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Andorian Blues—Rich Woolworth.
This up-tempo swing chart is the perfect way to start any concert
with a bang. The brass and saxes have some really exciting
ensemble choruses between the written or improvised solo
sections featuring trumpet and trombone over the blues in B-flat.
The drummer gets a chance to get his fill on before the key change
and recap of the melody to bring this chart to a climactic finish.
Highly recommended!
10456812 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Better Get It in Your Soul—Charles Mingus/arr. Ralph Ford.
A jazz waltz that swings at around 170 bpm, this chart features
an infectious melody hook by the great Charles Mingus that
reaches out and grabs you! There are written solos for alto sax and
trombone 1, and the trumpet 1 range is to written G top space. All
the ingredients you need for a fine chart, plus it includes optional
parts for expanded instrumentation!
10452110 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
The Cardinal Shuffle—Bob Washut.
Respected composer and arranger Bob Washut brings us this
terrific swing/shuffle chart scored for bands programming
medium level repertoire. Grade level appropriate brass ranges and
solid orchestration will help your band sound its very best, plus
audiences always enjoy a good shuffle chart. The rhythm section
parts are primarily notated and frequent articulations are offered
for the horn sections. Solo space is provided for 2nd Trumpet.
A nice feature of this piece is the way in which the roaring out
chorus suddenly shifts to a quiet ending. Very nice!
10455652 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Chasing the Blues—Paul Lohorn.
This original, easy going, Basie style swinger cooks with some
great ensemble big band writing sandwiched around plenty of
opportunities for your soloists to showcase their chops on the
blues in F. It's very bluesy and includes a wonderful shout chorus
that starts softly and builds big. Nice chart!
10456816 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
The Days of Wine and Roses—
Henry Mancini/arr. Dave Rivello.
You know this great Mancini standard, but check out how the
chart goes back and forth from F to A-flat. The swing feel is
around 148 bpm, the solos are written for trumpet 2 and alto, the
lead trumpet hits a written B-flat above the staff, and the vibe part
will add a nice texture to the ensemble. Sure to be a favorite!
10452126 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Dream Time—Benny Carter.
This lovely, slow swing chart written by Benny Carter is designed
to feature an alto saxophone soloist with the ensemble playing
more than just backgrounds for the soloist. The solo includes both
written and improvised passages. The ensemble states the A section
melody while the alto soloist takes the bridge for the first chorus.
The second chorus features the alto solo for the A section with sax
section backgrounds, a sax soli for the bridge and then the ensemble
for the last A section. This is an accessible chart and would be a
great opportunity to allow an alto player to be in the spotlight!
10458210 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Hard Bargain—Mike Tomaro.
From the pen of Mike Tomaro comes a hard-charging swing chart
that is spiced up with a bit of half-time funk. Great ensemble
writing throughout is contrasted with two open solo sections with
cued backgrounds. A perfect opener or closer on any program!
10455638 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Herding Cats—Paul Baker.
Featuring a melody line that bounces from part to part within
the ensemble, this medium tempo, bebop "blues with a bridge"
chart keeps the conductor on his toes "herding the cats" in the
band. Lots of open solo space with changes provided allows for
numerous soloists and an a cappella chorus featuring the horn
section. A flag-waving shout chorus leads to a Basie piano ending.
The trumpet range is to written high C and the trombone range is
to G. At about 188 bpm, this great original is scored for 5 saxes,
5 trumpets, 4 trombones plus bass trombone, and four rhythm.
Highly recommended!
10458461 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart—
Duke Ellington/arr. Bill Cunliffe.
With great dynamics, sax solis, and a sweet shout chorus, this
chart swings all by itself, and you'll really like the voicings! Set
in a medium swing style at around 114 bpm, written solos are
provided for alto, trombone 1, and piano. Optional wind and vibes
parts are included for expanded instrumentations. A fine chart for
concert, contest or festival! Highly recommended!
10452140 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
I'm Just Sayin'—Jim Mahaffey.
If you're looking for a funky "in-your-face" shuffle, this chart
fits the bill! Based on a 16-bar blues variation, it features a down
'n dirty loose shuffle feel, active ensemble passages and an open
solo section over 16-bar blues changes. An effective highlight is
a horns only section without the rhythm section after the solos.
Optional parts are included for flute, clarinet, horn in F and tuba in
this chart that offers plenty of variety and fun for all!
10427255 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
J & B (Pro Version)—Oliver Nelson/arr. Bob Curnow.
