Solos for Jazz Trumpet

Jazz Ensemble Library – Grade 4Jazz giant Ray Bryant penned this classic mambo and Michael Philip Mossman provides a dynamic setting for jazz ensemble! Fully notated rhythm section parts guarantee an authentic andconvincing groove while the band focuses on the spicy hot ensemble passages. With solos for trumpet and alto and an ensemble chorus that grows with intensity layer by layer this is one of those charts you'll never get tired ofplaying.

The theme song for this popular animated TV series is already in a swingin' big band style! Arranged here for younger players it features the melody traded between the Saxes Trumpets and Trombone and short solos for Trumpet and Alto. Includes a Full Performance CD.InstrumentationBass (x1)Trombone 1 (x1)Trombone 2 (x1)Trombone 3 (x1)Trombone 4 (x1)Drums (x1)Piano (x1)Guitar (x1)Alto Saxophone 1 (x1)Alto Saxophone 2 (x1)Tenor Saxophone 1 (x1)Tenor Saxophone 2 (x1)Baritone Saxophone (x1)Trumpet 1 (x1)Trumpet 2 (x1)Trumpet 3 (x1)Trumpet 4 (x1)

Here's a smooth new samba from the pen of John Berry that opens with a trumpet and alto duet. A statement by the entire trumpet section is then followed by the churning full ensemble interspersed with solo drum fills. John'screative harmonic sense gives this a unique and appealing sound. Includes solos for trumpet and alto as well as an optional open percussion section.

This John Clayton original from the CD “Groove Shop” explodes into a medium swing groove then features a small group (soprano tenor trumpet and trombone) on the first go-around of the tune. The saxes have a solifeature and the entire ensemble helps deliver the powerful shout. Includes solos for trumpet and piano.

Using a nice mix of small group playing contrasted with full ensemble sections here is a very playable chart on this distinctive Monk standard. An alto/trumpet duet starts things off followed by a statement with six horns plusguitar and vibes on the theme. Also included are solos for trumpet and alto sax.

Jazz Ensemble Library – Grade 4One of the highlights from Miles Davis' landmark recording “Birth of the Cool” is this medium swing composition by Gerry Mulligan. Skillfully adapted for full jazz ensemblefrom the original this arrangement features solos for trumpet and baritone sax (opt. tenor) as well as stellar ensemble writing. A classic!

John Lewis (composer pianist and founder of the acclaimed Modern Jazz Quartet) penned Afternoon in Paris in the '50s and it has remained a jazz standard ever since. This nicely crafted version for younger bands opens with a small group on the head and drums on brushes. Solos for trumpet and tenor follow along with full ensemble statements.

Hal Leonard is pleased to introduce well-respected writer Rick Stitzel to the Easy Jazz series. Rick has a real knack for writing easy charts that sound great and this exciting up-tempo samba features a hot groove and solos for trumpet and alto sax.

Treated here as a jazz waltz this popular tune from The Sound of Music features a relaxed and easy-flowing swing style. The melody is passed from section to section and there are short solos for trumpet and tenor.

Recorded during the pinnacle of Miles Davis' career Seven Steps to Heaven has become a jazz standard and one of Miles' best-known tunes. Keeping the uptempo swing style of the original this chart soars through the chord changeswith skill and fluency and features solos for trumpet and tenor.

Mike Tomaro has taken this Miles Davis standard and created a roaring arrangement that screams with big band excitement. In a medium uptempo swing style this chart includes solos for trumpet and tenor plus an ensemble shout that really pays off! Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4.

Young Jazz Classics-One of the most enduring compositions from Miles Davis' early career is this medium swing tune recorded on the 1954 album Walkin'. In this terrific chart for younger players Rick Stitzel uses some nifty phrase extensionsin the beginning then alternates the full ensemble with statements by a small group. Solos for trumpet and tenor sax are also included.

In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy® award for best jazz instrumental soloist for his performance on this composition by Marcus Miller. From the album of the same name Tutu is creatively arranged here by MichaelPhilip Mossman in asultry hip-hop fusion style similar to the original. Featuring distinctive modal style harmonies a few twists and turns and solos for trumpet (naturally) and alto sax this is sure to be a standout selectionfor any ensemble.

Paul Murtha has skillfully adapted this monster chart from Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band to a younger level while still maintaining all the intensity and drive of the original. The trombones take the lead at the top followed bythe trumpets then saxes until finally the entire ensemble cuts loose. Includes solos for trumpet and alto sax. Great sounds for young players!