J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2016 Publications) lNew for 2016 HPepper Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 82 jazz ensemble Go to cart Pop Hits medium-easy Don't Stop Believin'arr. Paul Murtha. From the group Journey, this powerful rock ballad from 1981 has enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the hit TV series Glee as well as multiple uses in film and even on Broadway. Sure to be a hit with audiences and players alike! 10083822 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Don't Stop Believin'arr. Paul Baker. Hey rock fans, here's a powerful rock ballad made famous by Journey, arranged for young jazz ensemble. From the opening line, this chart is magical to the band and the audience. It has no jazz solos, but if you have a guitar player, the arrangement has an optional written guitar melodic line that's also written for trumpets. A great classic and highly recommended! Optional expanded instrumentation. 10093155 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 Enter Sandmanarr. Roger Holmes. From heavy metal masters Metallica, this 1991 hit is one your players can really cut loose on. Arranged here as a feature for guitar, performance options are provided for bands without guitar. All of the signature lines are still here for a rockin' good time! 10023031 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Every Little Thing She Does Is MagicSting/ arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by The Police and written in a distinctive reggae/rock vein, this is definitely not just your run-of-the-mill pop tune! With inventive colors and skilled ensemble writing, this arranger takes full advantage of the inherently fresh-sounding harmonies and energetic rhythmic grooves of the original. A great sounding chart for developing bands! 10033692 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 n Everybody Needs Somebody to Lovearr. Paul Murtha. Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, this gospel-flavored rocker was then famously featured in the 1980 film "The Blues Brothers." There's a brief written solo for alto sax, an interlude with the drummer, then guitar with the ensemble layering back in. This rockin' chart for younger jazz ensembles brings out all the excitement, rhythmic energy and fun of a Blues Brothers performance. Perfect for light programming! 10490295 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 H Eye of the Tiger (Theme from "Rocky III") Jim Peterik/arr. Victor Lopez. This theme from "Rocky III" has a powerful rock groove that keeps on driving forward. There are no solos and it has easy brass ranges. It also features a great stop- time horns-only interlude that will keep everyone happy. Add to the color with the optional parts for flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax and tuba. It's the perfect fun chart for every occasion. You can't miss with this one! Highly recommended! 10049703 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 The Flik Machine (from "A Bug's Life") Randy Newman/arr. Paul Murtha. Featured in the distinctive soundtrack for the Pixar movie "A Bug's Life," this catchy, and a bit quirky, theme adapts naturally for jazz ensemble. The style is up-tempo swing throughout with clever interplay between sections and a brief written solo for trumpet. Highly recommended! 10374168 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Forget Youarr. Paul Murtha. With a sound similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat tune was a huge hit by Cee Lo Green and also featured on the TV show Glee, performed by Gwyneth Paltrow. This effective chart for younger players features a suggested tenor sax solo in the beginning, which is then joined by the entire sax section. The brass get their chance, a modulation kicks in, and things transition to high gear to finish up. Highly recommended! 10317270 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 TOP TEN JAMEY AEBERSOLD PLAY-ALONGS For all jazz musicians, these iconic jazz play-alongs and methods have long been the standard of jazz playing and improvising. With more than 130 volumes, they feature a professional rhythm section on the CDs, and will make learning tunes and improvising easier. Here, listed in order of popularity, are the top ten volumes that are chosen most often. For complete details and title listings for each volume, go online at jwpepper.com/aebersold. H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 54 (Maiden Voyage)—Jamey Aebersold. A great set for inexperienced jazzers, including 11 standards and 3 "workout" tracks. This is the perfect tool for making the transition from playing scales and chords to actual soloing. An excellent resource for beginning improvisation, it features slower tempos, easier changes, and specific tips on approaching soloing. The scales are written for every chord change. Titles include: Summertime; Bb Shuffle Blues; Blue Bossa; Impressions; Maiden Voyage; Watermelon Man; Doxy; Autumn Leaves; Solar Flair; Song For My Father; Cantaloupe Island; Satin Doll; Blues in F; Footprints and III/VI7/ii/V7 Progression. Level: Beginning/Intermediate. 5293923 Flexible Instrumentation Book/CD . . . . .15.90 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 1 (How to Play Jazz and Improvise)—Jamey Aebersold. This first volume in this acclaimed series is easy to understand and inspiring for all musicians wishing to explore the secrets of jazz improvisation. The CD includes blues in Bb and F, four dorian minor tracks, four-measure cadences, cycle of dominants, a 24-measure song, and II/V7 in all keys. The book includes transposed parts for all instruments and the CD also includes Jamey playing exercises from the book. Includes: Scales/Chords; Developing Creativity; Improv Fundamentals; 12 Blues Scales; Bebop Scales; Pentatonic Scales; Time and Feel; Melodic Development; II/V7s; Related Scales and Modes; Practical Exercises; Patterns and Licks; Dominant 7th Tree of Scale Choices; Nomenclature; Chromaticism; Scale Syllabus and more! Level: Beginning/Intermediate. 