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Sin Palabras (Without Words) was written for Rich's 'Bad Little Big Band'. Relaxed Latin style. All high notes on the recording are optional and all solos are written out.

A hip Samba with firm roots in both the Blues and Salsa.

This beautiful Bossa Nova shows us Thad's sensitive side.

Medium tempo Jazz Samba that captures a tinge of Spain while allowing Jazz elements to shine through. Solo sections are on 2 chord changes (Cm/Db) making for easy soloing.

This chart captures that island feel of the Caribbean. The simple unison melody is based on the A section of Gershwin's 'I've Got Rhythm'.

This chart features the sound of a New Orleans funeral marching band historically known as the 'Second Line' which follows behind the family and casket. It's a time for celebration coming after the in...

An easy Basie/Nestico style swinger at a Medium Fast tempo. Brass ranges are very comfortable with lots of unisons and full ensemble sections.

A unique jazz/ swing chart that starts with a 'march feel' but transitions into a straight ahead jazz 4/4 feel for solos over familiar 16 bar changes. Very playable, easy ranges with some Thad styled...

This retro swing style piece will be enjoyed by students, parents and grandparents and will be great in a concert format or a senior citizen dance popular at many schools. It really swings and it's fu...

This tune will remind you of all those Blue note records you bought over the years. Moderate in tempo, difficulty level and full of surprises. Not quite a Blues in F---better!

Written in the style of Sammy Nestico and the Count Basie Orchestra this composition captures the feel and excitement of the Basie band with limited brass ranges at a Grade 3 Level. Beginning and end...

Commissioned by Jim Dragovitch, director of the GW Hewlett HS Jazz Ens., this 16 bar tune features a unison melody carried by the trombones & tenors and plenty of Full Ens with short stop time before...

Relaxed cool jazz feel.

Medium groove Basie style written as a Tribute to the great Ernie Wilkins. This one really lays well with solos for Tenor and Trumpet. Includes well written sax soli.

An easy Basie/Nestico style swinger at a Med Fast tempo. Brass ranges are very comfortable with lots of unisons and full ensemble sections.

Traditional Hymn - Arr. as a Medium Samba.

This is the third part of Thad's 'Suite for Pops'. This movement reflects the joyous retreat associated with funerals typical in New Orleans. Hard Driving Shuffle.

Re-scored a fourth lower to F containing all of the skillfully penned structure written for the Count Basie band by Frank Foster in the early 60's.

One listen to this and you will understand why this chart is described as 'Determined Rock.' An energetic piece with blues changes for soloists and great use of contemporary rhythms. Filled with call...

A beautiful relaxed feature for Flugelhorn or Soprano Sax to be played in a 'Soulfully Cool' manner. Very well composed and orchestrated with all solos parts written out. A delightful change of pace....

This tune will remind you of all those Blue note records you bought over the years. Moderate in tempo, difficulty level and full of surprises. Not quite a Blues in F---better!

Carl Strommen has created an exceptional rendition of one of our country's most famous patriotic songs. Opening with solo trumpet and building to a dazzling full ensemble finish, this arrangement gets...

Carl Strommen has created an exceptional rendition of one of our country's most famous patriotic songs. Opening with solo trumpet and building to a dazzling full ensemble finish, this arrangement gets...

Based on the changes to 'I Got Rhythm', this happy calypso style composition will add variety to your programming and will keep your students on their toes. 3+ Level. Med. tempo Calypso groove.

A delightfully happy shuffle tune that is a perfect opener for your concert or contest performance! Features call-and-answer responses between the brass and saxes, and some great ensemble writing. The...