SKU: KJ.JZB416

UPC: 8402702701.

All aboard! This classic folk melody is given a modern setting by award-winning writer Fred Strum. The steady beat and even lines are spiced up with occasional stop time. You wont want the ride to end!

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: AP.49202S

ISBN 9781470647100. UPC: 038081566337. English.

The favorite classic rock shuffle---to know it is to love it! Played around 134 BPM with written-out solos for alto, tenor, trumpet 1, and trombone 1. No worries for trumpet 1 range which is to written D fourth line. All the standard optional parts to include flute, clarinet, and vibes. Moondance is arranged by Mike Story. (3:15) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.46154S

UPC: 038081524214. English. Kim Gannon.

The ideal holiday chart that will sound great and be easy to rehearse. Start with a holiday classic played around 92 BPM in a light rock groove, add written melody solos, and easy ranges---this is a win-win for everyone! (2:50).

SKU: AP.47022S

UPC: 038081539348. English.

A very hip, funky groove chart played around 168 BPM and loaded with the classic Goodwin flair. Plus, sample solos are provided for C instruments, E-flat alto/bari, B-flat tenor, B-flat trumpet, and trombone. Lead trumpet range is to written high C with optional D. The instrumentation incorporates an auxiliary percussion part and optional instruments including flute and vibes. The band and the audience will totally enjoy this great chart!

SKU: CL.032-4853-00

This is up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is a guaranteed winner! After a short and solemn introduction, featuring an alto sax solo, Down to the River kicks into high gear, with the composer’s signature driving rock feel. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Playable with limited instrumentation, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over easy changes, Down to the River is accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with lots of appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Don’t miss this one!

SKU: CL.SCM-1004-01

This driving Rock/ Funk/ Ballad/ Blues is Thad's tour de force which captures the essence of life in a part of New York City in the 1970's. Carefully re-scored to be playable by high school and developing college bands. Classic!

SKU: KJ.JZB359

UPC: 8402701646.

Find the pocket, get funky, and get the Groove Machine working! This tune is designed to evoke the classic funky rock sound of artists like James Brown, Wilson Pickett, Booker T. and the M.G.s, and others from the late 1960s. This chart is just as fun to play as it is to listen to, and is sure to be a favorite with your band. Highest trumpet note: G.