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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
I Can't Help ItStevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Written by Stevie Wonder and recorded by Michael
Jackson on his 1979 album Off the Wall, this
familiar hit is treated here in a creative version for
jazz ensemble. Incorporating the jazz influenced
harmonies of the original with a light samba groove,
this is sure to become a favorite with your players
and audiences alike.
10376211 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 55.00
n I Can't Stop Loving Youarr. Quincy Jones.
Every jazz fan knows it, loves it and has wished it
was in print! And now, this quintessential big-band
arrangement is finally available! As recorded by the
Count Basie Orchestra on their album This Time
by Basie: Hits of the 50s & 60s, Quincy Jones'
arrangement of I Can't Stop Loving You will bring
your audiences to their feet. Beginning with the
Count's rubato piano tremolo, this laid-back shuffle
chart features in-your-face ensemble writing at its
finest. There is short, written-out solo space for
trombone and piano, but mostly this chart simply
swings its tail off with the entire ensemble from
beginning to end! Never has a sad song sounded
so happy! Very highly recommended!
10368505 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 48.00
H I Just Can't Wait to Be KingElton John/arr.
Gordon Goodwin. From the Disney movie "The Lion
King," Gordon Goodwin has crafted a hot jazz shuffle
that goes and then goes even more! A showcase for
alto and trumpet with a unison melody line and solo
space for each player, it includes plenty of energy,
zip, attitude and a hot shout chorus section. This
chart roars! Highly recommended!
10012009 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 65.00
n I Left My Heart in San Franciscoarr. Quincy
Jones. Quincy Jones wrote some incredible
arrangements on very popular tunes for the Count
Basie Orchestra. As recorded on This Time By
Basie, Quincy's arrangement of I Left My Heart in
San Francisco features great interplay between the
ensemble playing the melody, and the piano with
written solo fills. With a tempo around 108 bpm,
and a relaxed swing feel, there's also short solo
space for tenor saxophone, and the ranges are very
moderate. This chart is playable by a lot of bands.
It's a true classic! Highly recommended!
10368506 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 48.00
n I Wanna Be Like YouSherman & Sherman/arr.
John Wasson. What happens when one of the hottest
swing bands in the land cuts loose on a Disney
classic? Cranked up excitement! Big Bad Voodoo
Daddy takes a mambo spin on I Wan'na Be Like You
from "The Jungle Book," and with lots of tutti writing,
your band will get a real powerhouse sound!
2433704 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
n I WishStevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro. This
tune makes tons of sense for jazz ensemble! With
its invigorating style, the arrangement is true to the
classic sound of Stevie Wonder's original. The solo
section is flexible, so you can tailor it to your band's
strengths. The medium slow groove on this one is
pure magic!
2470798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
H
In the Stonearr. Paul Murtha. With no solos
required and only a driving rhythmic groove, here's
an authentic-sounding version of this Earth, Wind
& Fire classic. The trombones are featured on the
melody and all the signature riffs from the original
are beautifully captured. Guaranteed fun!
10033677 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
n The Incredibles (Medley)Michael Giacchino/
arr. Stephen 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 high-energy
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 . . . . . . . M 50.00
4 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 . . . . . . . M 55.00
Make Me SmileJames Pankow/arr. John
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 . . . . . . . M 55.00
Man in the Mirrorarr. Roger Holmes. Opening
softly and featuring an alto sax soloist, this chart
builds intensity steadily throughout, leading to
the powerful final chorus. This is a very effective
arrangement of one of Michael Jackson's best-
known and enduring hits!
10077755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
MoondanceVan Morrison/arr. Roy Phillippe.
Van Morrison's jazz flavored pop classic is taken
to a new level of "cool" in this smooth swing chart!
Lots of nice licks and ensemble writing turn this into
a real piece for jazzers. Open solos for trombone,
alto and trumpet can be improvised or played from
suggested solos. Difficulty is not too bad, but you'll
need a lead trumpet with some range.
2381606 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 48.00
n Norwegian WoodLennon & McCartney/arr. Bill
Holman. Buddy Rich's band recorded this Beatles
tune, and it is one of Holman's best-known charts.
Treated as a jazz waltz, full of excitement and
energy, it features solos for alto sax and trombone.
Lots of raw power and blistering figures make this
the ideal concert opener or closer!
