Rick Stitzel: Mittelschwere Noten

Although everyone plays it, Jingle Bells was never as hip as in this jumpin' and jivin' swing version from Rick Stitzel. Not just your run-of-the-mill token holiday offering, you won't find anyone in...

This holiday classic has been recorded by countless jazz artists through the years. Arranged here in a medium tempo swing style, Rick's chart will sound great with limited rehearsal time.

Love Is Here to Stay' ist der letzte gemeinsame Song aus der Feder der genialen Brüder George und Ira Gershwin für den Film'The Goldwyn Follies' (1938) und wurde - wie so viele zuvor - zum beliebten J...

Das Lied aus dem Disneyfilm 'Frozen' gesungen vom Schneemann Olaf. Rick Stitzel hat dieses Lied für Big Band in einem mittleren Schwierigkeitsgrad arrangiert. Das Stück wird ein Hit auf ihrem nächsten...

Featured prominently in the movie A Star Is Born, the hit song Shallow, recorded by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, enjoyed success on the pop charts as well as winning numerous awards. This classy sett...

Der attraktive Jazzstandard wird nicht nur Ihr nächstes Konzert beleben, sondern auch Ihre:n Gesangssolist:in ins Rampenlicht stellen. Aber in der Medium-Swing-Bearbeitung von Rick Stitzel bekommt auc...

From the 1960's Broadway production All American, this ballad has enjoyed wide popularity among jazz artists and has been recorded countless times. The beautiful melody and marvelous changes are blend...

Nobody could swing like the Duke! Here is his medium swing standard In a Mellow Tone skillfully arranged for the six-horn format that also includes solos for trumpet and alto sax. The shout chorus is...

In this medium swing setting for little big band, Rick Stitzel divides the ensemble between upper and lower voices as they trade phrases back and forth. This helps create the effect of a much larger e...

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 The Woody Herman Thundering Herd helped set a standard for exciting big band performances and well-crafted charts. This burner is one of Woody's trademark tunes and is...

From the Broadway musical Bye Bye Birdie, this well-known tune works great in a jazz setting. Written in a medium uptempo swing style, Rick Stitzel uses skilled ensemble scoring plus a great groove to...

Use me' ist ein typisch-bluesiger Hit von Bill Withers aus den 1970er Jahren im funkigen Arrangement von Rick Stitzel mit einfach zu improvisierenden Soli über einem zweiakkordigen Vamp.

One of the most enduring compositions from Miles Davis' early career is this medium swing tune recorded on the 1954 album Walkin'. In this terrific chart for younger players, Rick Stitzel uses some ni...

What a tasty-sounding swing original by Rick Stitzel! This minor blues features a catchy melody, solid ensemble writing, and a perfect solo setting for just about any player. Works great for festivals...

One of the bebop classics that defined an era, Groovin' High arranged here by Rick Stitzel is a great introduction to the music of Dizzy Gillepsie for your younger players. With careful attention to r...

Originally recorded in the '70s, Bill Withers' distinctive slow rocker has become a classic. The minor mode adds to the flavor, and Rick's version for young players skillfully passes the melody from s...

Die wunderbar rockige Ballade von Lady Gaga und Bradley Cooper aus dem Film 'A Star Is Born' in einer grandiosen Bearbeitung von Rick Stitzel für Big Band mit Gesang. - Damit verzaubern Sie Ihr Publik...

Although he wasn't the first to record this familiar rock ballad, George Benson was responsible for its widespread popularity thanks to his huge hit recording in 1976. Beautifully arranged for vocal s...

Famously recorded by Ella Fitzgerald with Louis Armstrong, here's a medium swinger from the early days of jazz that makes a perfect showcase for a charismatic vocal soloist (optional duet for female a...

This clever and catchy jazz standard has been recorded notably by Diana Krall, but also by Nat King Cole and Louis Armstrong. Arranged in a comfortable swing style this is a terrific feature for vocal...

Composed in the '50s, this entertaining holiday tune has been recorded notably by Kay Star, and more recently the Brian Setzer Orchestra. A dynamic and swingin' addition to any holiday concert!

Most famously recorded by Dinah Washington and featured recently in TV commercials, here is a unique feature for vocalist (or tenor sax) that is sure to be a hit at any concert. Guaranteed fun!

Lady Gaga is currently riding the wave of popularity with catchy tunes and a stunning style. