SKU: CL.049-0100-00
SKU: CL.032-0022-00
SKU: KN.42431
UPC: 822795424317.
Georg e Shutack has taken one of the most famous tunes in sports, Take Me Out To The Ballgame, and scored it for big band with a heavy dose of bebop influence. Written at the medium level, this swing chart features great melodic lines, an open solo section (written or ad lib), and plenty of ensemble work. Perfect as an opener or as a closer. Duration 3:20.
SKU: KJ.ZB408
ISBN 9788402702630. UPC: 8402702630.
A fresh take on the blues, The Accidental Blues is a new look at one of the world's oldest progressions! Interesting melodies and contrasting lines take advantage of the chromatic scale, creating a swinging chart that is challenging yet accessible to intermediate bands.
SKU: KJ.ZB408F
UPC: 8402702630.
A fresh take on the blues, The Accidental Blues is a new look at one of the world's oldest progressions! Interesting melodies and contrasting lines take advantage of the chromatic scale, creating a swinging chart that is challenging yet accessible to intermediate bands. Full Score.
SKU: KN.43372
UPC: 822795433722.
This laidback, down-home blues features a strong melody, great ensemble writing, and plenty of solo space. All swing 8ths should be played with a steady triplet feel, and the tempo (quarter note = 60) shouldn't be rushed, even during the final roaring choruses that take this chart out. This one is a must have for any library! Duration ca. 7:30.
SKU: KJ.ZB364F
UPC: 8402701651.
Using the Force is a contemporary sounding swing chart that will take your band to the next level of sophistication. The tasteful scoring contrasts hip contrapuntal lines with exciting full ensemble writing. This chart is great for showing off your chops as an ensemble, and will keep your audience's attention from beginning to end. It's the perfect selection for your next concert or festival! Highest trumpet note: A (opt. B).
SKU: KJ.ZB364
SKU: KN.41917
UPC: 822795419177.
Take a driving Latin-rock groove and add a strong, straightforward melody, and you have this winning change-of-pace chart for groups at the very easy level. Written or ad lib solos for all are included. Duration 3:18. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: CL.SCM-1018-00
Extended blues form shifts from a Swing Shuffle to a Funk bridge then back again. Optional lead trumpet notes save chops but won't take the energy away from this chart.
SKU: KN.41917S
SKU: CL.032-4837-00
Take your jazz band on a trip to the Caribbean with this authentic calypso! Students will love the catchy melody, and directors will appreciate the plentiful auxiliary percussion, clear rhythm section parts, thorough articulation, and accessible solo section. Playable with reduced instrumentation, Calypso Angelical is the perfect closer for your next festival or concert.
SKU: CL.032-4362-00
A creative combination of Go Tell It On The Mountain and Beethoven's Ode To Joy that's guaranteed to impress your listeners, Opening with a beautiful chorale, it switches to driving rock and steamrolls through the keys of Bb, Eb & F to a big finish. No improv, but lots of solis and solid ensemble sections. It won't take a lot of rehearsal time to work up this truly awesome addition to your holiday concerts.
SKU: CL.032-4141-00
Plays easy and sounds cool. That's the perfect combination found in this carefully-crafted blues tune for younger bands. The trumpets and bones take the lead, with the saxes providing interesting counter lines. Then several bars of full ensemble lead to an open solo section for any instruments over simple Blues changes, giving young players the opportunity to improvise. If they aren't quite ready for that yet, suggested solos are provided. After the solos, the bones, tenors and bari get to shine playing some fun unison licks which lead back to the whole band playing a big finish. This chart will sound great even for bands with limited experience, instrumentation, and rehearsal time. Don't Miss The Bus!
SKU: CL.SCM-1018-01
SKU: KJ.ZB365F
UPC: 8402701653.
Back Bay is an inlet of Casco Bay, on the scenic coast of Maine. This blues-infused swing chart was written to help students with the II-V-I progression, and the improv section is based entirely on that progression. The easy scoring and trumpet range make this chart perfect for beginning bands looking to take the next step. Swing easy with Cruisin' the Back Bay! Highest trumpet note: E.
SKU: KJ.ZB365
SKU: CL.032-4789-00
This playful medium-tempo swinger features a smooth, self-assured melody that glides along a cool, slightly altered blues progression. Trumpet and alto sax carry the melody at first before passing it off to the brass section; saxophones cleverly punctuate the brass section with heavily accented chords. The saxophones take the melody the third time around, while the brass offers incisive interjections here and there. A solo section follows that features just the right amount of background writing that enhances the proceedings without ever getting in the way; the solo section may be repeated as desired to feature additional soloists. A swinging ensemble follows the solos, starting off at a simmer and gradually heating up to the exciting full-ensemble shout chorus. Don’t Let These Blues Fool You is sure to be a favorite for concert and contest!
SKU: CL.032-4789-01
SKU: XC.VJE2305
You can't go wrong with George Gershwin! This new take on the standard tune is filled with dynamic contrasts and engaging harmony. Wonderful interweaving lines work together to showcase this iconic melody.
SKU: KN.64046
UPC: 822795640465.
This new advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continues to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. Low Down still maintains that swinging Basie mindset and is a 32- measure AABA form. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 3:40.
SKU: CL.SCM-1069-00
A moderate tempo Latin/ rock groove with AABA Form. The A section melody which has a bluesy flavor is followed by a sax soli bridge that takes it to the last A section and then to the solos. A unison call & response section follows the solos. Very playable, with plenty of unison and ensemble sections. Written solos are provided on the parts. Includes an optional flute part.
SKU: KN.52755
Recorded in 1998 by the Monday Night Big Band on their Thanks To Thad album, this is Part 1 of Thad's larger Return Journey Suite. Solo requirements are limited to an optional repeat that may (or may not) be taken for a piano solo. This means that this outing relies on solid section and ensemble work throughout. A full brass pyramid that builds from the bottom up before the final chord is a special highlight. Duration 3:30.
SKU: KN.SN70050
UPC: 822795700503.
This tune has a comfortable tempo, easy ranges, well-balanced ensemble chorus and a very handsome harmonic structure. All parts are interesting and contribute to the whole picture. Trumpet, alto sax and piano have written solos, and the bass part is completely written out. In maintaining a jazz feel, eighth notes should not be played strictly, but must have a lazy feel (when playing two in succession, the second one is delayed). Although dynamics, tempo and sound are important, the feel of the jazz idiom is the top priority. Much care has been taken in the construction of this arrangement to meet this goal.
SKU: KN.52705
Recorded in 1971 by Buddy Rich on the album A Different Drummer, this beautiful, even-8ths ballad features cameo written solos for trumpet, alto sax, and trombone; lead alto takes the only improvised solo in the chart. When the main solo work ends, the ensemble builds into a strong, dramatic climax before quieting down for a soft solo trumpet flourish and gentle finish. Duration 3:50.