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H Afro BlueMongo Santamaria/arr. Michael
Sweeney. With an almost hypnotic 3/4 rhythmic
pattern, here is an effective yet easy version of
this standard made famous by John Coltrane. The
saxes are featured on the first chorus then the
brass get a chorus of their own. The simple solo
section (using a single scale) makes this a great
training piece for improvisation (sample solos are
provided for all keys). A marvelously unique offering
at the easy level!
2479366 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Ain't Got No Place to GoAndy Clark. Featuring
a Basie style introduction, this is the perfect chart
for young jazz players who want to learn how to
swing. This tasty swing tune includes an optional
section of basic blues changes where any or all
players try their hand at an improvised solo. The
scales are provided for all instruments. Every
section gets to shine, but technical and range
demands are kept to a minimum. It's also playable
with reduced instrumentation and chock-full of
audience appeal. A superior choice for younger
jazz ensembles!
2481468 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Ain't Misbehavin'Fats Waller/arr. Ralph Ford.
You can't go wrong with this one! It's a famous
tune by one of the most memorable figures in
jazz, Thomas "Fats" Waller, and it's well within the
capabilities of younger bands. It also includes an
easy to play, written piano solo that sounds super.
It's sure to make your band sound great even with
limited rehearsal time.
2467587 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
H All BluesMiles Davis/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Don't miss this one! Let your young jazz band cut
their teeth on this great jazz chart from Miles Davis'
epic recording Kind Of Blue. You can't beat the
combination of a classic chart and an arranger
like Michael Sweeney who knows how to make it
accessible for young jazzers. Written in 3/4 time
for ease of reading, this piece captures the feel and
sound of the original. A wonderful, important chart
you will want in your library!
2454593 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
All My LovingLennon & McCartney/arr.
Rick Stitzel. One of the iconic early hits by the
Beatles, this catchy tune features an immediately
recognizable melody and a driving swing/shuffle
style. Included in this version for young players is
the famous guitar break adapted for saxophone solo
or soli. It's also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10461396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n All of MeMarks & Simons/arr. Roger Holmes.
This is a super swing chart! It's one of the most
recognizable standards ever written, set in a nice
easy swing groove. Beautifully adapted for young
players, this chart will work great for festivals and
concerts alike. After the first 3 notes of the melody,
your audience will be snapping along!
2392512 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H All the Things You AreJerome Kern/arr.
Michael Sweeney. Definitely one of Jerome Kern's
best offerings! This easy arrangement by premier
arranger, Michael Sweeney, features a moderate
Latin groove with alternating swing sections. This is
an outstanding chart for young groups!
2249761 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Alright, Okay, You Winarr. Michael Sweeney.
Your young jazzers will really like this famous
shuffle chart! Recorded by Peggy Lee, Count Basie
and others, it features written/optional ad lib solos
that make it an excellent choice for beginning
improv work. Michael Sweeney really knows how
to arrange for young groups, and this hot chart is
no exception!
2333581 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
H
American Patrolarr. Mike Lewis. Glenn
Miller's band made this a huge World War II hit
song and here it is scored for young players. This
chart has no individual solos, very modest brass
ranges and plenty of ensemble sound. Easy to
rehearse and perform, it swings right along and
is playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentation. A winner!
10028059 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
April in ParisVernon Duke/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Made famous by The Count Basie Orchestra, here
is a great-sounding yet playable version of this
standard for developing bands. It includes feature
spots for every section and optional written or
improvised solos for trumpet and trombone. This
accessible chart maintains an authentic sound
even in this easy version. It will even sound full
and complete with only 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3
trombones and rhythm! Also included are optional
parts for flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba.
Highly recommended!
10052549 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Avenue SwingMike Collins-Dowden. This Mike
Collins-Dowden swing-style original features a hip
melody, interesting call-and-response passages
between the saxes and brass, nice dynamic
contrasts, a written or improv solo for trumpet, and
great drum licks. The tempo is around 144 bpm,
the trumpet 1 range is to written E top space, and
optional flute, clarinet and vibes parts are included.
Add in the exceptional ensemble writing, and it's all
you need!
10513871 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Baby That's What I Need (a.k.a. Walk Tall)
arr. Vince Gassi. This tune is better known as Walk
Tall and was originally performed by Cannonball
Adderley's quintet. It has a gospel flavored R&B
groove and the features include a lead trumpet
range to written F top line, a written tenor sax
solo that trades with the ensemble. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, it's
a very cool chart!
10355568 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n Bad Attitude!Michael Sweeney. As soon as
you see the tempo marking, "Nasty Swing," you
know this is going to be a fun, different approach
to a swingin' blues chart! Just the right amount of
dissonance, in just the right places, gives the piece
an "edgy" groove that really makes it live up to the
nastiness of its title! Highly recommended!
