Format : Book
SKU: KN.61185
UPC: 822795611854.
Given the widespread popularity of Jeff Jarvis' funk charts for big band, you're going to love this original for advancing groups. Solos are offered for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone, but can also be played by guitar and piano if desired. After the solo section, the drums and horns have a staccato section a la Tower of Power. Everyone has interesting and challenging parts to play throughout, and each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:50. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.61185S
SKU: KN.61033
UPC: 822795610338.
Show off your rhythm section with this high-powered be-bop chart for advancing groups based on I Got Rhythm changes. Solos for piano, bass, and drums plus a soli for the rhythm entire section provides a great opportunity to shine. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set as well as an optional vibes part. Duration ca 4:15.
SKU: KN.61033S
SKU: KN.61080
UPC: 822795610802.
This groovy, hip-hop inspired chart will give your best trumpet, tenor sax and trombone players the showcase they deserve! Featuring a cool Mintzeresque breakdown section that sets up the open solo section (written or ad lib), the whole piece is rounded out with a powerful shout chorus and modulation. Scored for developing groups, an optional vibes part and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson are included in each set. Duration 5:50.
SKU: KN.61080S
SKU: KN.61500S
UPC: 822795615005.
This engaging swing original for advancing groups alternates between 2 and 4 feels while providing interesting ensemble passages for everyone. Ample articulations and dynamics are provided throughout, and solo space is reserved for alto sax and trombone. While this chart can be programmed anywhere in your set, it works exceptionally well as an opener or closer thanks to a powerful shout chorus and big ending. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:55. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.60807S
UPC: 822795608076.
A guaranteed way to engage an audience is to play a powerful shuffle chart - this one is the perfect choice. An added feature is the a cappella horns-alone passage in the middle of the piece. A richly scored ensemble chorus showcases the dynamic range of the band right after the solo section, which features alto sax and trumpet on chord changes based on two blues scales. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:00. Available in SmartMusic.