SKU: KN.43493
UPC: 822795434934.
A driving shuffle always lights up a program, and this one will definitely deliver the goods! Commissioned by the Inaugural Mountain Ridge Jazz Orchestra, it is similar in groove to the David Letterman Show theme. From the opening bar to the final chord, it never lets up. Chord sheets in all transpositions are provided for the open solo section, and rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration ca. 5:35. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KJ.ZB310F
SKU: CL.032-4658-00
This Bigâ€League chart spotlights all of the sections of the jazz ensemble with highâ€energy and verve. Opening with an effective piano solo/rhythm section soli, Welcome to the Majors features a driving, liteâ€shuffle beat that propels the breezy melody and crisp ensembles over a set of slightly altered blues changes. A 4â€bar kickâ€off leads to a tenor sax solo, and this solo section may be opened up for other players as desired. An 8 bar trombone soli leads way to the incisive and biting shout chorus that builds and builds. Fresh, spirited, and lots of fun for concert and contest alike. A real home run!
SKU: CL.032-4788-00
This happy, joyous medium-tempo gospel swing with a truly sunny disposition takes the listener in immediately and just does not let go! An animated full-ensemble introduction leads the way to the sun-beamy, chirrupy melody, at first presented by trumpet and alto over a stop-time rhythm section. The entire sax section takes the melody next, while the brass offer uplifting commentary by way of stop-time chords. Plunger-muted trumpet is featured at the solo section, with inspiring backgrounds from the ensemble; this section may be repeated as desired to feature additional solos. Some deft linear writing follows the solo section, providing exciting dialog throughout the ensemble before leading up to an intriguing and effective pyramid that leaps forward into the stirring shout chorus. A clever tag alights on the ending plagal cadence, offering a place for the plunger-muted Trumpet to shine above the final chord. Gather ‘Round is sure to bring a smile, and destined to be a mainstay!
SKU: CL.032-4788-01
SKU: KN.52890
ISBN 9786540383964.
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on the album Suite For Pops, this second part of the suite spotlights solo flugelhorn in a beautiful ballad setting. Backed by warm woodwinds and expressive brass lines, the solo part consists of both written and improvised passages. A couple of short piano solos before the closing rubato lends dimension and contrast. Duration 4:45.
SKU: CL.031-2750-00
Energy personified! The intro spotlights your lead alto player and then the tune kicks into a big solid crowd pleasing rocker. Features a solo section over easy changes for any soloist (suggested solos are provided) and it’s playable with limited instrumentation. Outstanding music by an outstanding writer!
SKU: CL.032-0338-01
Good ballads in any style are difficult to find and this contemporary funk groove is definitely a keeper. Alto sax is showcased in the popular David Sanborn tradition and a contrasting bossa nova solo section spotlights piano or guitar.
SKU: CL.031-2750-01
SKU: CL.032-0338-00