SKU: AP.43700S
UPC: 038081501376. English. Words by Alan; Marilyn Bergman.
The beautiful tune, Windmills of Your Mind has been treated as a jazz waltz by Eric Richards at around 155 BPM. The initial melody is stated by tenor and trumpet, then is followed by a hot sax section soli, with written solos for tenor and trumpet. All this and more in this brilliant chart. (5:35).
SKU: KJ.ZB388
UPC: 8402702016.
Midwest Tapestry was commissioned by the Midwest Clinic for their 60th anniversary! Midwest Tapestry is first and foremost a composition for jazz ensemble, but can be augmented by adding optional wind ensemble and orchestra parts at the discretion of the conductor. Directors may also perform Midwest Tapestry with the abstract, animated film Return of a Free Radical, created as an interpretation of Clif Colnot's music. The DVD includes three versions of the film: with music only, with music and click track, and with click track only.
Midwest Tapestry includes the following components: Jazz Ensemble partsWind Ensemble and Orchestra parts (optional)Full ScoreDVD of Video Accompaniment, Return of a Free Radical (optional)
SKU: HL.7014169
UPC: 196288174400. 9.0x12.0x0.214 inches.
Still one of the funkiest tunes ever written, here is Earth, Wind and Fire's “September” in a version for younger bands. Paul Murtha expertly captures the infectious groove of the original. You simply can't go wrong with this one!
SKU: KN.60595
UPC: 822795605952.
This moderate swing original is a great way to sustain the interest of an audience while teaching essential jazz skills to developing jazz players. It includes sturdy melodies and counter lines, a sax soli, an ensemble interlude, and an exciting shout chorus. Solo sheets for all wind players and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson are included. Rhythm section parts are fully notated with chords cued. Duration 5:40.
SKU: KN.60595S
SKU: KN.42949
UPC: 822795429497.
Every program needs a change of pace piece, and this half-time funk shuffle is the perfect choice. The infectious groove creates a modern sound, while the melodic lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo section can be played as written or improvised. A wide variety of music can serve as a guide for this medium level chart, ranging from Robert Glasper all the way back to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Duration 4:10.
SKU: KN.43295
UPC: 822795432954.
Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2020 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this Adam Larson swing composition provides musical challenges to all sections of the band. In addition to the wonderful ensemble writing, the open solo section provides space for your soloists to stretch out as well. This is a great choice at the medium advanced level. Duration 6:40.
SKU: KJ.JZB373F
Let It Groove is all about the pocket! The feeling of the chart is reminiscent of Herbie Hancock's Watermelon Man or Lee Morgan's Sidewinder. The bass line is anchored to the bass drum pattern, and the enclosed rhythm exercises are an excellent tool for creating a cohesive rhythmic concept throughout the band. The solo section is a 12 bar Bb blues and can be opened up to include several soloists.
About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!
SKU: HL.7014267
UPC: 196288207009.
This pop hit recorded by the Emotions in 1997 has a distinctive Earth, Wind and Fire vibe thanks to composers Maurice White and Al McKay. Most recently used as the basis for Paul Russell's “Lil Boo Thang,” here is an arrangement for young jazz ensembles that features a funky groove and all the signature horn riffs from the original.
