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Get in LineGordon Goodwin. Gordon Goodwin
is one of the hottest writers on the big band scene
today. His Big Phat Band is modern, hip, exciting,
fresh and captivating to see and hear. This chart is
the real thing as performed and recorded by the
Big Phat Band. There are solos available for alto,
tenor, trumpet and trombone and a percussion
part is included along with an optional vibe part. On
this one, Gordon even included optional flute and
clarinet parts if you want to expand the ensemble.
Although challenging, Get In Line is not quite as
difficult as many of Gordon's fabulous charts.
Excellent writing!
2480802 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 65.00
10012411 The Phat Pack Dual Disc
CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n The Girls Next DoorMetheny & Mays/arr. Bob
Curnow. Here's another great chart to add to the
growing Pat Metheny Series for jazz bands! It's a
down-right funk chart originally recorded on the
Metheny Group's album We Live Here. At around
84 bpm, it's set right in the pocket of a medium-
slow groove, and features playful ensemble writing
with solo space for Alto and Trumpet. This is a great
chart to add flavor and diversity to any program.
Your audiences will dig it and your jazz band will
love playing it!
10368501 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 52.00
4 Give It OneFerguson & Downey/arr. Chris
Sharp. Close to the original, but somewhat
simplified, this burning rocker from the Maynard
Ferguson library really sizzles with a driving
intensity! The lead trumpet goes up to high D with
a couple high E's thrown in for your aspiring high
note specialist. It also includes a nice chorus for a
written or improvised alto sax solo and some very
cool trumpet section solis.
10456824 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 65.00
n Go GoBob Mintzer. This funk chart was originally
recorded by the Yellowjackets for their Time
Squared CD. Filled with unexpected twists and
turns, this big band version requires a triplet-based
swing feel similar to hip-hop. As always, paying
careful attention to dynamics and articulations will
render a more impressive performance.
2478228 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 56.00
4 Groov-i-tudePete McGuinness. Don't miss
this moderate tempo funk/rock chart with plenty of
unison and ensemble writing to make your band
sound great. The open solo section is based on two
chords in the friendly key of B-flat with scale/chord
sheets included for the soloists. A unison call and
response section follows the solos, then its back
to the bridge, and a solid shout chorus leading to
a dynamite finale. Groov-i-tude is a groove with
attitude! Highly recommended!
10458668 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 47.00
n Groove MerchantJerome Richardson/arr.
Thad Jones. Listed in "Teaching Music through
Performance in Jazz" and recorded by the Thad
Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Central Park
North album, this great collaboration between
Jerome Richardson and Thad Jones has become
an established standard for better bands. It's
a mighty swinger with an edgy melody line,
contemporary voicings, and lots of section work
that's guaranteed to bring an audience to their feet.
Changes for the open solo section are provided for
soprano or alto saxes, trumpet, trombone, piano
and guitar. The rhythm section parts are partially
notated with chords cued.
2087823 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 56.00
4 Here Comes the SunGeorge Harrison/arr. Mike
Tomaro. This is probably George Harrison's most
famous contribution to the illustrious catalog of
recordings by The Beatles! Mike Tomaro maintains
the general flavor of the distinctive original and
takes the opportunity to dress it up a bit for jazz
ensemble. A classy new shine on a familiar gem!
10461348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 50.00
H Hit the Ground RunningGordon Goodwin. It's
funky with all the Big Phat Band attributes and it's
fairly tough to play, but hey, it's Gordon and you
know it will be a hot chart if you have the horses! The
opening lick for piano is really hot and the rhythm
section will stay busy and includes an auxiliary
percussion part. There's also solo space for alto,
tenor, bari sax, trumpet and trombone. Open with
this chart and you will definitely get their attention!
10071930 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 65.00
10058872 CD/DVD-Act Your Age. . . . . 15.98
H Hunting WabbitsGordon Goodwin. Gordon
Goodwin's tongue-in-cheek tribute to cartoons
is stellar! The mixing of "legitimate" and swing
styles makes this chart a showstopper. Soprano
sax leads the saxes throughout, and some feisty
unaccompanied sections will keep everyone on
the edge of their seats. There's solo space for
soprano, tenor, trumpet and trombone, along with
percussion parts and an optional synthesizer part
for the piano player.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 65.00
10012414 Dual Disc
CD/DVD-XXL . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n Hunting Wabbits 2 (A Bad Hare Day)Gordon
Goodwin. Gordon Goodwin's Hunting Wabbits
2 will provide all the challenge any band needs
as they explore this tongue-in-cheek musical
adventure that is well worth the effort! The
groove is straight eighths (semi-legit) and funky.
The instrumentation is flexible: the saxophone
parts with woodwind doubles, the sax parts
without doubles, and even optional string parts...
yes, strings! The solo space is for all saxes,
4th trumpet, and 1st and 2nd trombones. As
recorded by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band on
The Phat Pack, this is an amazing arrangement!
Highly recommended!
10028188 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 70.00
10012411 The Phat Pack
Dual Disc
CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
l I'm Getting Sentimental Over YouGeorge
Bassman/arr. Scott Ragsdale. This big band
standard made famous by Tommy Dorsey gets an
updated treatment with a funky groove alternating
with a swing feel at around 170 bpm. This is a clever
and effective treatment of this familiar melody, with
solos written for trombone 2 and tenor, and drum
fills with band hits. Not a solo feature for trombone,
it includes an optional part for vibes.
10452122 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 50.00
n IdiotequeRadiohead/arr. Patty Darling. Idioteque
was recorded on Radiohead's 2000 CD Kid A,
and Patty Darling's chart is a model for arranging
contemporary pop/rock/fusion music for big band.
