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Blues & Swing advanced / Big Band Standards
n Upper Manhattan Medical Group (UMMG)
Billy Strayhorn/arr. Mike Kamuf. With a wonderful
melody by the brilliant composer Billy Strayhorn,
this arrangement by Mike Kamuf is superb and
includes suggested or improvised solos for trumpet,
tenor sax, and trombone. The trumpet 1 range is
up to written high D-flat and the tempo swings at
around 180 bpm. Section solis, big ensembles, and
a fine shout chorus all contribute to making this an
outstanding chart!
10513946 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
n
Watermelon ManHerbie Hancock/arr. Gordon
Goodwin. This classic Herbie Hancock composition
has become one of the most familiar songs in jazz
history. Gordon Goodwin wanted to do something a
little different in his arrangement without violating
the spirit and intent of the original version. He
scored it as a jazz shuffle that screams excitement!
Solis, big ensemble sections, modulations and
solo space for alto, tenor, bari, trumpet 4 and
trombone will provide all the excitement you need.
As recorded on Gordon's newest CD, Act Your Age.
Get it while it's hot! Highly recommended!
10071929 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10058872 CD-Act Your Age
with Bonus DVD . . . . . . . . . 15.98
What Is This Thing Called Love?Cole Porter/
arr. Aric Schneller. This Aric Schneller arrangement
is a burnin' swing chart on the Cole Porter jazz
standard. Great energy is created with the 180
bpm tempo, the solo space for Alto Sax 1, and a
fierce unison horn interlude. A superior chart for
a good band!
10494573 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
n What You Dealin' With?Wycliffe Gordon. This
is the show closer that will bring down the house!
The main groove is a funky boogaloo at about 103
bpm, plus a band chant, a swing section, and a
gospel feel. Flexible solo space with written solos
is provided for trombone 1, alto, tenor, and trumpet
2, and the lead trumpet range is to high C. Hey,
there's something here for everyone!
10452164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
The Windmills of Your MindMichel Legrand/
arr. Eric Richards. Here's a beautiful tune treated
as a loose-swinging jazz waltz at around 155 bpm.
The initial melody is stated by tenor and trumpet,
then add a hot sax section soli, and written or ad lib
solos for tenor and trumpet. All this and more in this
brilliant chart!
10513944 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
4 WindowsChick Corea/arr. Mike Tomaro. This
early Chick Corea composition features a jazz waltz
at a breezy medium tempo. Even in this standard
jazz form you can hear Corea's unique twists and
turns in this iconic jazz classic. Windows is beautifully
adapted by Mike Tomaro for full jazz ensemble.
10617884 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Yo Tannenbaum! (O Tannenbaum)arr.
Gordon Goodwin. Holiday jazz by Gordon Goodwin?
Yes... and this adaptation of O Tannenbaum is quite
an adventure! Offering a chorale, some Basie style
and fast and furious Goodwin bebop, this is not
your ordinary holiday jazz chart. There's solo space
for alto and tenor sax, trumpet and trombone. The
optional doubles are flute for 2nd alto sax, lead alto
has either a standard alto part or an optional part for
alto with a soprano double. An extremely exciting
chart as performed by The Big Phat Band.
10011996 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Big Band Standards
All Levels
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 . . . . . . . . E 42.00
n April in ParisVernon Duke/trans. Jeff Hest. This
chart is simply about style! And with style is exactly
how Count Basie and his orchestra played it! From
the silky smooth sax soli on the head to the Pop Goes
The Weasel trumpet solo to the "...one more time..."
repeat of the last phrase, every detail of this jazz
standard has been transcribed and reconstructed by
Jeff Hest. A remarkable, authentic way to tell your
audience what swing is really all about!
2422855 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 60.00
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 . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Artistry in RhythmStan Kenton/arr. Paul Murtha.
Composed and recorded by Stan Kenton in the
1940s, Artistry in Rhythm became his signature
and a true classic from the big-band era. Paul
Murtha has skillfully adapted and truncated this for
younger players while maintaining the flavor and
energy of the original. Solo piano starts things off
followed by the iconic trombone solo in the medium
Latin section. The exciting double time swing section
features the entire ensemble, then the maestoso
theme returns to close things out. Impressive!
10374166 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 45.00
H Basie Straight AheadSammy Nestico. Don't
miss your chance to play this great chart exactly
as the Basie band recorded it, unsimplified! Your
band will meet the challenge with enthusiasm and
be proud of the results. Not for wimps!
2233872 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 56.00
n Bernie's TuneBernie Miller/arr. Dave Wolpe.
This swinger features tenor sax 1 and muted
trumpet 2 and is arranged by one of the best, Dave
Wolpe. Featured are excellent written-out solos
for both horns, a superb shout chorus, and a lead
trumpet range hitting a written high B above the
staff. This great chart also features optional parts
for expanded instrumentations. You'll want this
outstanding chart! Highly recommended!
