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All young jazz musicians need to develop a sense for the blues and this chart gets them started on this essential song form. The infectious melody sets up the journey that includes solid scoring and e...

Everyone needs an infusion of the blues now and then and this chart for medium easy groups delivers. With a swinging melody, ensemble work at all dynamic levels and an open solo section (written or ad...

Your audiences will hop, skip and jump to this infectious funky jazz-rock chart for medium easy groups. With a catchy groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, this original is sure to be a hit on any...

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Education Association for the First Annual SD Middle School All-State Jazz Band, this straight ahead minor blues provides medium easy groups with a multitude of...

This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opp...

The plunger has been an important effect in jazz since Duke Ellington's band made it a staple in their repertoire. This swing chart gives developing groups a great chance to learn about this unique te...

This straight-ahead swinger was written for medium easy groups, but will work perfectly with groups at many levels. The solid ensemble writing and the blues-based changes will appeal to more experienc...

Standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes Here is a rock ballad that is sure to find its way into the libraries of many developing jazz ensembles. This engaging origi...

This beautiful 8/8 ballad is the perfect showcase for your trumpet soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace easy level chart. While there is a short se...

As one of the most important American music forms, the blues is an essential concept for developing students who are learning about jazz improvisation and ensemble playing. This easy level swinger has...

This bossa nova original is a tip of the hat to jazz legend Horace Silver. Based on the chord progression to one of Silver's most famous compositions, Song For My Father, this accessible chart provide...

This easy level swing excursion was commissioned by the School District 45 Jazz Band in Villa Park (IL). It serves equally well as a concert opener or closer, and will teach and/or reinforce basic swi...

Here is the perfect vehicle for students to learn the essentials of swing rhythms and phrasing. The blues harmonies create a foundation that players will feel comfortable with in both ensemble section...

This tribute to Thelonious Monk captures the spirit and sounds of his iconic jazz music. Blues-based changes, sax and brass solis, and an open solo section (written solos provided) are highlights. Dur...

This infectious Latin chart will make everyone want to get up and dance. Great melody, great groove, great fun.

Every program needs a great rock chart and this one will be a hit with both the band and the crowd. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for...

The Hip Monk returns to spread the good word about all that conveys the essence of being hip. This time the news is delivered in the form of a catchy rock shuffle that's perfect for young musicians at...

The minor blues is an essential song form in the jazz language. This swing chart written at the very easy level provides the perfect vehicle to introduce this important form to developing players. Fea...

Have you got the Fake News Blues? This chart is the cure! Full ensemble work, an open solo section and a solid swing feel are the cornerstones of this new original at the very easy level. Scored for 4...

Die Kombination einer eingängigen Melodie mit vielen typischen Swing-Motiven macht 'The Black Cat' zum idealen Stück für junge Jazzensembles. Die Ausgeschriebenen Soli laden ein, die Welt der Improvis...

Looking for just the right seasoning to spice up your next program? Cajun Chili Peppers is the perfect choice! A strong, happy Latin groove is the foundation of this very easy level chart. Beginning w...

A driving Latin calypso feel provides the foundation for this very easy chart. The catchy melody and solid voicings will make this a favorite of the band and a hit with the audience. Scored for 4 horn...

Mix the catchy Latin jazz groove made famous by Horace Silver with a strong melody, and you get a great change of pace chart at the very easy level. Written or ad lib solos for all are included. Durat...

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in F concert make...

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in F concert make...