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n Back in TimePat Metheny/arr. Bob Curnow.
Pat Metheny is known for his beautiful melodies,
and Back in Time is no exception. Featuring
a flugelhorn or trumpet soloist throughout on
a written-out solo with chords included for
improvisation, this arrangement is very playable by
the ensemble with its moderate ranges. Originally
recorded on the reissued Secret Story CD, this
arrangement is a great addition to Bob Curnow's
continuing reflection on Metheny's music. Beautiful
melody, beautiful chart!
10368493 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n BlueBobby Shew/arr. Gordon Brisker. This
gorgeous ballad that features trumpet or flugelhorn
is now available to your band. Written in memory
of Blue Mitchell, this tune was recorded by Louie
Bellson on London Scene. Not only does it feature
your soloist, it shows the depth of your band as a
whole, from the majestic introduction to the muted
trumpet accompaniment figures.
2203685 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Body and SoulJohnny Green/arr. Dave Wolpe.
There's no better way to feature your alto soloist than
with this arrangement! It's one of the most important
ballads in the jazz repertoire, and Dave's chart
brings out all of its lush beauty. A big, expansive
double-time section gives your soloist a chance to
improvise before returning to ballad tempo for the
dramatic ending. Highly recommended!
2472239 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n Bridge Over Troubled WaterPaul Simon/
arr. Alan Baylock. Arranger Alan Baylock delivers
his distinctive, lush and in-demand ballad style
to this wonderful song in a more contemporary
setting. It's set at 92 bpm, there are no individual
solos, just delicious harmony throughout. The
trumpet section frequently carries the melody
and the lead trumpet range is to written high C.
There are optional parts included plus vibraphone
for expanded instrumentations. Sensational ballad!
Highly recommended!
10355580 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n A Child Is BornThad Jones. Composed and
arranged by Thad Jones, this is an absolutely
gorgeous ballad in 3/4 that is a "must" for any good
jazz library! It's one of the most "tasteful" jazz charts
ever written!
543421 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Crystal SilenceChick Corea/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Recorded in 1972, Chick Corea's Return to Forever
album is recognized as one of the landmark
albums of jazz fusion. Along with the jazz standard
La Fiesta, the mesmerizing ballad introduced on
this album was Crystal Silence. Mike Tomaro does
an outstanding job of maintaining the ethereal
and lush qualities of the original in this marvelous
setting for jazz ensemble. A stunning choice for
contests and festivals!
10317237 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H God Bless the ChildHerzog & Holiday/
arr. Sammy Nestico. Here's the trombone solo/
section feature you've been looking for! This great
jazz standard, first popularized by co-writer and
singer Billie Holiday, is an ideal solo/soli vehicle
for trombones. Sammy's chart is not only lush and
beautiful, but it makes perfect sense!
2261535 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Goodbye Pork Pie HatCharles Mingus/arr.
Andrew Homzy. This beautiful arrangement of
Charles Mingus' signature ballad features altos
and trumpets playing the melody off the top,
then later adds the entire ensemble. Sample
written solos are provided for the short solo or
soli spots for trumpet and trombone and there are
also notated piano voicings and bass lines. Here
is a more accessible version of this lovely tune
that will be a great introduction to the music of
Mingus for developing players. Optional parts are
also included for flute, clarinet and F horn. A jazz
classic that is highly recommended!
10005177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Harlem NocturneEarle Hagen/arr. Mike
Tomaro. This standard from the 1940s has been
recorded countless times and remains a staple
in the jazz literature. Mike Tomaro's creative
treatment shines new and invigorating light on the
tune, with a contemporary shuffle groove and fresh
harmonies. Solos for alto sax and piano will round
out your performance with class and style!
2472884 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
I Can't Get StartedVernon Duke/arr. Victor
Goines. Every student of jazz should have an
opportunity to play this beautiful jazz ballad. Done
here as a trumpet solo feature, it receives a more
contemporary treatment than usual, but retains
all the character and beauty of the original. The
trumpet solo is completely notated with changes
provided for ornamentation and improvisation. The
2nd trumpet range goes to written F sharp on the
top line and the lead trumpet range is to written G
sharp above the staff. An effective chart for every
library, this is a great feature in a true jazz style!
10011967 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n I Remember CliffordBenny Golson/arr. Sammy
Nestico. Benny Golson's tribute to Clifford Brown
has been a jazz favorite for years, and in the hands
of Sammy Nestico you won't find a better flugelhorn
feature. Absolutely gorgeous!