2472909 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 The Big Band TheoryVince Gassi. Wow, this
accessible swing chart has it all... a medium-up
tempo, cool melodic lines, textural variety, mature
harmonies, easy brass ranges, written or ad lib
solos for tenor 1 and trombone 1, and a highly
effective a cappella stop-time interlude. Want
more? Ok then, it swings with a swagger and
is playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Big Band Theory will make your
young players sound like pros!
10513857 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Big Spender (from "Sweet Charity")Cy
Coleman/arr. Rick Stitzel. From the musical
"Sweet Charity," this familiar standard has
come to epitomize the bluesy "bump and grind"
slow swing style. Your trombones will have fun
with the signature riff and every section of the
band gets a chance at the melody. Scored for
full jazz ensemble, it's also playable with as
few as 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and
rhythm. Include the optional parts for flute, 2
clarinets, horn in F and tuba to add color and give
nontraditional jazz players an opportunity to play
in the jazz band!
10041755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n BirdlandJosef Zawinul/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Here's an excellent, easy version of Josef Zawinul's
great jazz tune! Solid writing all the way and no
solos required.
2230910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n BJ's DinerTim Fisher. This easy-to-prepare
laid-back swing chart is the perfect fit for younger
ensembles. The trumpet ranges are limited to E on
the staff and there's plenty of unison writing with
just enough harmony to keep things exciting, yet
remain accessible. Hungry for an accessible swing
chart? Go to BJ's Diner!
10367328 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 The Black CatDoug Beach & George Shutack.
Here is the perfect combination of an infectious
melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures
that are essential for younger players to learn. With
flexible scoring, this easy swinger works with only
four players and rhythm section on up to augmented
jazz ensemble instrumentation. There's open solo
space for anyone with suggested solos provided.
A great teaching and performance chart!
10515798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n Blue MonkThelonious Monk/arr. Michael
Sweeney. One of the all-time great tunes by
jazz legend Thelonious Monk! Mike's authentic
adaptation preserves Monk's unique rhythmic
phrases and style. Opening with a trumpet/tenor
duet, there's also plenty of tutti ensemble playing
and flexible solo sections over easy blues changes.
2392504 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Blues by FiveRed Garland/arr. John Berry.
Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin' with the
Miles Davis Quintet, this jazz standard composed
by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for young
jazzers. With a moderate tempo, a riff-based
melody, and non-threatening soloing on the blues
progression, this is the perfect introduction to the
music of Miles Davis for students and audiences.
Suggested solos are included along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys, and it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10490309 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Blues in Hoss' Flat (Blues in Frankie's Flat)
Foster & Basie/arr. Mark Taylor. There is no
better style for young players to emulate than that
of the Count Basie Orchestra. This famous swing
tune is nicely arranged here by Mark Taylor in a very
playable version that still sounds authentic.
2473678 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H The Blues WalkClifford Brown/arr. Paul
Murtha. Introduce your young players to jazz
legend Clifford Brown with this classic riff
tune. This creative arrangement for developing
groups is great for learning to improvise with
the suggested solos, and the ensemble figures
are repetitive and easy to learn. It's scored for
standard jazz ensemble instrumentation, but will
sound fine with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones
and rhythm. Also included are optional parts for
flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba. Every band
needs to experience the blues!
10052548 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Boogie Woogie Bugle Boyarr. Michael Sweeney.
This chart is way up on the "fun meter!" Mike's
playable arrangement doesn't sacrifice any of that
classic swing era sound and style. The trumpet
section is the primary featured section, however
the saxes also get a crack at the melody and the
trombones will really enjoy the glissandi in the shout
chorus. A superb chart for your young band!
2363323 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Budget Stretching Jazz Saver Pack No. 1
Paul Clark, Ken Harris, Larry Neeck & James
Swearingen. This budget-saving pack is an
outstanding collection of four jazz charts for young
players that includes Time Out by Ken Harris, Just
Before I Close My Eyes by Larry Neeck, The Preacher
Man by Jim Swearingen and Low Rider by Paul
Clark. The set includes a swing tune, a solo ballad
feature for alto sax or trumpet, and two rock tunes
and will provide your group with quality teaching
materials as well as audience-friendly music that is
sure to please. The full set of four charts is less than
half of the cost of the tunes if purchased separately,
and the set includes links for free full-performance
mp3 downloads of the four charts.
10457909 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Bye, Bye BlackbirdRay Henderson/arr. Mark
Taylor. Arranged in a medium slow Count Basie
style, this is a great chart for teaching ensemble
balance and laidback swing. It includes plenty of
tutti ensemble playing, plus a Basie-like piano solo
that's completely written out. Highly recommended!
10317291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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!
It was one of the featured works in the 2014 movie
"Whiplash" and uses interesting textures and
alternates between a Latin groove and swing. This
is a very effective production number with limited
technical demands for young players.
2307627 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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