10355576 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 52.00
H Big Noise from WinnetkaHaggart & Bauduc/
arr. Paul Lavender. Bring the sounds of Bob Crosby
and the big band era to life again with this fun chart
for younger players! It features an authentic sound,
a flexible solo section and the saxes get to whistle
the melody for added fun. A great experience for
young players!
2481666 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 45.00
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 . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Blues in Hoss' Flat (Blues in Frankie's Flat)
Foster & Basie/arr. Rick Stitzel. Here's a great
way to introduce the music of Count Basie to
your young players. Carefully scored for young
groups, this medium swing chart composed by
Frank Foster and Count Basie trades the melody
between the trumpets and saxes, includes a solo or
soli for trumpet, and a brief shout chorus using tutti
rhythms for the entire ensemble. Suggested solos
and chord/scale sheets in all keys are included,
plus it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10427422 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 40.00
n Boogie Woogie Bugle BoyRaye & Prince/arr.
Stephen Bulla. Originally a hit back in 1941 for the
Andrews Sisters, this classic has stood the test of
time and is hard to beat for its entertainment value.
This updated version has all the excitement of
the original and the ranges are moderate for the
trumpets. There are solos for trumpet and baritone
sax in this outstanding chart that will appeal to
your audiences and ensemble. Get out the saddle
oxfords, bobby socks and pleated skirts for this one!
2481643 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . M 50.00
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 . . . . . . . . E 40.00
C-Jam BluesDuke Ellington/arr. Mark Taylor.
Here is a new and creative new take on this Duke
Ellington favorite set in a New Orleans street beat
style. A piano introduction sets up the groove then a
small group takes the initial statement of the theme.
The rest of the ensemble enters with a counterline
before the full ensemble launches the solo section
which is designed to feature any number of soloists.
Unique and effective!
10374164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 45.00
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 . . . . . . . . E 40.00
H 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 . . . . . . . . E 40.00
4 Caravan (Little Big Band)Duke Ellington/arr.
Michael Philip Mossman. This Ellington favorite
adapts beautifully to the little big band format
in the skilled hands of Michael Mossman. The
classic tune is still there, but with a contemporary
twist. Instrumentation: six horns (ATB saxes, two
trumpets, one trombone) plus four rhythm with
optional parts included for alto, tenor and trombone.
This format is perfect for smaller programs, or
additional ensemble opportunities.
10617896 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 50.00
CaravanDuke Ellington/arr. John Berry. Here's
a distinctive arrangement for beginning jazz groups
on one of Duke Ellington's most recognizable
tunes. One of the featured works in the 2014
movie "Whiplash," it combines the styles of Latin
and big band swing and is a marvelous introduction
to the Duke for young jazzers. Arranged for full jazz
ensemble, it's also playable by as few as 3 saxes,
2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano, bass and drums.
10023039 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 40.00
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 . . . . . . . M 48.00
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 . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Don't Get Around Much AnymoreEllington
& Russell/arr. Mark Taylor. One of the classic
trademark tunes from the Duke Ellington library,
this familiar jazz standard is solidly scored for
younger players by Mark Taylor. When it comes to
accessible charts in a medium swing style, this one
can't be beat! Highly recommended!
10427404 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 45.00
H Don't Get Around Much AnymoreDuke
Ellington/arr. Michael Sweeney. What better way
to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your
young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored
arrangement by Michael Sweeney! Even at this
easy level, this chart really swings and will sound
great with limited rehearsal time. Your pianist gets a
rare chance to shine as he or she is featured on the
melody while the ensemble answers. Later, every
section gets to play the melody and there's a written
or ad lib solo for any saxophone. The final section
starts softly with saxes alone, then builds as various
layers are added. This bluesy, swinging chart is
playable with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1
trombone, piano and drums, and all solos have
written parts provided. This belongs in every young
jazz curriculum! Highly recommended!
10016142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Flight of the Foo BirdsNeal Hefti/arr. Peter
Blair. This Peter Blair chart on the Neal Hefti/Count
Basie classic is a wonderful adaptation for younger
jazz groups. It does its Basie thing with a light and
cool swing feel, includes nice changes in texture,
has brief written or ad lib solos for alto sax and
trumpet 2, and an outstanding shout chorus with
drum fills. Played at 156 bpm, the trumpet 1 range
is up to written G on top of the staff, and optional
parts are included for expanded instrumentations.
Great tune, great chart!
10513893 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . ME 48.00
n Give It OneFerguson & Downey/arr. Chris Sharp.
Close to the original, but somewhat simplified, this
burning rocker from the Maynard Ferguson library
really sizzles with a driving intensity! The lead
trumpet goes up to high D with a couple high E's
thrown in for your aspiring high note specialist.
It also includes a nice chorus for a written or
improvised alto sax solo and some very cool trumpet
section solis.
10456824 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 65.00
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