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Blues & Swing easy
4 Caldonia (What Makes Your Big Head So
Hard?)Fleecie Moore/arr. Rick Stitzel. Made
famous by Woody Herman's Thundering Herd, here
is a fun chart from the early swing era. The saxes
do most of the heavy lifting, supported by punches
and backgrounds in the brass. Also featured
are short solos for tenor and/or baritone saxes.
Suggested solos are included along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys, and it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10427416 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n CaravanDuke Ellington/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Everyone will recognize this Duke Ellington classic!
Using interesting textures and alternating between
a Latin groove and swing, this is a very effective
production number with limited technical demands.
2307627 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Cole Minor BluesJeff Jarvis. Scored for
developing jazz ensembles, this approachable,
minor blues work features a moderate tempo,
sturdy swing rhythms, and a memorable melody
shared by the various horn sections of the band.
Any instrument may be featured during the open
solo section using the included solo sheet, which
contains a suggested solo with chord symbols
provided. Background figures can be played in any
combination, thus expanding the flexibility of this
accessible, yet sophisticated sounding chart for
younger jazz groups. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Nice!
10312689 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
CuteNeal Hefti/arr. Mike Story. Finally! A version
of Count Basie's Cute for young jazz ensembles! Very
playable and great sounding, this makes a terrific
introduction to the lighter side of swing. The famous
drum solos are clearly written and will be the highlight
of the concert. You'll want this in your library.
2442952 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
Deacon Jack's Gospel ShackPaul Murtha.
In a swingin' gospel style, here's a medium-tempo
chart that will be a blast to play! It includes bluesy
ensemble licks and written or improvised solos for
any combination of tenor, trumpet or trombone.
Highly recommended! Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10074150 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Do Nothin' Till You Hear from MeDuke
Ellington/arr. Lisa DeSpain. Introduce your young
players to the suave Mr. Ellington with this
medium tempo swing chart! It's a nice and easy
presentation of this wonderful jazz standard. The
features include a few sax section solis, written
solos for trumpet 1 on the bridge and an additional
8-bar solo, the trumpet 1 range is to written F top
line, and easy swing rhythms for all. It's Duke at
his best for your young jazz band. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10311419 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
H Don't Get Around Much AnymoreDuke
Ellington/arr. Michael Sweeney. What better way
to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your
young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored
arrangement by Michael Sweeney! Even at
this easy level, this chart really swings and will
sound great with limited rehearsal time. Your
pianist gets a rare chance to shine as he or she
is featured on the melody while the ensemble
answers. Later, every section gets to play the
melody and there's a written or ad lib solo for any
saxophone. The final section starts softly with
saxes alone, then builds as various layers are
added. This bluesy, swinging chart is playable
with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone,
piano and drums, and all solos have written
parts provided. This belongs in every young jazz
curriculum! Highly recommended!
10016142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
DoxySonny Rollins/arr. John Berry. One of the
most played of Sonny Rollins' many great tunes,
Doxy is arranged here in a very playable version
for inexperienced bands. This accessible chart is
in a nice and relaxed swing style with a touch of
bop. What a great introduction to one of the true
innovators of jazz. Arranged for full jazz ensemble,
it's also playable with an optional instrumentation
of 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and 3 rhythm.
Highly recommended!
10023034 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Family Guy ThemeWalter Murphy/arr. Rick
Stitzel. The theme song for this popular TV series
is already set in a swingin' big band style at a
medium tempo. Arranged here for young players,
it features the melody traded between the saxes,
trumpets and trombones and short solos for
trumpet and alto. Suggested solos are included.
Highly recommended!
10005187 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Fat CatDoug Beach. A solid swing tune featuring
an open solo section, modest brass ranges, and
lots of full-ensemble scoring. Playable by 12 to 17
pieces, each set comes with a sheet of written solo
lines for all instruments, giving directors the freedom
to customize performances according to their
particular group. Optional reduced instrumentation.
2391191 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Feeling GoodBricusse & Newley/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Popular again thanks to the recent recording
by Michael Buble, this hit was originally from the
Broadway musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint,
The Smell of the Crowd." This bluesy arrangement
requires no solos, but gives each section of the
ensemble a chance to be featured. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10374176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 FeverEddie Cooley/arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Peggy Lee in 1958, this sultry swing tune went
on to become her signature song and has remained
a popular standard. Paul Murtha's version for young
players definitely retains the "cool" factor with
finger snaps, sax melody and brass punches. Brief
written solos are included for alto sax and trumpet,
and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10449094 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Flight of the Foo BirdsNeal Hefti/arr. Roy
Phillippe. Neal Hefti penned this wonderful chart
for the great Count Basie Band, and Roy Phillippe
has made it accessible for younger players without
losing the verve of the original. This little swing
chart begins by featuring a combo and layers other
sections on until there's a full band laying down the
melody and backgrounds. Written or improvised
solos are traded with alto sax and trumpet following
by a soft shout chorus. It will also sound full and
complete with optional reduced instrumentation.
