suggested solos are included along with
chord/scale sheets in all keys.
10297505 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Motown Tribute—arr. Eric Richards. The
music of Motown continues to stand the
test of time with catchy melodies and well-
constructed songs. Here's a well-crafted
and entertaining production number that
features I Heard It Through the Grapevine;
My Girl and Dancing in the Streets. Included
is an open solo section during Dancing in
the Streets with written samples for alto,
tenor, trumpet and trombone.
10960650 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 60.00
My Favorite Things—Richard Rodgers/
arr. Michele Fernandez. Here's a wonderful
new take on a timeless melody. Michele
Fernandez shares her Afro-Latin expertise
in this sizzling high-energy arrangement for
jazz ensemble. Sure to be a favorite with all
audiences - and an impressive choice for
contest or festival.
11539345 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Norwegian Wood—Lennon & McCartney/
arr. Bill Holman. Buddy Rich's band
recorded this Beatles tune, and it is one of
Holman's best-known charts. Treated as a
jazz waltz, full of excitement and energy, it
features solos for alto sax and trombone.
Lots of raw power and blistering figures
make this the ideal concert opener or closer!
2471103 Jazz Ensemble. . . MA 60.00
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 54.00
Overjoyed—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mark
Taylor. This wonderful and classic ballad
recorded by Stevie Wonder is set here
as a solo feature for tenor saxophone.
Beautifully accompanied by piano only in
the beginning, a mellow accompaniment
follows with flugelhorns and trombones in
bucket mutes as a medium tempo bossa
nova style settles in.
10617882 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Pick Up the Pieces—arr. Victor Lopez.
It's funk-rock... you know it, you love it! The
tune is infectious, the arrangement is right
on target with no individual solos but plenty
of section and ensemble work. The sax soli
is crazy hot and the lead trumpet range is
to written A above the staff. Lots of unison
lines, some fun bari sax licks and a very
hip stop-time interlude that really cooks.
This arrangement really works for this
tune! Consider this chart a winner! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10068806 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Pick Up the Pieces—arr. Mark Taylor. An
ultra-funky and ultra-cool chart from the 70's
group Average White Band. The classic
"horn band" style showcases hot licks and
a tight rhythmic groove.
2385359 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
September—arr. Mark Taylor. Here's the
classic funk tune from Earth, Wind & Fire in
a terrific arrangement for big band by Mark
Taylor. This one includes all your favorite
signature horn riffs as well as a solo for
tenor sax.
10016127 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Michael
Mossman. In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in
his prime and Sir Duke was on top of the
charts. Michael Philip Mossman takes this
familiar hit and adds his own unique touch.
The opening features the brass with sax
section fills. The middle section goes into
a double-time swing and includes a solo for
tenor sax, a soli for the saxes, and a drum
break. All the familiar lines from the original
are there too! Suggested solos are included
along with scale/chord sheets in all keys.
Highly recommended!
10297508 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
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
Stairway to Heaven—Page & Plant/arr.
Dallas Burke. Jimmy Page and Robert Plant's
iconic rock tour-de-force receives a powerful
and dynamic treatment here for contemporary
jazz ensembles! This Led Zeppelin classic
features a creative concept with a lush rock
ballad beginning featuring a flugelhorn solo,
before the band starts a powerful and full
ensemble section. Next, the tempo speeds
up and and there's room to feature a soloist
before the tempo and intensity increase
again and the band starts to really rock. As
the ensemble reaches high gear, there's
more solos over the top of the band before
returning to a lush ending featuring the
flugelhorn soloist again. If you're looking for
an effective and powerful production chart,
here it is! Highly recommended!
10752085 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 65.00
Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Mike Tomaro weaves this funk
classic by Stevie Wonder through a series
of new twists and turns, but he is careful to
preserve the great groove and signature
horn riffs of the original. There are featured
solos for alto and trumpet in this style
defining hit that sets the pace for the genre!
