Check out this tasty setting of an old standard. It features an alto solo on the intro, then settles into a nice bossa groove. The solo section is double time for an added kick, with the bones playing the familiar melody in the background. Great...
Reminiscent of a patriotic Kenton arrangement, this chart is great to use for your spring concert. Also ideal to change the pace of your standard jazz repertoire. Great sounds!
DetailsPublisher: The FJH Music Company Inc.Author(s): Larry...
This slow ballad will bring back memories of the great Neal Hefti classic Li'l Darlin. Destined to become a mainstay in your jazz library for students to play every year. Great ensemble writing, plus all the piano fills are written...
Written to showcase your lead alto, this medium-easy ballad is a tribute to the legacy of the great Duke Ellington. All the solos are written out, including a strain for the piano in the Duke's own fashionable way.
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What a fabulous idea — an outstanding feature that lets you choose your bass soloist! Solo parts are included for string bass, bari sax, bass clarinet, bassoon, and tuba. The possibilities are endless and the chart itself is extremely well written...
There are extensive historical notes and rehearsal suggestions provided by the arranger for your use in rehearsing and presenting this traditional American classic in concert. Written as a medium shuffle, it has a great groove throughout. An...
Blue Sky for a Rainy Day is a ballad based on a contemporary bossa nova groove. This piece can be used to work on tuning and rhythmic accuracy within each section of the ensemble.
DetailsPublisher: The FJH Music Company Inc.Author(s): Erik...
Featuring a Basie-style piano part that's written out on the opening chorus, this blues settles into a very nice groove with the saxes featured much of the time. None of the parts are overly demanding and the ranges are very comfortable. An...
This clever chart is unlike anything out there and really grooves! Based on Beethoven’s ever-popular für Elise, this jazz waltz is based on a C minor blues progression with a shout chorus in 4/4. Optional vibraphone is included to give a little...
Your trombone section will love this cleverly titled swingin’ feature by Erik Morales. Its light and carefree swing style lends itself well to the trombone section while also holding the interest of the rest of the ensemble. A written solo section...
Limited range demands will ensure success from most ensembles. All rhythm section parts are fully notated to assist players with less experience. Additionally, a written trumpet solo is provided with chord changes.
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The late Frank Mantooth arranged Jimmy Van Heusen's beautiful and hauntingly lyrical ballad But Beautiful as an ensemble feature. The musical framework is ideal for showcasing your pianist in a gorgeous setting with thoughtful chord voicing and...
This original shuffle is solidly scored with a Benny Golson/Quincy Jones flavor. The saxes are featured on the head with the solo in the first tenor part. The bridge features a two sax/two trumpet ensemble with a tasty pyramid background that is fun...
Reminiscent of the great Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Band, this tune settles into a nice groove after a tongue-in-cheek intro that's sure to bring back visions of the Groove Merchant. Rachel has scored this fine original to feature the saxes on the head,...
This extremely interesting original is based on a modified New Orleans-style street beat. A "gritty" bass part really helps add to the style, and there are plenty of opportunities for your pianist to add fills throughout. A tenor solo leads into...
