Michael Sweeney Big Band Noten

Utilizing the Dorian mode and a bluesy melody, here is a catchy original perfect for teaching swing. This one also works great for beginning improvisers since the solo section uses only two chords (tw...

From the opening finger snaps, bass groove, sultry sax line, and brass punches, your band is in for a treat with this one. A silky smooth middle section provides contrast before returning to the minor...

In this riff-based jazz standard, Michael Sweeney simplifies the figures just a touch to make it more playable by beginning groups, but authentic enough that it still really swings! A great introducti...

Billy Strayhorn's iconic jazz standard, recorded by Duke Ellington, is skillfully adapted in this easy version. From the trademark introduction, saxes on the main theme, and short written or ad lib. s...

Ähnlich wie die alte Version von Buddy Rich arrangiert, ist dies ein leichter Jazz-Walzer, der auf diesem klassischen Beatles-Hit basiert. Er zeichnet sich durch ein starkes Ensemble und ein Solo für...

Ähnlich wie die alte Version von Buddy Rich arrangiert, ist dies ein leichter Jazz-Walzer, der auf diesem klassischen Beatles-Hit basiert. Er zeichnet sich durch ein starkes Ensemble und ein Solo für...

Here's a remedy for those of you who need a little relief from the current saxophone mania. Feature your trumpets with this funky original. Requies no solos, however a little cockiness wouldn't hurt.

Here is a fabulous collection of 15 arrangements by Michael Sweeney, Peter Blair, Jerry Nowak, and John Berry. These are all proven winners from the acclaimed 'Discovery Jazz Series' and provide an ec...