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The exciting and fun introduction moves to a big band swing and has a roaring finish that will have your developing group sounding like pros! The open solo section (written or ad lib) can be played by...

This solid original for developing groups contains all the great features we've come to expect from this talented writer. A series of musical motives are layered to create an interesting effect. Optio...

A pleasing melody with dense ensemble scoring, well-articulated swing figures, and a written or ad lib solo section for all make this fresh original a definite program winner for developing groups. A...

Featuring an appealing modal feel throughout and plenty of sectional and ensemble block voicings, this fast swing original assigns the written or ad lib solo to tenor sax. Great care has been taken to...

This holiday favorite is arranged in a light, uptempo, Count Basie style, and the classic swing band sound of unison saxes carry much of the melodic material. The piano gets to play the written solo m...

Are you looking for a solid, sophisticated chart that is accessible to aspiring jazz musicians? Well, your search is over. Film writer Lennie Niehaus knows how to make developing players sound their b...

If you need a solid, accessible moderate swing chart for your developing jazz band, look no further. This one has lots of variety and developmental material that will strengthen the skill set of all p...

This swingin' blues for developing groups features a moderate tempo, written or ad lib solos for trumpet and alto, and a series of solo fills by the drummer that create a dramatic conversation with th...

This swing original utilizes a variety of rhythmic figures commonly used in rock and funk charts and includes a nice stop-time section as well as interesting chord progressions throughout. The solo se...

This solidly scored chart was originally recorded at the world famous Lighthouse Cafe by the Lennie Niehaus Octet on a compact disc entitled Sunday Afternoon At Hermosa Beach. This big band version fo...

Kendor is pleased to announce the release of this swing original by Miami-based composer, Mike Lewis. Great writing in the Basie tradition is presented here for developing jazz musicians requiring mat...

Standard jazz ensemble (playable by 3 saxes, 3 brass plus rhythm section) with opt. tuba & vibes First released in 1954, this setting of the 19th-century folk song popularized by Glenn Miller in 1939...

This collection of 12 beloved and traditional Christmas carols includes: In Dulci Jubilo, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, O Come, All Ye Faithful, It Came Upon A Midnight Clear, The First Noel, Angels We Have...

First published in 1964, this fun-loving, confidence-building original in ABA form is playable by 2 or 3 flutes with piano. As the title implies, no player goes out on a solo limb as block voicings an...

In this accessible version of one of the world's best-loved songs, lead and support material is shared by all members of the group. A modulation from D to Eb major at the midpoint marks the start of s...

Beautifully adapted by distinguished artist and professor Harry Gee, this solemn operatic excerpt (also known as March Of The Priests) allows developing students to focus on playing together with good...

Featuring predominantly uptempo gems by Schubert, Handel, Beethoven, Mozart, Telemann and Susato, these short selections may be played singly or in combination with others in the collection to suit vi...

Written in ABA form using traditional harmonies and rhythms, this is a satisfying number for young instrumentalists.

Dedicated to Ned Corman, director of The Commission Project, this tenor saxophone feature pulls from the tradition of great blues tenor players like Stanley Turrentine and Gene Ammons. Listening to re...

Grade 1-2 Features Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)

This collection of progressive pieces for contest, recital, audition, and private or group instruction features 10 spirited originals in a variety of styles.

This arrangement of the Franz von Suppe classic is presented in cut time for the benefit of grade 2 players who have not either been exposed to 6/8 time, or find it problematic to negotiate. All the i...

First released in 1963, this theme-and-variations setting of the great Civil War song takes some refreshing liberties with the old favorite. After the tune is played in traditional 6/8 style, a lyrica...

This collection of progressive pieces for concert, recital, audition, and private or group instruction features 10 spirited originals in a variety of styles. Each solo is playable on a 4-piece kit.

This collection of nine 2-mallet keyboard percussion duets for grade 2-4 players contains three tunes at each level, and most are playable on any combination of mallet instruments. Each piece focuses...