Smooth Jazz

Recorded by Grover Washington Jr. with Bill Withers this tune helped define the smooth jazz sound. Silky smooth and well orchestrated this is a nice addition to any concert program.

Currently a hit on the smooth jazz circuit this tune was originally recorded by Herb Alpert back in 1979. This well-written chart goes down easy and will sound great with experienced players as well as younger groups.

This latest hit from legendary guitarist Santana is a medium tempo Latin tune that has taken the country by storm. Great groove for jazz ensemble.

A clever adaptation of the familiar holiday tune, 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.' With an easy swing feel at MM=120, trumpet 1 range to written E top space, no solos, a smooth modulation, and all the usual optional parts plus vibraphone. An accessible and well-written holiday arrangement. / Ensemble De Jazz

Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

From the musical Finians Rainbow this familiar 1940s standard is nicely scored here for young bands. Written in a moderate tempo the style changes smoothly between swing and Latin and requires no soloists.

Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra ? Grade 5Combine the music of the legendary Duke Ellington with the contemporary arranging genius of John Clayton and get ready to hear Mood Indigo like you've never heard itbefore! Written in a slow swing style this smooth chart is written with harmonic sophistication and emotional depth. From the velvety soft passages to the powerful full band hits this is an impressive setting. Includes solos fortrombone and tenor.