This great Oliver Nelson tune from the early '60s was originally
recorded by a small group, but here it's been arranged for big
band in a very hip way! Set in an easy swing shuffle feel, this
chart has a bluesy feel while providing a nice, unexpected
variation to the standard blues changes. There's improvised solo
space for alto saxophone, trombone and piano. In this professional
version, Oliver Nelson's solo has been transcribed and set as a
trumpet soli. Very cool and fun to play! You'll really enjoy J & B!
10455864 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57.00
Johnny Come Lately—Billy Strayhorn/arr. Erik Morales.
If you know the music of the brilliant composer Billy Strayhorn,
you will love this chart! It's an outstanding arrangement with a
clever melody that seriously swings all the way. There are written
solos for tenor, piano, and drums. The tempo is around 176 bpm,
and the lead trumpet range is to written A.
10452116 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Lazy Bird (Little Big Band)—John Coltrane/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Similar to the style of the original recording by John Coltrane,
Mike Tomaro's little big band arrangement for six horns is a
smooth sounding up-tempo swing chart. Great scoring in the little
big band format! Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone
and rhythm section plus optional additional parts for alto, tenor
and trombone.
10462704 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Little Dipper—Mike Carubia.
The Little Dipper is a medium tempo shuffle/blues chart that
swings hard from beginning to end! It opens with a unison melody
by the brass which is repeated with the sax section playing the
background harmonies. Following the open solo section the piano
and bass are featured, then a quiet ensemble chorus builds to a
roaring shout chorus. The solos are flexible over easy B-flat blues
changes. The brass ranges are moderately high with optional
lower notes provided and an optional flute part is included. Don't
miss this very strong chart! Highly recommended!
10458674 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
Moment's Notice (Little Big Band)—
John Coltrane/arr. Mark Taylor.
This chart on John Coltrane's standard features plenty of tutti
ensemble playing within the little big band format. A solo for tenor
sax is followed by a swingin' shout chorus for the entire group.
Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone and rhythm
section with optional additional parts for alto, tenor and trombone.
10461372 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Nice 'n' Easy—arr. Quincy Jones.
As recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on their album This
Time By Basie, this Quincy Jones chart is a laid-back, swinging
masterpiece. It's a wonderful, classic big band chart that belongs
in every library right along side I Can't Stop Lovin' You and I Left
My Heart in San Francisco. There is space for a trumpet solo, and
the ensemble writing is quite playable by most bands. You can't
go wrong with this exceptional chart on Nice 'n' Easy!
10455874 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Our Man Bill—Doug Beach.
This chart is the opening movement of a suite written in memory
of music educator Bill Carroll. Bristling with excitement from
beginning to end, this blues-based swing journey for medium
level groups is loaded with solid ensemble work. With chords
cued in all parts, the open solo section can be customized and
extended to feature several players.
10452998 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Prima Veritas—Paul Baker.
In the style of the great Louis Prima, this medium tempo, "jump"
blues chart is full of energy and excitement. Being a riff-based
chart, there are opportunities to play the written backgrounds or
have students create their own. The sax section is featured in a
two chorus soli and there is lots of room for numerous soloists
with the provided changes. A driving shout section leads to a short
open drum solo before the final chord. The trumpet range is to
written high C and the trombone range is to G, and the tempo is
about 172 bpm. Highly recommended!
10458463 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Star Eyes—Gene DePaul/arr. Dave Wolpe.
This is an outstanding, swingin' chart from master arranger Dave
Wolpe on this Gene DePaul classic! It's a great tune set at around
152 bpm, with fat ensemble voicings, nice solis, written solos
for trumpet 2 and piano, and optional wind and vibes parts for
expanded instrumentations. What's not to like?
10452112 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
The Weatherman's Dilemma—Rick Hirsch.
This swinging ensemble chart merges the bluesy lines of Benny
Golson reminiscent of his work with Art Blakey, the clarity
of Ahmad Jamal, and the relaxed feeling of the Count Basie
Orchestra. There are brief suggested or improvised solos for
tenor sax, trumpet, and alto sax, and it features big solidly
scored ensemble sections. A terrific change of pace chart for any
performance! Instrumentation: 5 saxes (SATTB with optional alto
sax 1), 4 trumpets (doubling flugels), 4 trombones (3 tenors, 1
bass), guitar, piano, bass, and drums with optional parts for flute,
vibes and horn in F.
10456264 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Yardbird Suite (Little Big Band)—
Charlie Parker/arr. Mark Taylor.
Arranged for six horns and rhythm section, this accessible chart on
Charlie Parker's swing classic features a trio of alto sax, trumpet and
guitar to start things off, followed later by great sounding scoring for
the full ensemble. Solos are included for trumpet and alto sax with
chord/scale sheets in all keys imcluded. Instrumentation: 3 saxes, 2
trumpets, 1 trombone and rhythm section. Optional parts are included
for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
10461362 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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