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Ensemble
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H 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story. You
know it, you love it! The opening motive is very
catchy on this authentic sounding chart on the
rock classic made famous by the group Chicago.
Master arranger Mike Story works his magic to
create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz ensemble
chart. Everything you need is written out, including
brief solos for trumpet 1, trombone 1 and optional
guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's easy to rehearse
and play, but still a hard-driving chart. Very nice!
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
n Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford. Here's
a wonderful take on the group Toto's classic rock
tune from the '80s. It's solidly scored throughout
and sounds amazingly like the original while
remaining accessible for developing jazz bands.
With nice dynamic contrasts, an uncomplicated
melodic line, and a medium rock groove, this chart
is one that younger players can really dig into, yet
it will sound mature when performed by a more
advanced group. More features include: half-note
tempo of 90 bpm; written or ad lib solos for alto sax
1 and trombone 1; trumpet 1 range to written G on
top of the staff; and optional parts for flute, clarinet
and vibes. Great tune, fine chart!
10513875 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
4 Billie Jean—Michael Jackson/arr. John Berry.
The song that launched Michael Jackson's famous
"moonwalk" was also one of the top-selling singles
of the year in 1983. This chart features the signature
bass line and catchy melodies and is a great-
sounding chart for young ensembles or bands with
limited rehearsal time. The iconic melody is traded
around between the saxes and brass. There are
no solos, it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations, and written out bass
lines and piano voicings are included. Classic rock
at its best! Highly recommended!
10667352 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
H Blackbird—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Perhaps one of the Beatles' lesser known
tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative
and memorable. Mike Tomaro's smooth setting
uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba
section to create a truly outstanding effect. The
theme is stated simply in the beginning by trumpet,
followed by an array of orchestrational textures and
harmonies. Highly recommended!
10098755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
4 Can't Stop the Feeling (from "Trolls")—arr.
John Wasson. Topping the charts as well as being
featured in the movie "Trolls," this hit song from
Justin Timberlake features a catchy hook along
with an energetic rock style. The saxes begin with
the melody followed by the trumpets and there's a
short written or ad lib solo for trumpet. Additional
features include chord/scale sheets in all keys,
written-out bass lines and piano voicings. Here is
a great-sounding chart for developing players!
10667340 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
n Cissy Strut—arr. Rick Stitzel. Originally recorded
by The Meters in 1969, Cissy Strut has since
become a model for playing funk as recorded by
both jazz and rock artists. The signature bass line
is played by trombones, tenors and baritone sax,
and the entire band joins in with catchy riffs. There
are short solo breaks for the bass and drums, along
with solo or soli spots for saxes and trumpets. The
solos are suggested or improvised, or played as
written by the individual sections. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations,
this chart on Cissy Strut will become one of your
new favorites!
10625171 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
l Dance to the Music—Sylvester Stewart/arr.
Paul Murtha. This infectious pop and funk hit
from 1968 was originally recorded by Sly and the
Family Stone. Paul Murtha's version for young
players features a fun groove and active parts
in all sections. The solo section can be opened
up, however, sample solos are provided for alto
sax, trumpet, and trombone along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys. Also, it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
An entertaining blast from the past!
10842295 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
l Despacito—arr. Paul Murtha. Setting records for
most views on YouTube and topping the pop charts
in several countries, Despacito was recorded by
Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi with rapper Daddy
Yankee (and later remixed with Justin Bieber). With
its infectious Latin pop style and catchy melody,
here is a great sounding and effective version for
jazz ensemble!
10842281 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
4 Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing—Stevie
Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha. This Stevie Wonder
hit from the 1970s features a distinctive Latin/
rock groove along with a memorable theme. Paul
Murtha does a great job of capturing the flavor
of the original in this easy version for younger
jazz bands. The tempo is moderate and there
is plenty of tutti ensemble playing, plus a short
written or improvised solo for trumpet. Playable by
optional reduced or augmented instrumentations,
it also includes fully-notated bass lines and piano
voicings. No worries!
10759356 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
H Feeling Good—Bricusse & Newley/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Popular again thanks to the recent recording
by Michael Buble, this hit was originally from the
Broadway musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint,
The Smell of the Crowd." This bluesy arrangement
requires no solos, but gives each section of the
ensemble a chance to be featured. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10374176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
4 HandClap—Fitz and the Tantrums/arr. Paul
Murtha. Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, this
catchy tune often shows up in pop culture and on
the airwaves in addition to the pop charts. This
very easy ensemble-based arrangement will be
instantly recognizable and requires no solos. Plus,
it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations and includes written-out bass
lines and piano voicings. Fun for all and highly
recommended!
10759360 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
4 Heartache Tonight—arr. Paul Murtha. This
iconic hit from the Eagles is one that has stood
the test of time and remains as popular today as
when it was first released in 1979. Similar in style
to the recording by Michael Buble, on Crazy Love,
this powerful chart with a driving shuffle groove
features baritone sax on the melody and plenty
of great scoring for the entire ensemble. Highly
recommended!
10759338 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
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