2249365 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
I'm Getting Sentimental Over YouGeorge
Bassman/arr. Rick Hirsch. Here's a wonderful
update of Tommy Dorsey's classic theme song. It's
totally playable by high school jazz bands, yet it also
sounds great with college and professional groups.
It's written as a trombone feature throughout (with
optional solo parts included for B-flat and E-flat
instruments), although super-high Dorsey-esque
chops are not required. The solo is mostly written
with a section of improvising around the melody
and ad lib fills at the end. Alternate solo parts for
trumpet and saxophone are included, as well as
optional parts for Clarinet, Flute, Vibes, and French
Horn (doubling the Trombone 1 part). The bass and
piano parts are fully notated. An outstanding ballad
feature for any program!
10371015 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 58.00
n In a Sentimental MoodDuke Ellington/arr.
Mike Tomaro. Here's a chart that everyone should
get to know! Duke Ellington's classic ballad is
the perfect opportunity to feature your star tenor
sax player. With flowing melodies and a lush
orchestration, this is the perfect ballad for contests
or festivals.
2406312 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n IsfahanEllington & Strayhorn/arr. Alan Baylock.
This is the alto sax ballad feature you have been
looking for! Put together the brilliant composers Billy
Strayhorn and Duke Ellington with superb arranger
Alan Baylock, and you will have an outstanding
musical experience. This chart is not technically
difficult, but it's lush and full of moving lines and
nuances. The lead trumpet range is to written A
above the staff, there is no improvisation for the alto
soloist, just the beautiful Strayhorn melody! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10071902 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Just When I'm Thinkin' 'bout YouRob
Vuono. Beautifully written in a slow swing style, this
impressive swing ballad is an excellent showcase
for your lead trombone player. Rob keeps the
ranges modest throughout, yet achieves a most
sophisticated sound by way of a well-crafted
melody, paired with a distinctive set of chord
changes and well-written ensembles. The solo
is accessible and melodic, plus there is terrific
ensemble writing for the full ensemble. The rhythm
section parts are fully notated along with chord
changes to ensure success. Sure to be a favorite in
any book, this chart has the timeless feel of a true
standard. Highly recommended!
10050263 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Ballads
Medium
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Back in Time—Pat Metheny/arr. Bob Curnow.
10368493 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Angel Eyes—Matt Dennis/arr. Dave Wolpe.
10303786 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Bridge Over Troubled Water—
Paul Simon/arr. Alan Baylock.
10355580 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Softly, As in a Morning Sunrise—
Sigmund Romberg/arr. Mark Taylor.
10374142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10374142E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
A Child Is Born—Thad Jones.
543421 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
God Bless the Child—
Herzog & Holiday/arr. Sammy Nestico.
2261535 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Body and Soul—Johnny Green/arr. Dave Wolpe.
2472239 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2472239E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 55.00
Over the Rainbow—
Harold Arlen/arr. Alan Baylock.
10093177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Crystal Silence—Chick Corea/arr. Mike Tomaro.
10317237 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10317237E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
Pure Imagination
(from "Wille Wonka and the Chocolate Factory")
—Bricusse & Newley/arr. Craig Skeffington.
10068800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Celebrating Kendor
Music's 60th Anniversary
2014 marks the 60th anniversary of
Kendor Music and their long tradition
of providing quality jazz ensemble
publications. In celebration Kendor has
released special anniversary editions
of charts created by Art Dedrick in the early years. These
accessible arrangements still resonate today!
American Patrol—arr. Art Dedrick. Originally released in 1956, this easy
level, swingin' arrangement of the iconic F.W. Meacham tune opens with a
short, written alto sax solo before launching into a satisfying series of sax and
brass solis, unisons and full ensemble shouts. All rhythm section parts are fully
notated, brass rhythms are very accessible, and no improvisation is required.
This chart 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.
10455624 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Little Brown Jug—arr. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Londonderry Air—arr. Art Dedrick. This easy big band release from 1954
features a beautiful trumpet solo, played as written, in an expressive ballad
setting. Flowing legato figures dominate throughout, and a brief trombone
solo and a 16-bar sax section soli provides young soloists with important
resting time. 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.
545137 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
When the Saints Go Marching In—arr. Art Dedrick. The swingin'
unison vocal featuring all wind players is the definite highlight in this easy level
vintage arrangement from 1955! Both before and after that rousing chorus,
sax and brass solis and strong ensemble shouts give this old favorite plenty of
momentum and sparkle. 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.
547026 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
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