Straight-ahead groove. 1/4 note =144. Strong melody line, rich ens textures. Various solo options. Scored for A,T,B, 2 Trpts, 1 Bone & Rhy.
Medium tempo F blues- different changes. Lots of space for soloists, include drums. Scored for A,T,B, 2 Trpts, 1 Bone & Rhy.
Not just a 'head and solos', this multi-themed composition moves through different tempos, styles and moods. Solo sections designed for flexibility. Scored for A,T,B, 2 Trpts, 1 Bone & Rhy.
Medium level. 1/4 note = 132. Straight-ahead medium tempo groove in both '2' and '4' feel. Strong melodic lines and harmonies from the post-bop modern mainstream tradition. Solos weave through differe...
Feature for trombone / baritone sax duo. Moderately bright, straght-ahead jazz based on 'rhythm' type changes. Scored for 2 trpts, 1 trbn, alto, tenor, bari, and rhythm.
Straight ahead up-tempo (1/4 note = 230) 'neo-bop.' This Bob Meyer arrangement ashowcases an intricate melodic line and features tightly woven ensemble passages and flexible solo possibilites. Scored...
Tenor feature built on slow 3/4 ballad. Strong melody, interesting changes.
Strong ballad statement (inspired by Michel LeGrand), develops to a jazz waltz feel for solo(s) and returns to ballad for conclusion. Originally written for the Mark Colby CD 'Speaking of Stan', this...
Medium tempo blues (136bpm)-Eb blues opens with rhythm section chorus. Melody line has 12/8 feel, highlights 7th#9 harmonies. Soloist section (in all parts)includes dialog with ensemble leading into s...
Seasonal favorites portrayed through a variety of tempos and moods, textures and colors. Orchestrated to give every player some attention. Scored for 2 trpts, 1 trbn, alto, tenor, bari, and rhythm.