2481654 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 50.00
Tell Me Something Good—Stevie Wonder/
arr. Mike Tomaro. This classic funk tune
from the 1970s was written by Stevie
Wonder, but became a huge hit for Rufus
and Chaka Khan. Featuring a slow and
driving pulse with heavily syncopated
figures, this chart provides a powerful
change-of-pace for concerts, contests
and festivals.
10617878 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
That Old Black Magic—Johnny Mercer/
arr. Mike Tomaro. The well-known 1940s
standard has been revived in this grooving
new shuffle funk version. Featuring
tenor sax and trumpet solo sections, this
arrangement slows things down and lets
your jazz ensemble come unleashed.
11373147 Jazz Ensemble. . . MA 60.00
Theme from Spider-Man—Bob Harris &
Paul Francis Webster/arr. Mike Tomaro.
This well-known theme from the '60s is
transformed into a powerful swing chart
for the entire ensemble. Featuring saxes
at the start with interjections from the brass
followed by a flexible solo section for any
player. The final tutti section starts out
unison then blossoms to a dynamic finish.
11357084 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Uptown Funk!—arr. Paul Murtha. Here's
the ultimate in contemporary funk from
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars! Paul
Murtha captures all the style and attitude
in this exciting chart for jazz ensembles.
The melody is skillfully passed around
from section to section, and suggested or
improvised solo options are provided for
trumpet and tenor sax, along with written
bass lines and piano voicings. This one is
hot and highly recommended!
10500110 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
Uptown Funk!—arr. Victor Lopez. Just
like the title, this funk/rock chart on the
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars megahit is
loaded with powerful energy! The tempo is
around 112 bpm, there's a written alto sax
solo provided, and it goes all out, all the
time. There are optional band vocals and
optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. Go uptown!
10513922 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 52.00
Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha.
Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock
songs of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns
N' Roses features familiar melodies and a
relentless drive throughout. Paul Murtha's
hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes
on the lead and the brass on the signature
riffs, along with terrific interplay within
the ensemble. There's a brief written or
improvised solo for alto sax. Rock the stage
with this one! Highly recommended!
10343785 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
What a Wonderful World—Douglas &
Weiss/arr. Alan Baylock. Alan Baylock
sets this wonderful tune in a sultry 12/8
groove played at about 72 bpm, making it
feel lazy and relaxed. There are no solos,
just sweet ensemble writing all the way.
The lead trumpet range is to A above
the staff and optional parts are included
for expanded instrumentations. This
outstanding chart is an ideal contrasting
piece for any performance!
10997206 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 54.00
What the World Needs Now is Love—Burt
Bacharach & Hal David/arr. Mark Taylor.
Paying tribute to legendary songwriter Burt
Bacharach, Mark Taylor uses a driving
up-tempo 4/4 swing style in this standout
arrangement. Saxes are featured at the
start with tasty contributions from the brass.
Also featured is a solo for trumpet, sax soli,
key change and full ensemble shout to the
end. Skillfully done!
11518985 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
You Can Call Me Al—Paul Simon/
arr. Michele Fernandez. Don't miss this
fantastic arrangement of the lead single
from Paul Simon's acclaimed album
Graceland, recorded in 1986. The music
was inspired by Simon's trip to South Africa,
and this song went on to become one of his
biggest hits. This upbeat version gives it a
great-sounding groove and skillful interplay
between all sections of the band.
11518986 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 55.00
You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To
(from "Something to Shout About")—
Cole Porter/arr. Scott Ragsdale. A superb
vocal chart with big band on a great jazz
standard. The cut-time tempo is around
92 bpm. The vocal range is from G below
middle C to third-space C, plus there's
some unison scat with the saxes, too. Lead
trumpet range is to written A above the staff.
An exciting and very effective chart for your
featured vocalist. (2:50)
11570891 Jazz Ensemble. . . . .M 57.00
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