Additionally, there are options for expanded
instrumentation. Highly recommended!
10028061 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
FourMiles Davis/arr. John Berry. The saxes
do most of the heavy lifting on this easy version
of the Miles Davis standard. In addition, there is a
short sax soli and a written or improvised solo for
trumpet. This is a wonderful introduction for young
players to one of the most important jazz figures
of the 20th century. Optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Suggested solos and scale/chord
sheets included.
10083836 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Georgia on My MindHoagy Carmichael/
arr. Michael Sweeney. This enduring standard by
Hoagy Carmichael continues to sound fresh year
after year. This easy setting hints at the great Ray
Charles' recording, with its lush harmonies and
bluesy ballad style. Short solos for trumpet, sax and
trombone can also be played as section tuttis. Great
for developing balance and ensemble playing.
2392454 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
n Green OnionsBooker T. Jones/arr. Roger
Holmes. Your students will feel so cool playing
this one! It's the slow-cooking, minor-key rock-
shuffle tune that became a trademark for Booker
T. & the M.G.'s. Although the written-out solos
are scored for alto or tenor and trumpet, the
chord changes are so easy that anyone could
solo on them. This will be a guaranteed favorite
with your band! Highly recommended!
2472906 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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Groovin' HardDon Menza/arr. Peter Blair.
Getting your younger bands to groove has never
been easier! Straight from the library of The Buddy
Rich Band, this great version of the classic Don
Menza chart is perfect for younger players. Used
in contest for many years by advanced bands, this
arrangement gives you a solid, hard swing at a
medium tempo coupled with some tasty sax section
work, all within the reach of junior high groups.
There are no solos, so use this one to feature your
tight ensemble work and groovin' swing style.
Guaranteed to make your band sound like pros!
2476769 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n High MaintenanceGordon Goodwin/arr. Mike
Story. Check out Mike Story's adaptation of this
swingin' Big Phat Band hit! It's still hip, it still has
all the Gordon Goodwin ingredients, yet it's very
accessible. Suggested solos are included for alto,
tenor, trumpet and trombone, and the trumpet
1 range is to written E, top space. Playable with
optional reduced and expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10303584 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
Hugh's BluesJeff Jarvis. Whether your
ensemble has some experience or is in the
developmental stages, this chart will work well for
all performance situations, particularly festivals. The
tuneful melody, combined with dense ensemble
textures and well-articulated swing figures, makes
Hugh's Blues a great programming choice. All
instruments have interesting parts to play, the
ranges are reasonable, and the rhythm parts are
notated with chord symbols provided. Solo sheets
are included for a variety of players, but due to
the accessible blues progression, the composer
encourages everyone to get into the spotlight!
10367846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
I Beeped When I Should Have BoppedGeorge
Shutack. Here's a straight-ahead swing chart that
has it all. Abundant use of basic swing figures, an
infectious melody, a suggested or improvised open
solo section and plenty of full ensemble work. All
of this creates a great educational experience for
the students as well as a chart that will be a hit on
any program. Optional reduced instrumentation.
Highly recommended!
10367848 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n I Got RhythmGeorge Gershwin/arr. Ralph Ford.
This is the real deal for your young jazz ensemble!
This song is a foundation for hundreds of jazz tunes,
with the chord progression known as "rhythm
changes." With Ralph Ford's skillful arranging, the
modest brass ranges and written solos provide all
you need to really make this cook.
2442846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H In the MoodJoe Garland/arr. Michael Sweeney.
This one's a must! Glenn Miller's big band classic
is one of the best known tunes from the swing era,
and Mike's excellent arrangement puts it within
reach of young bands. Comfortable ranges, easy
rhythm patterns and written solos make this a
perfect choice to teach your students how to swing!
2314268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n It's Just You and MeFred Stride. It's Just You
and Me is a slow-swinging original that is playable by
almost any band. The rhythms and ranges are quite
modest in this swing ballad and the pianist is the
only soloist with a completely written solo. Changes
are also provided for improvisation if desired. If you
have a young jazz band, this chart is a great way
to get them swinging at a very manageable tempo.
