SKU: KN.63320
UPC: 822795633207.
Based on the chord changes to Flamingo, this medium tempo samba features easy-to-play rhythms and plenty of unison melodies. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes.Trumpet Range = E5Trombone Range = D4.
SKU: KN.63320S
Based on the chord changes to Flamingo, this medium tempo samba features easy-to-play rhythms, an open solo section, and plenty of unison melodies. Written for beginning groups, the open solo section features any soloist, with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Duration 3:05.
SKU: CL.032-4784-01
Teddy’s Mood is a laid back minor blues that alternates between a two feel and swinging four feel. It features an alto sax solo along with plenty of open space for additional soloists (suggested solos are also provided.) The saxophone section has a one chorus soli followed by the full ensemble swinging hard to take it home. This is an excellent opportunity for young improvisers to get their feet wet while playing over minor blues changes.
SKU: CL.032-4784-00
SKU: KN.00020
UPC: 822795000207.
This updated version of the 1930's standard swings from start to finish! Alternating sax and brass solis provide the vocalist with good support early on, and an all-out shout at the end will bring the house down. Midway through a scat solo section can be omitted entirely or opened up for additional instrumental solos. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Scored in the key of Ab. Duration 2:40.
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: KN.62033
UPC: 822795620337.
Commissioned by the Gates Chili High School Jazz Ensemble in Rochester (NY), this winning original alternates between a Latin and straight 8th-note feel, and draws from the ascending melodic minor scale and its related modes for source material. It's a sophisticated chart with moderate range demands and notated rhythm section parts. Soloists can navigate the 16-measure solo using just a single scale over hip jazz chords. Duration 6:55.
