SKU: KN.61752
UPC: 822795617528.
Equally appropriate as an opener, closer, or anything in between, the solid swing groove will energize your band and its audiences. The melody shifts between swing 8th and triplet rhythms and brass ranges are accessible. The open solo section can be played by anyone, with solo sheets provided in all keys.
SKU: KN.60813S
UPC: 822795608137.
This tuneful, accessible gospel tune for developing groups is sure to find its way into many big band folders. Opening with a short notated alto solo, it kicks into a strong groove that will energize your next concert program. The solo section has very accessible chord changes, and frequent articulations are provided for the horns. The rhythm parts are an integral part of the arrangement, not merely an afterthought, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 3:45. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.52845
Subtitled A Shuffle For Art's Sake (referring to Art Dedrick, Kendor's founder) and commissioned by Kendor in celebration of its 25th anniversary, this dynamic original assigns solos to alto, tenor and plunger trumpet. Challenging brass and sax solis, a potent shout and a screaming final chord make this a winner in anyone's book! Duration ca. 7:30.
SKU: KN.60670S
UPC: 822795606706.
This accessible ballad in the style of Count Basie emphasizes lyricism, lush harmonies, unified phrasing and a wide range of dynamics. Composed for developing big bands, it features a memorable melody throughout. While written solos for trumpet and trombone are included, improvising over easy chord progressions is encouraged. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 4:15.
SKU: CL.032-4366-00
This up-tempo funk tune is guaranteed to rock the first time and every time you play it! Gotta Bounce! kicks in with a catchy hook in the first measure and doesn't let up. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you will be performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Scored for limited instrumentation, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and includes written out solos over super easy changes, Gotta Bounce! will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, and its loaded with student and audience appeal!
SKU: KJ.ZB368
UPC: 8402701735.
The Iguana Returns is a grade 2 funk chart. The nomadic iguana (first introduced in a previous release in this series, Please Don't Climb On The Iguana) is a steel sculpture outside of the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul. Since the earlier piece, the Science Museum has changed locations, so the iguana had to leave for a time. It has since returned to its new home, looking forward to new adventures in the future.
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: KJ.ZB368F
SKU: KJ.ZB376
ISBN 9788402701947. UPC: 8402701949.
Kjos is proud to add the talented writing of trumpet player Jamey Simmons to our catalogue. As suggested by its title, this tune is based entirely around the Lydian sound, and will give your students ample time to explore this wonderful sonority in the context of a superbly written chart. Solo opportunities are provided for alto sax and trombone, but you can use this tune to discuss with your entire ensemble the possibilities of soloing over a Lydian chord progression.
SKU: HL.7014273
UPC: 196288207085.
With its roots in early jazz, “Basin Street Blues” is a great way to introduce the concept of “call and response” to your young players. This arrangement scored for 6 horns features solid ensemble scoring and a stop-time accompaniment for the solo section. Easy to learn, yet very effective.
SKU: CL.032-4537-00
Steeped in the Count Basie style, Miles to Go starts with a trio (tenor sax, trumpet and trombone) introducing the melody over the rhythm section. With each successive phrase, sections are added until the whole band is in full swing. The solo section introduces a staple of blues playing and a technique heard in jam sessions everywhere - stop time, giving soloists a chance to create lots of excitement. The chart concludes with descending bell tones in the brass leading to a unison shout chorus. With its up-tempo feel and brash shouts from all instruments, Miles to Go is sure to be a crowd pleaser that is perfect to open or close any concert.
SKU: CL.032-4537-01
SKU: CL.032-4534-01
Get ready to dig in! Turf War gives the whole band a chance to defend its ground while engaging in a battle of musical force! This driving rock chart never stops. Well-placed drum fills, mostly tutti scoring, crescendos and a big time ending lend lots of excitement to this hardcore rock tune! The changes are straight ahead so anyone can have the opportunity to solo and focus on the blues scale. Highly recommended!
SKU: CL.SCM-1122-00
From the attention grabbing opening to its final chord, this medium tempo blues in F will be great fun for everyone. Moderate brass ranges and fantastic ensemble writing make this an excellent opener with minimal rehearsal time. A great choice!
SKU: CL.SCM-1122-01
SKU: KN.00298
UPC: 822795002980.
This innovative Yasinitsky original showcases trombone soloist throughout. The prevailing ballad style switches to double time swing during the main solo chorus for a refreshing change of pace, and harmonies feature the chord extensions normally found in more advanced charts. Though he provides written solo lines to conform with the requirements of our Konvertibles series, in his score notes Greg urges directors to encourage young soloists to try improvisation. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is also included with every set.
SKU: KN.KEN60051
UPC: 822795600513.
This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies and a double-time section. The solo section for alto saxophone can be played as written or ad lib. Features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes. Trumpet Range = G5Trombone Range = F4.
SKU: KN.60823S
UPC: 822795608236.
This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. Solos may be improvised or played as written, and additional highlights include a double time section, a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and lots of confidence-building unison figures. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:15. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.KEN60051S
This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. A double-time section is included along with a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and a written or ad lib solo section for alto.Duration 5:05.
SKU: KN.60746S
UPC: 822795607468.
Written for developing groups, this is a fun, Latin tune with a catchy, stop-time melodic presentation, written or ad-lib solos for 2nd Trumpet and 1st Alto (with solo sheets provided for all), and an exciting ensemble chorus. 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 3:25.
SKU: KN.60746
SKU: KN.60446S
UPC: 822795604467.
This beautiful ballad scored for developing groups features 2nd Trumpet with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. The double time solo section can be played as written or ad lib. 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 4:30.
