SKU: CL.032-4823-00
This up-beat, swinging arrangement of O Little Town of Bethlehem checks all the boxes! The jazzy statement of the tune features hip unison lines with some punchy ensemble support. Modest solo changes (suggested solos are included) will encourage your budding improvisers. The change-of-pace middle section is established by the insistent tom-tom rhythm (sleighbells included!), while the band builds up the riffs to the restatement of the theme, and a powerful climax. Larry Neeck’s unique arrangement of this classic carol will get toes tapping, and hands clapping with holiday spirit!
SKU: CL.032-4823-01
SKU: CL.032-4864-01
Good King Swings A Lot is a fresh twist on the classic carol Good King Wenceslas for the Jazz Starters series. Not only a great way to start teaching swing style, but the four-bar solo section over easy changes provides a wonderful opportunity for students to start improvising. Playable with limited jazz ensemble instrumentation, and also includes parts for non-traditional jazz instruments to join in the fun. Swing in the holidays!
SKU: KN.60340
UPC: 822795603408.
Perfect for developing groups, the chart starts with a traditional chorale, and then morphs into a clever re-harmonization of the classic carol while embracing the bossa nova style. The open solo section (written or ad lib) can be played by any soloist, with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:30. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.60340S
SKU: LO.70-1075H
UPC: 000308033687.
Jazz is a feeling, a sound, a mind-set that influences not only the ear, but also the hands, the fingers, the entire being of a performer. The contrast in tempi and moods of the pieces in this volume will acquaint the emerging pianist with some of the feelings, sounds and influences of an improvisational style of piano performance.
SKU: CL.032-4948-01
A brief, lyrical introduction leads to an exciting, up-tempo swing version of this classic Christmas carol. Following the unison statement of the theme in the trombones, each section of the band gets a chance to shine. The easy, bluesy solo changes (suggested solos are provided) will encourage your budding improvisers. The powerful ensemble scoring, hip riffs and supportive backgrounds in this chart will dazzle your audience and get everyone into the holiday spirit!
SKU: CL.032-4948-00
SKU: CY.CC2891
Jim Pugh's magical arrangement of the Traditional Christmas carol We Three Kings for Trombone Sextet begins with a mysterious Gregorian style chant and then opens up into a funky jazz section including an improvised solo for the 1st player.This 5-minute work for advanced performers concludes in total relaxation as in a child-like dream on Christmas morning.
SKU: AP.44781S
UPC: 038081516936. English. Traditional German Carols.
A terrific multicultural addition to any beginning holiday concert, this arrangement by Sandra Dackow is a spirited rendition of three traditional German carols. These contrasting carols---Lasst uns froh und munter sein, O Come Little Children, and an unnamed traditional tune---are a fun way to introduce cut time and reinforce bow lifts to young string players. (1:45).
About Orchestra Expressions
Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
SKU: AP.44781
UPC: 038081516929. English. Traditional German Carols.
SKU: CL.032-4864-00
Good King Swings A Lot is a fresh new twist on the classic carol Good King Wenceslas for the Jazz Starters series. Not only a great way to start teaching swing style, but the four-bar solo section over easy changes provides a wonderful opportunity for students to start improvising. Playable with limited jazz ensemble instrumentation, and also includes parts for non-traditional jazz instruments to join in the fun. Swing in the holidays!
SKU: XC.HJE2202FS
12 x 9 inches.
This beautifully arranged version of the classic Silent Night features unique and colorful harmony to accompany the carol in a refreshing new setting. The ensemble is featured throughout...no improvisation is required. The cascading lines in the brass close out the chart with a dramatic flair.
SKU: XC.HJE2202
SKU: XC.WB1918
ISBN 9781644020234. 9 x 12 inches.
Solo Styles for Christmascontains 15 Christmas Carol favorites in over 25+ Different Styles. Every song comes with 3 distinct downloadable tracks to play along with and perform each solo in various styles. Musicians can play along to even more styles through the iReal Pro app, purchased form the App store or the Google Play store. Each solo has written improvisation examples that are fun to play and a great way to learn the basics of improvisation. These solos are great for impressing family and friends at Christmastime or for public performances.
SKU: XC.WB1915
ISBN 9781644020203. 9 x 12 inches.