2471103 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 57.00
n Over the RainbowHarold Arlen/arr. Alan
Baylock. Do you have two trumpet players to
showcase? Here is a ballad everybody knows,
scored as a trumpet duet feature. Everything is
written, no improvised solos, the lead trumpet
range is to C above the staff and the second part
is to written A. Lyrical and melodic, this chart is
a sure-fire crowd pleaser impeccably arranged by
Alan Baylock! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10093177 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 48.00
PegBecker & Fagen/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group
Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive
harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for
alto and trumpet are included along with rhythmic
ensemble punches in this very effective adaptation
for jazz ensemble.
10072782 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
n Pick Up the Piecesarr. Mark Taylor. An 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 . . . . . . . M 50.00
H Pick Up the Piecesarr. Victor Lopez. It's 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 . . . . . . . M 50.00
The Pink Panther (Little Big Band)Henry
Mancini/arr. Mike Tomaro. This timeless Mancini
classic gets a makeover 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 . . . . . . . M 45.00
n Play that Funky MusicRobert Parissi/arr.
Gordon Goodwin. This Gordon Goodwin chart
on the classic funk rock tune Play That Funky
Music is a showcase for your lead alto saxophone
soloist from start to finish. This one demands a
contemporary alto sax soloist with style and some
altissimo chops too. A funk groove is essential for
the rhythm section. If you have the rhythm section
and the alto player, this is it! As recorded on The
Phat Pack by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band.
Highly recommended!
10012000 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 65.00
10012411 The Phat Pack Dual Disc
CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n Rock This TownBrian Setzer/arr. Dave Wolpe.
This is it...the chart you've been waiting to get your
hands on! This tune has long been a rockin' favorite,
and the version by the Brian Setzer Orchestra is
even hotter! Dave Wolpe has arranged Rock This
Town almost note for note right off the recording,
and has included solo space for a screaming guitar
solo ala the Setzer recording. No doubt about it...
this chart will completely energize your kids!
2410223 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 55.00
H Septemberarr. 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 . . . . . . . M 50.00
n Sesame Street (Theme)Joe Raposo/arr.
DiBlasio & Lowden. From the Maynard Ferguson
LP Storm, here's an imaginative arrangement of
a song everyone loves. Carefully adapted by Bob
Lowden, this chart is a winner!
2137065 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 60.00
She's Leaving HomeLennon & McCartney/arr.
Richard Tuttobene. This Beatles classic is treated
to a creative and varied setting in this production
number from Richard Tuttobene. The lush chorale-
like opening leads to a jazz waltz setting of the
main theme featuring a flugelhorn soloist. The full
ensemble is then featured in a straight ahead swing
section and the slow chorale style from the opening
makes a brief, yet effective, return near the end. A
unique tour-de-force for mature ensembles! Ideal
festival chart!
10317205 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 60.00
Pop Hits
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Suit & Tie—arr. John Wasson.
10374148 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10374148E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha.
10343785 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10343785E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Michael Mossman.
10297508 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10297508E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
Soulful Strut—arr. Victor Lopez.
10355620 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Bridge Over Troubled Water—
Paul Simon/arr. Alan Baylock.
10355580 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
I Left My Heart in San Francisco—
arr. Quincy Jones.
10368506 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
September—arr. Mark Taylor.
10016127 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro.
2481654 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
2481654E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 50.00
Pick Up the Pieces—arr. Victor Lopez.
10068806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Blackbird—
Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mike Tomaro.
10098755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10098755E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . . . . 55.00
Celebrate the 200th anniversary
of our national anthem!
Star Spangled
Banner
arr. Paul Clark. Although this
piece is not usually associated
with jazz bands, this arrangement
works so well it can appropriately
be included in any jazz concert. It's
also invaluable to have in the files
for those "emergency" situations
where a jazz group is called upon
to perform our National Anthem. It
includes just the right elements to
give it a jazz flavor, yet maintains
the dignity and reverence of the
original. While it is harmonically
jazzy, it is rhythmically traditional and
can serve as accompaniment for
audience singing. It is also playable
with reduced instrumentation. If your
jazz ensemble plays for basketball
games, this is perfect. A wise
investment for all jazz programs!
Highly recommended!
10050282 Jazz Ensemble . . ME 45.00
