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Blues & Swing | Medium-Easy
Catfish Voodoo—Joel Vanderheyden. A
New Orleans second-line-style chart delivers
an infectious groove and a memorable,
laid-back melody that feels authentic yet
approachable. The music captures the
street-band energy of the style without
being technically demanding, making it ideal
for introducing students to this tradition.
Flexible scoring allows performance by
combo or big band, with optional parts
that adapt easily to many ensembles. Its
strong rhythmic feel and relaxed swagger
consistently make it a student favorite and
an effective performance piece.
11687543 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Cheesecake—Dexter Gordon/arr. Rick
Stitzel. This catchy jazz standard is
masterfully arranged here for developing
players by Rick Stitzel. Featuring the sax
section on the head, brass on the bridge,
plus a suggested or improvised solo for
tenor and a full ensemble shout chorus, this
medium swing chart will make your band
sound great!
10052543 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Chicago (That Toddlin' Town)—Fred
Fisher/arr. Alan Baylock. A funky arrange-
ment of a classic tune made famous by
Frank Sinatra brings a cool half-time swing
feel with a strong, syncopated groove.
Written for developing jazz bands, the chart
features extended written solo sections for
alto sax and trumpet. The relaxed tempo
and stylish rhythm make it an ideal concert
opener that balances accessibility with a
modern swing attitude.
11687287 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Dante's Hot House—Vince Gassi. High-
energy drive takes off in this up-tempo
swing chart for high school jazz ensemble.
Tied rhythmic figures in the melody create
a strong teaching focus supported by a
featured trumpet solo offered in written
or improvised form. Trombone and sax a
cappella soli sections add a unique featured
moment before the rhythm section returns
for a powerful shout chorus, making this a
confident, technique-building selection for
high school players.
11678875 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Deadline Shuffle—Mike Tomaro. Saxo
phones open the chart and carry the melodic
material over crisp brass punctuation in this
high school jazz work with a swing shuffle
feel. A featured trombone solo provides a
spotlight for a strong player, followed by
engaging trade-off between piano riffs and
the ensemble. Ghosted notes in the shout
chorus sharpen articulation and provide
an approachable opportunity to teach this
useful jazz technique. A strong selection for
developing stylistic detail, dynamic control,
and a tight shuffle feel.
11678937 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Dig—arr. Mark Taylor. This approachable
Miles Davis staple brings classic bebop
energy into reach for young jazz band
players. Off-beat hits, driving swing feel,
and tight ensemble figures capture the
bite and momentum of the original while
keeping the writing playable. It offers a clear
introduction to bebop style and phrasing,
making this a great way to explore authentic
jazz language without overwhelming
developing players.
11678466 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Down Home—Dean Sorenson. A grooving
blues with a boogie-woogie feel, this chart
for developing jazz ensembles evokes the
feeling of late nights and good times. The
melody is passed between the saxophones
and brass before a brief soli section
that features everyone. Swinging lines
combined with moderate ranges and an
F blues chord progression make this an
ideal chart for developing swing style and
teaching improvisation.
11685840 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Easy to Love—Cole Porter/arr. Paul Baker.
A fast swing chart played on a great jazz
standard, it features a great sax section
soli, plenty of tutti ensemble, and written-
out solos provided for piano (or vibes) and
alto (or trumpet). Lead trumpet range is to
written G on top of the staff. It's "easy to
love" this chart!
11355026 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 48.00
Fancy Pants—Sammy Nestico. Don't miss
this great funky blues chart! It's got a laid
back groove that really grabs you! Originally
written for Count Basie, it's the kind of chart
that will make your band sound great. Written
out rhythm section parts are really nice, and
the horn parts...hey, this is just great writing.
Everything sits right in the pocket!
2314862 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Fixin' To—Clifton Jones. Relaxed light
swing writing gives this medium-easy
jazz chart a clear instructional focus on
syncopation and style. Heavily syncopated
melodic lines and technical saxophone
section work strengthen ensemble
precision, while cup-muted brass after the
solos adds a unique contrasting color. Built
in a classic riff-based style, the chart suits
high school groups developing relaxed
swing style and thoughtful articulation. A
solid choice for reinforcing ensemble unity.
11678943 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Flight of the Foo Birds—Neal Hefti/
arr. Peter Blair. This Peter Blair chart on
the Neal Hefti/Count Basie classic is a
wonderful adaptation for younger jazz
groups. It does its Basie thing with a light
and cool swing feel, includes nice changes
in texture, has brief written or ad lib solos for
alto sax and trumpet 2, and an outstanding
shout chorus with drum fills. Played at 156
bpm, the trumpet 1 range is up to written G
on top of the staff, and optional parts are
included for expanded instrumentations.
Great tune, great chart!
10513893 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
Gator Bait—Paul Baker. Second-line
swagger fills this New Orleans-style jazz
chart built on an extended 24-bar B-flat
blues form. Written solos as well as open
changes encourage improvisation across
the ensemble, supported by fully notated
rhythm parts and an active drum set role
that trades phrases with the band. An
optional tuba reinforces the brass band
style, and a roaring shout chorus closes the
parade. A strong programming choice for
exploring improvisation and authentic brass
band attitude with style and drive.
11684561 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 45.00
Georgia on My Mind—Hoagy Carmichael/
arr. Dallas C. Burke. This sultry, bluesy,
laid-back swing treatment of the timeless
classic offers so many great musical
moments for your developing jazz groups.
After the opening alto solo on the familiar
melody, this tune gives your sax and
trumpet sections a taste of the melody
before a brief shout section leads into
solos for trumpet and tenor sax. After the
solos, the band cranks things up a notch
with a swingin' chorus before the chart
comes to a soft and eloquent close. This
chart is the perfect change-of-pace tune
that still swings hard and offers a lot of
soulful moments.
11686022 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Give it a Go—Anthony Susi. Classic swing
style takes the spotlight in this medium-easy
jazz band chart built around an immediately
catchy melody. Detailed articulation markings
reinforce teaching authentic style, and a
short feature moment highlights trombone
and bari sax either as solos or a brief soli.
An approachable open solo section supports
young improvisers, with optional parts for
flute, horn, and tuba available to expand
instrumentation as needed.
11678110 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 60.00
Goin' off the Peep End—Kris Berg. Yep,
another chicken-themed chart set in a rock
groove at 132 bpm. Solos are provided
for alto 1 and trumpet 2; lead trumpet
range is to written G on top of the staff.
Yeah, it's rock groove, but there are plenty
of dynamics and contrasts throughout.
Optional vibes. This is a fun chart! (4:40)
11619658 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
Greasy Spoon—Dan Kramlich. A slow-
swing blues groove anchors this flex jazz
band chart built on a gritty feel and a catchy
tune. Written to work with as few as four
horns and rhythm section, it balances
relaxed style with light rhythmic challenge,
and the flexible solo section sits comfortably
for developing improvisers. A strong choice
for teaching shuffle feel and blues style
while keeping the groove front and center.
11685305 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 45.00
The Great Pumpkin Waltz—Vince Guaraldi/
arr. John Wasson. The classic tune from
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is
arranged here for your developing jazz
ensembles. A great choice for Halloween
and fall performances!
11679932 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
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