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All About That Bass—arr. Paul Murtha.
Paul Murtha's take on Meghan Trainor's smash hit
features a catchy melody, a strong rhythmic pulse, hand
claps, fun instrumental effects, and a hint of doo-wop.
Arranged here in an easy setting for younger players
with no solos, this is a great way to bring a taste of
current pop to your next concert. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this one is fun
and appealing!
10490299 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Angel—Wes Montgomery/arr. Les Sabina.
Here's a Wes Montgomery bossa/rock tune that grooves
along at around 145 bpm with the melody line played
by tenor 1 and trumpet 2. With very playable ensemble
sections and hits, this is a great vehicle for teaching style
and ensemble cohesiveness. The solos are written or ad
lib for tenor sax and piano, the lead trumpet range is to
written E top space, and optional parts are included for
vibes, flute, clarinet and more. This one is accessible,
solid, and includes nice contrasts. Angel is one you
don't want to miss!
10513855 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Avenue Swing—Mike 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Big Band Theory—Vince 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
The Big Band Theory—Larry Neeck. This bright
swinger kicks right from the start at around 180 bpm!
Based on a blues form, this chart is very melodic and
simply cooks in an uncomplicated fashion, with tasty
unison riffs balancing the powerfully scored ensemble
sections. The open solo section with great background
figures, along with the included suggested solos,
provides an opportunity for individual band members to
shine. Additional highlights included a nice shout chorus
and a section after the shout that begins softly and
builds to the end. It's also playable with optional reduced
instrumentation. Here's a great chart for opening a
program or for any occasion! Highly recommended!
10518277 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
Blue Note Blues—Jeff Jarvis. Whether your jazz
band has some experience or is in the developmental
stages, this medium-tempo swingin' blues chart is
suitable for all performance situations. All sections have
interesting parts to play, articulations are frequently
offered, ranges are reasonable, and rhythm parts are
notated with chord symbols provided. The easy-going,
tuneful melody is supported by accessible secondary
figures and the ranges are very reasonable. Suggested
or improvised solos are offered for baritone sax and
tenor sax. Some nice stop-time figures and a couple of
2/4 measures add to the appeal of this winning chart,
and it's playable with optional reduce or expanding
instrumentations. This one kicks at an accessible level!
10515802 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Blue Q—Doug Beach & George Shutack.
The combination of a medium swing groove, essential
swing figures and blues-based harmonies all add up to
make Blue Q an ideal chart for young jazzers to learn the
basics of big-band ensemble playing. The accessible
open solo section is ideal for young players to begin
to explore the world of improvisation, and it's flexibly
scored for almost any instrumentation from four players
and rhythm section on up to augmented jazz band
instrumentation. Don't miss this great little chart that's
ideal as an effective teaching and performance vehicle!
10515800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
Blues Brothers Rockin' Soul Revue—
arr. Paul Murtha.
No one brought musical energy
and excitement to the stage, TV and film like the Blues
Brothers! Here's a concise and accessible medley of
their biggest hits, including I Can't Turn You Loose,
Soul Man and Gimme Some Lovin.' This one is fun,
rocks hard, and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations!
10522948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Blues by Five—Red 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Bossa Nueva—Jeff Jarvis. This laid-back bossa
nova features a smooth and relaxed feel, nice section
exchanges, effective full ensemble passages, and an
open solo section with chord changes offered for 1st
tenor sax. The repetitious nature of the changes make
is easy to assign solos to other players as well. This
warm, memorable chart is loaded with gentle rhythms
and lushly voiced background material, and the winding
chord progression is typical of Brazilian songs, ensuring
satisfied listeners. Highly recommended!
10515804 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Can You Dig It?—George Shutack. This trendy
George Shutack original features a funky rock groove
that students will love to play over and over. Add to that
a strong melody with solid ensemble voicings, and you
have a chart that's ideal for young jazz players. Scored
for four horns with rhythm section and expandable to
full big band, with written or improvised solos for all, and
optional parts for expanded instrumentations, this rocker
has tons of energy and drive! You'll dig it!
10499207 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Caribbean Christmas—arr. Doug Beach &
George Shutack.