2239994 Flexible Instrumentation Book/2 CDs . .19.95 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 2 (Nothin' But Blues)—Jamey Aebersold. The blues have contained the very essence of the jazz sound since the 1920s. A player who masters the sound and feel of the blues will play other jazz tunes in a manner that will inspire the listener. This set contains different blues melodies and is a natural follow-up to Volume 1 or Volume 21. The tempos are not fast and the material is presented in various keys with a variety of moods from slow to rock. The chords and scales are written in the staff for each track. Titles include: Mr. Super Hip; Horizontal (C Blues); 6/8 Modal Blues; Slow Blues in G; Slow Blues in F; Fast Blues in Bb; Minor Blues in C; Home Stretch; Long Meter Jazz/Rock and Bird Blues. Level: Beginning/Intermediate. 2240018 Flexible Instrumentation Book/CD . . . . .15.90 Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 11 (Herbie Hancock)—Jamey Aebersold. This set contains a wide variety of styles...rock, modal, and swing. The eight songs written by Herbie Hancock range from the funky Watermelon Man to the modal Maiden Voyage. Beginners will find tunes containing only 3 or 4 chords at relaxed tempos. Intermediate players will enjoy a variety of styles to choose from and advanced players can get into unusual changes and faster tempos. This is another great transitional set to take you from learning scales and chords to actually improvising on real jazz standards. Titles include: Cantaloupe Island; Watermelon Man; Maiden Voyage; Dolphin Dance; And What If I Don't?; Jessica; Toys and Eye Of The Hurricane. Level: Beginning/Intermediate. 2240166 Flexible Instrumentation Book/CD . . . . .15.90 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 42 (Blues in All Keys)—Jamey Aebersold. Here's a great way to expand your blues playing in every key! This set has slow tempos for all ability levels. Try playing some of the tougher keys without looking at the music and see just how fast your ear takes over. You'll find yourself gaining confidence very quickly and that will greatly improve your soloing. Transposed for all instruments, each key contains a different blues melody and two compatible chord/scale progressions. Charlie Parker learned the blues in all 12 keys before he learned anything else! Level: Beginner/Intermediate. 2240703 Flexible Instrumentation Book/CD . . . . .15.90 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 3 (The ii/ V7/I Progression)—Jamey Aebersold. The II/V7/I progression is probably the most important musical sequence in modern jazz! This book contains all the needed scales and chords to each of the recorded tracks. Also presented are 120 written patterns and three pages of piano voicings that correspond to the tracks on the recording. Includes: ii/V7/I in All Major Keys; G Minor Blues; Bebop Tune; V7+9/I in All Keys; ii/V7/I in Three Keys; F Blues with 8-Bar Bridge; II/V7 Random Progressions and ii/ V7+9/I in All Minor Keys. Level: Beginning/Intermediate. 2240034 Flexible Instrumentation Book/2 CDs . .19.95 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 25 (All Time Standards)—Jamey Aebersold. Melodies are transposed for all instruments in this largest collection of standards in the series. The rhythm section on this CD has played extensively with jazz legend Phil Woods. Titles include: Summertime; Speak Low; September Song; Old Devil Moon; The Party's Over; My Funny Valentine; My Favorite Things; Love Is Here To Stay; I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face; It Might As Well Be Spring; I Love You; I Could Write A Book; I Can't Get Started; Have You Met Miss Jones; Foolish Heart; Come Rain Or Come Shine and A Foggy Day. Lyrics included. Level: Intermediate/Advanced. 2240398 Flexible Instrumentation Book/2 CDs . .19.95 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 107 (Standards for Singers - It Had to Be You)—Jamey Aebersold. Here are 24 beautiful, well-known standards in keys comfortable for most female singers. The first class rhythm section plays each song with special sensitivity and with the singer in mind, including intros that help orient the singer to the first melody note. The book includes lyrics written over the melody notes, piano cues, and chord changes in C. (Note: this book does not contain transposed parts for Bb, Eb, or bass clef instruments like the other play-a-longs). Titles include: It Had to Be You; Misty; Time After Time; Stars Fell on Alabama; September in the Rain; I Cover the Waterfront; The Days of Wine and Roses; Stardust; But Not for Me; That's All; Summertime; My Funny Valentine; I Thought About You; Body and Soul; Alone Together; Skylark; Bye Bye Blackbird; You Go to My Head; East of the Sun; What's New?; What is This Thing Called Love?; Fools Rush In; A Foggy Day and Love for Sale. Level: Intermediate/Advanced. 8604130 Flexible Instrumentation Book/2 CDs . .19.95 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 7 (Miles Davis)— Jamey Aebersold. Here are eight jazz originals written by Miles Davis, many recorded twice with one slower track for easier learning, and another track at a common performance tempo. This is a unique way to learn eight of the most popular songs of the 50s. Most are considered jazz classics because most jazz musicians have learned them, and all are interesting vehicles for improvising. The interesting chord changes, altered bridges, and logical melodies have been quoted in many compositions throughout the music world. Here is a way to gain an insight into early Miles and gain an understanding of the transitional bop to post-bop period. Titles include: Four; Solar; Tune Up; Dig; Vierd Blues; Milestones; The Theme and Serpents' Tongue. Level: Intermediate/Advanced. 2240109 Flexible Instrumentation Book/CD . . . . .15.90 H Jamey Aebersold Jazz, Volume 6 (Charlie Parker - All Bird)—Jamey Aebersold. This set contains the essence of modern music and is considered some of the most important music of the 20th century. This is a tremendous way to learn ten songs by the master musician, Charlie Parker. All are well-known jazz standards essential to every jazz player. Blues, rhythm changes, alternating Latin/swing, fast, and standards are all in this outstanding collection. Learn from a master! Titles include: Now's The Time; Donna Lee; Billie's Bounce; Dewey Square; Yardbird Suite; Ornithology; Confirmation; Scrapple From The Apple; Thriving From A Riff and My Little Suede Shoes. Level: Intermediate/Advanced. 2240083 Flexible Instrumentation Book/2 CDs . .19.95