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The Incredibles (Medley)—Michael Giacchino/ arr. Bulla. Mix the stylish spy music from
the 1960s with a dose of cool jazz and you have
a winning combination for jazz ensemble. From
the Pixar hit animated movie, here's a highenergy and entertaining chart that captures
the essence of the soundtrack perfectly, with
three themes from the movie that offer a ton of
variety and entertainment! A middle section in a
jazz waltz style is framed by exciting rock styles
that will be appealing to both audiences and
developing players. Highly recommended!
2480196 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n ake Me Smile—James Pankow/arr. John
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n ick Up the Pieces—arr. Mark Taylor. An
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H ick Up the Pieces—arr. Victor Lopez. It's
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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4 he Pink Panther (Little Big Band)—Henry
Mancini/arr. Mike Tomaro. This timeless Mancini
classic gets a make over 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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4 uit & Tie—arr. John Wasson. From the
highly acclaimed and anticipated Justin
Timberlake album The 20/20 Experience, here
is an authentic sounding version of the hit Suit
& Tie for jazz ensemble. Featuring a medium
tempo R & B groove and sizzling horn riffs, this
is a great way to energize any concert. Highly
recommended!
10374148 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 alk, Don't Run—arr. Quincy Jones. If you
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want a chart that swings, this is it! This incredible
arrangement by Quincy Jones of Walk, Don't
Run was recorded by the great Count Basie
Orchestra on their album This Time By Basie.
It's set as a medium-up swing chart and has
amazing ensemble writing with very playable
rhythms and ranges. There's ad lib solo space
for tenor saxophone and a written piano solo.
The arrangement culminates in a smokin' shout
chorus, with drum solo fills, before taking it to
the end. Straight from the Basie book, this is a
must-have for your jazz band library!
10368516 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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4 he Way We Were—Marvin Hamlisch/arr. Mark
Taylor. Celebrate the legend of Marvin Hamlisch
with this terrific, moderate Latin setting of one
of his timeless classics. A trombone soloist
is featured throughout along with a smooth
ensemble blend. An iconic standard!
10343790 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Soulful Strut—arr. Victor Lopez. This pop/
funk hit still kicks! At 96 bpm, it's solid gold from
top to bottom with a written or ad-lib tenor sax
solo, a lead trumpet range to written F-sharp top
line, and has optional parts including vibes for
expanded instrumentations. The title says it all,
it's a Soulful Strut!
10355620 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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H American Patrol—arr. Mike Lewis. Glenn
Miller's band made this a huge World War II hit
song and here it is scored for young players.
This chart has no individual solos, very modest
brass ranges and plenty of ensemble sound.
Easy to rehearse and perform, it swings right
along and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentation. A winner!
10028059 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . E 38.00
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4 rtistry in Rhythm—Stan Kenton/arr. Paul
Murtha. Composed and recorded by Stan
Kenton in the 1940s, Artistry in Rhythm became
his signature and a true classic from the big
band era. Paul Murtha has skillfully adapted
and truncated this for younger players while
maintaining the flavor and energy of the original.
Solo piano starts things off followed by the
iconic trombone solo in the medium Latin
section. The exciting double time swing section
features the entire ensemble, then the maestoso
theme returns to close things out. Impressive!
10374166 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
4 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 . . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
H ig Noise from Winnetka—Bob Haggart &
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Ray Bauduc/arr. Lavender. Bring the sounds of
Bob Crosby and the big band era to life again
with this fun chart for younger players! It features
an authentic sound, a flexible solo section and
the saxes get to whistle the melody for added
fun. A great experience for young players!
2481666 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
H 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Big Band
Standards
l e Can Work It Out—Lennon & McCartney/
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arr. John Wasson. Reminiscent of the sassy
and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn,
here is a hot re-working of this classic
Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies
and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add
a spark of energy to any program!
10427402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l lues in Hoss Flat—Foster & Basie/arr. Rick
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Stitzel. Here's a great way to introduce the
music of Count Basie to your young players.
Carefully scored for young groups, this medium
swing chart trades the melody between the
trumpets and saxes, includes a solo or soli for
trumpet, and a brief shout chorus using tutti
rhythms for the entire ensemble. Suggested
solos and chord/scale sheets in all keys are
included, plus it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10427422 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . VE 35.00
4 elcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha.
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Jam Blues—Duke Ellington/arr. Mark Taylor.
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Here is a new and creative new take on this
Duke Ellington favorite set in a New Orleans
street beat style. A piano introduction sets
up the groove then a small group takes the
initial statement of the theme. The rest of the
ensemble enters with a counterline before the
full ensemble launches the solo section which
is designed to feature any number of soloists.
Unique and effective!
10374164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
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