5 Saxes, 5 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar, Piano,
Bass, Drums, and optional Vibes.
10368508 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n It's Only a Paper MoonHarold Arlen/arr. Rick
Stitzel. One of the best-known swing standards
ever, this is a wonderful version for young players.
With plenty of tutti ensemble playing in addition to
solis for saxes and trombones, here's a chart that
will sound great with limited rehearsal time and
limited instrumentation of 4 saxes, 3 trumpets,
3 trombones, piano, bass and drums. Parts are
included for full ensemble as well. Also featured are
written solos for any saxophone and any trumpet,
plus a shout chorus with nice dynamic nuances.
Just a great little chart!
10016138 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Jerichoarr. Chris Sharp. The eternally popular
spiritual Joshua Fit De Battle Of Jericho gets the
Benny Goodman and Gene Krupa style a la Sing,
Sing, Sing! This is a great teaching piece, with a
hot jazz feel, and there's even a stop time section
to help build ensemble playing. This will put your
students in touch with the great big band tradition,
and have your audience wanting to hear more!
2474097 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Lady Is a TrampRichard Rodgers/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Featuring nice dynamic contrast, a cool and
easy swing style, and recently recorded by Tony
Bennett and Lady Gaga, this popular standard from
1937 sounds as fresh today as ever! Rick Stitzel's
swinging arrangement skillfully passes the melody
from section to section, but features plenty of solid
tutti writing as well. Suggested solos for any sax and
trumpet may also be played by the entire sections for
added flexibility. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10317285 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Little Brown Jugarr. Art Dedrick. First
released in 1954, this easy level setting of the
song popularized by Glenn Miller in 1939 begins
with an 8-bar marcato intro before settling into
the familiar medium swing groove. The thematic
build is gradual and dramatic: saxes alone; then
saxes with trombones; then saxes, trombones
and trumpets together, and the finishing shout is
loud and strong. All rhythm section parts are fully
notated, brass rhythms are very accessible, and no
improvisation is required. This scoring for full big
band is also playable by as few as 3 saxes, 3 brass
and rhythm, and each set includes optional parts for
tuba and vibes.
4051074 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Low Down Dirty Dog BluesJim Cifelli. Get
your young jazz band down and dirty with this
driving blues shuffle at about 132 bpm. It's a terrific
chart for teaching swing phrasing and articulation.
The features include moderate ranges, notated
rhythm section parts, and an open solo section.
Any player can solo with notes from the concert
F blues scale using the included transposed scale
sheet, and the solo section can be repeated as
many times as necessary with backgrounds cued
as desired. For students wishing not to improvise,
a suggested solo is included in all parts. Scored for
full jazz ensemble, it will sound full and complete
with an optional minimum instrumentation of nine
players (AAT Saxes, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone, and
PBD Rhythm). Include more players by using any or
all of the included Flute, Clarinet, F Horn, Tuba, and
Baritone T.C. parts. Highly recommended!
10368187 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Lullaby of BirdlandShearing & Weiss/arr.
Rick Stitzel. The jazz world mourns the loss of
British pianist and composer George Shearing, who
passed away in 2011. Here is his most famous
composition in a carefully crafted arrangement for
young jazz ensembles. Every section gets to play the
melody at some point, and there are solo options
for any trumpet and sax. A CD is included along
with suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all
keys. Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Very highly recommended!
10283163 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Mack the KnifeKurt Weill/arr. Rich DeRosa.
Mack the Knife swings! At a tempo around 120
BPM, this wonderful swing chart is a great choice
for young players. The features include written
piano, alto sax and trumpet solos and a swingin'
shout chorus. Look for clear and accurate rhythm
section writing, optional vibes, flute, clarinet, horn,
baritone horn and tuba parts are included. Also
playable with optional reduced instrumentation,
this is an excellent chart, and highly recommended!
10355606 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
n Maynard & WaynardGordon Goodwin/arr.
Peter Blair. Gordon Goodwin composed this great
chart to feature Maynard Ferguson and Wayne
Bergeron with The Big Phat Band, and now Peter
Blair provides an accessible version for young
players. Not a trumpet duet feature, it does have
a 12-bar written trumpet solo notated for all three
trumpet parts for flexibility. Also featured is a nice
sax soli and 1st trumpet range to written G on
top of the staff. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10303036 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Minnie the Moocherarr. Ralph Ford. Here's the
Cab Calloway classic arranged for beginning jazz
ensembles. The dirty swing groove really comes
through, and the band even gets to do Cab's little
call-and-response ditty.
2423119 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