This infectious islands chart is sure
to light up any holiday concert! Caribbean Christmas
is a medley featuring Joy to the World, Good King
Wenceslas and We Wish You a Merry Christmas, all with
solid ensemble writing, spots for improvisation, and a
burning groove. Full of fun and excitement, this one will
have them wanting to get up and dance to their favorite
holiday tune!
10515792 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Christmas Tree Ride (O Tannenbaum)—
arr. Victor Lopez. This very accessible holiday chart
is based on O Tannenbaum and is in a bossa/rock
style played at around 138 bpm with a brief easy-to-
interpret 3/4 interlude that provides interesting contrast.
Additional features include a written alto sax solo and
trumpet 1 range to written E top space, plus it's playable
with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
It's Victor Lopez, it's Christmas, and it's accessible!
What more do you need?
10513985 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
Dawn of the Chili Pepper—Doug Beach &
George Shutack.
At last the origins of the elusive
Chili Pepper are revealed at the easy grade level! Set in
a driving tempo at about 176 bpm, this exciting chart
makes the Chili Pepper spirit accessible to younger
players. The strong melody, solid ensemble writing and
irresistible Latin groove combine to create a chart that
will be a great favorite for years to come. This accessible
chart is scored for four horns with rhythm section and is
expandable to full big band, has written or ad lib solos for
all, and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn
in F. This is fun, exciting and is a great teaching tool!
10492371 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
First Ride—Dean Sorenson. Modal jazz has
played a big role in the development of the art form,
and this haunting straight-eighth groove chart with
a mostly legato melody is the perfect introduction to
this important style. Colorful lines and harmonies are
featured here with the very flexible instrumentation which
works for groups of all shapes and sizes. Anyone can
solo with the provided scale sheets on only one scale, or
the suggested solos included in each part. First Ride will
help young jazz players on their journey!
10521244 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 48.00
A Foggy Day (In London Town)—
George Gershwin/arr. Mark Taylor.
If you're looking
for a great-sounding medium swing tune for younger
players that features tutti rhythms, this is the perfect chart
for you! Even though there are brief written or ad lib solos
for trumpet and tenor sax, the primary focus is on the full
ensemble. This version is playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations, and the bass lines and
piano voicings are entirely written. You can't get much
better than George Gershwin and Mark Taylor!
10522942 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Fool Me Once—Dean Sorenson. This straight-ahead
blues has it all! From an easy swinging melody that gives
way to cool counterpoint, it leads to solos that are open
for all. All players have an opportunity to improvise on a
single scale with the scale sheets that are included for
each instrument. For those not wanting to improvise, a
suggested solo is provided on all the parts. Completely
flexible instrumentation makes this chart perfect for
young jazz groups of all shapes and sizes. This one is
great for teaching basic swing and blues styles!
10521248 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Goin' Viral!—Larry Neeck. This tasty little rocker
gives the entire ensemble an opportunity to shine! With
a tempo set at 132 pm, the stop-time melodic theme
creates interest and contrasts nicely with the all-out
rock grooves. The basic solo changes or the included
suggested solos will help young soloists sound like
pros. Playable with optional reduced instrumentations,
this easy-to-assemble chart will create excitement with
players and audiences alike. Go viral!
10518283 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Grooved Pavement Ahead—Brad Ciechomski.
The funky groove starts right away and never lets up in
this accessible rock chart for young jazz bands. Punchy
lines coupled with colorful harmonies set this piece
apart. The solos are for anyone with the scale sheets for
all instruments, or the suggested solos included in all
the parts. A special feature is the drummer trading with
the ensemble near the end. There are also options for
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Part of the First
Place for Jazz Series, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
10521238 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
OPTIONAL REDUCED
Do you have less than perfect jazz ensemble instrumentation? Only 3 saxes? 2 trumpets? Just 1 trombone? Take a look at these new charts!
While scored for standard jazz ensemble instrumentation, they will sound full and complete with as few as 3 or 4 saxes (AAT or AATT), 2 or 3 trumpets,
and 1 or 2 trombones, plus piano, bass and drums. Check out more than 400 charts playable with optional reduced instrumentation at jwpepper.com.
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