Anspruchsvolle Noten für Big Band

Ranges: E6 trumpet, G4 trombone. Solos: tenor, trumpet, piano, drums. Rhythm section parts partially notated with chords cued. Standard instrumentation.

Recorded by Weather Report on their landmark 1977 album Heavy Weather, Havona epitomizes the high-energy jazz fusion style of Jaco Pastorius. This version for Little Big Band is a real showpiece for t...

At last, a showcase for the trumpet section from Gordon Goodwin! The groove is straight eighths with a funky feel. Solo space is provided for trumpets 1, 2, 3, 4, but can be tailored as desired. Lead...

This early composition by Chick Corea features a jazz waltz in a breezy medium tempo. Even in this standard jazz form you can hear Chick's unique twists and turns in this iconic jazz standard. Beautif...

Sofrito ist ein Klassiker des Latin Jazz, der durch den legendären Perkussionisten Mongo Santamaria bekannt wurde. Das schwelende Arrangement von Michael Mossman bietet einen moderaten Chacha-Groove u...

Originally written as a theme song for a television show, this swinger thrives on keeping good time and playing with a solid sound. A fully-voiced sax soli and full band shout are highlights, and shor...

A complete instrumental version of the brilliant number by Henry Mancini and recently recorded by Michael Bublé. Instead of the vocal we have provided a Tenor Sax solo line,giving your lead tenor the...

This is the great Horace Silver Latin standard. This chart features the lead alto and 4th trumpet. They get the melody and then each get a chance to solo. Lots of cool ensemble at the end. Trumpet to...

True, by Gary Kemp, was the title track on Spandau Ballet's 1980's album of the same name and was a worldwide hit. To just say that this arrangement is 'Basie Style' does not do it justice. It is quit...

Adapted from his Grammy winning arrangement for Queen Latifah, here is a smokin' swing chart that features a relaxed vocal line accompanied by absolutely blazing figures from the band. An exceptional...

Aretha Franklin ist nur eine von vielen Interpretinnen von A Natural Woman gewesen. Nach ihrer Version ist dieses Big Band-Arrangement gestaltet: Im Mittelpunkt steht die Sängerin, die dezent von den...

An oustanding classic to showcase your vocal soloist. In case no vocalist is available, the solo part is also provided for tenor sax.

This new advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in...

No description needed. One of the all time greatest charts recorded by the Buddy Rich Big Band on Burning for Buddy Vol 2. See master Otter CD catalog.

Here is THE hot version of this swing standard arranged by Jeff Tyzik as recorded by Doc Severinson and the Tonight Show Band. With a dressed up feel and solos for alto, tenor and trumpet, this timele...

Die wohl berühmteste Nummer des Benny Goodman Orchestra haben wir originalgetreu nachgespielt, in der Originaltonart und mit allen Original-Licks. Das einzige Zugeständnis, das wir gemacht haben, ist...

Komponiert von dem mit einem Grammy ausgezeichneten Komponisten/Produzenten Quincy Jones, ist dies eine gefühlvolle Ballade für Tenor- oder Sopransaxophon, die die Herzen der Interpreten und des Publi...

Corner Pocket wurde vom unbesungenen Helden der Count Basie Band, Freddie Green, geschrieben, und der Titel bezieht sich auf den Ort, den Green sein Eigen nannte - die Corner Pocket der Rhythmusgruppe...

As recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on Incredible Journey, this upbeat tune puts the whole band through its paces over repetitive Latin rhythms. Alto sax, piano and drums are the designated solois...

This is a tour-de-force arrangement of Gershwin's masterpiece. If you can cut it, then play it because it will truly warrant a standing ovation. The sax doubles call for piccolo (alto 1), clarinet/flu...

In 2012 we introduced Omar Thomas to the list of Sierra composers and arrangers. This year he brings us an original composition set in a modern, ECM-ish swing feel. 'I Am' is a musical journey and is...

This classic Herbie Hancock composition has become one of the most well-known songs in jazz history. Gordon Goodwin wanted to do something a little different in his arrangement without violating the s...

This is a major chart for advanced bands. It's John Williams' big band era extravaganza from the dance marathon scene in the movie '1941. ' John Williams started his career as a superb jazz keyboardis...