It's rare to find such an artful and creative score that
is accessible for less experienced ensembles! The
notation is clear, ranges are reachable, and soloists
at all levels will love the improvised sections.
10289483 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 62.00
Another Great Day—Mark Taylor.
Written in a simmering medium tempo, this distinctive funk chart opens
with the bass establishing the groove gradually joined by the rest of the
rhythm section. A small combo of soprano sax, baritone sax, trumpet
and trombone takes the first statement followed by the full ensemble on
intricate unison lines as well as tutti ensemble punches and riffs. The solo
space is reserved for tenor sax. Soprano sax is required.
10386208 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 60.00
Backdraft—Jeff Jarvis.
Los Angeles-based jazz composer Jeff Jarvis composed this tuneful funk
chart entitled Backdraft. This medium level chart has all the characteristics
of Jarvis' best selling funk charts such as Critical Mass, Honk, Old
School, and Mohave Breakdown, and alternates between 3/4 and 4/4 funk
feels. Infectious piano comping, punchy bass lines, and fun single-note
guitar comping support the catchy melody. The solo section has accessible
chord changes provided for alto sax, tenor sax, baritone sax, trumpet, and
trombone. Guitar or piano can also join the solo order if desired. As in
most of Jarvis' offerings, frequent articulations are provided for the horns
and the rhythm parts are an integral part of the arrangement, not merely
an afterthought. Everyone has interesting and challenging parts to play
throughout. Highly recommended!
10455650 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Down to the Nightclub—arr. Victor Lopez.
From the group Tower of Power, this funky chart hits the mark at 180
bpm. It includes solos for tenor, trombone, or guitar, with a lead trumpet
range to written high C. There's lots of hot ensemble sections, too!
10452162 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 58.00
Give It One—Ferguson & Downey/arr. Chris Sharp.
Close to the original, but somewhat simplified, this burning rocker from
the Maynard Ferguson library really sizzles with a driving intensity! The
lead trumpet goes up to high D with a couple high E's thrown in for your
aspiring high note specialist. It also includes a nice chorus for a written or
improvised alto sax solo and some very cool trumpet section solis.
10456824 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00
Groov-i-tude—Pete McGuinness.
Don't miss this moderate tempo funk/rock chart with plenty of unison and
ensemble writing to make your band sound great. The open solo section is
based on two chords in the friendly key of B-flat with scale/chord sheets
included for the soloists. A unison call and response section follows the solos,
then its back to the bridge, and a solid shout chorus leading to a dynamite
finale. Groov-i-tude is a groove with attitude! Highly recommended!
10458668 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 47.00
Here Comes the Sun—George Harrison/arr. Mike Tomaro.
This is probably George Harrison's most famous contribution to the
illustrious catalog of recordings by The Beatles! Mike Tomaro maintains
the general flavor of the distinctive original and takes the opportunity to
dress it up a bit for jazz ensemble. A classy new shine on a familiar gem!
10461348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
Shag Bag—Andy Farber.
Andy Farber's Shag Bag is an exceptional rock chart featuring a very
funky groove that jazz bands will enjoy rehearsing and performing.
Included are solo sections for alto sax and trumpet that can easily be
opened up for additional soloists. The trumpet range goes to written B-flat
above the staff and the trombone goes up to F above the staff. Quality
ensemble writing provides a big bold sound that will make your jazz band
sound hot!
10458688 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
Stan's Plan—Paul Baker.
Stan's Plan features a rock/fusion groove and is inspired by the harmonies
of Stan Kenton's Artistry in Rhythm as interpreted by the Brecker
Brothers. After an intensely funky eight bar ensemble intro, the chart
settles into a hip fusion groove where the melody unfolds through layered
textures. An emphatic ensemble sendoff sets up a screaming heavy metal
guitar solo which is followed by a more fusion based tenor sax solo. The
sax section is featured next with commentary from the brass before the
melody reappears in high fashion. The ending is a nod to the Kenton band
theatrics, with a quote from Artistry in Rhythm's trombone section finale.
The trumpet range is to written high D, and the tempo is around 114 bpm.
Terrific festival or contest chart!
10458465 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 45.00
Three Hip Mice—Steve Allee.
Ingeniously composed using just the three-note motif from the nursery
rhyme Three Blind Mice, jazz keyboard master Steve Allee has created an
impressive and unique fusion-style chart for mature groups. Weaving the
melody from section to section over the top of a continuously churning
rhythm section foundation, this chart is a great way to spice up festival
repertoire. The solos are handed out to alto sax and trumpet, but the chart
can be opened up or adapted to accommodate any number of soloists.
Dynamic and fresh!
10461354 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
Tutu—Marcus Miller/arr. Michael Philip Mossman.
In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy award for best jazz
instrumental soloist for his performance of this composition by Marcus
Miller. From the album of the same name, Tutu is creatively arranged here
for full big band in a sultry hip-hop fusion style similar to the original.
Featuring distinctive modal style harmonies, and a few twists and turns,
and solos for trumpet (naturally) and alto sax, this is sure to be a standout
selection for any ensemble!
10461358 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
What You Dealin' With?—Wycliffe Gordon.
This is the show closer that will bring down the house! The main groove
is a funky boogaloo at about 103 bpm, plus a band chant, a swing section,
and a gospel feel. Flexible solo space with written solos is provided for
trombone 1, alto, tenor, and trumpet 2, and the lead trumpet range is to
high C. Hey, there's something here for everyone!
10452164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 58.00
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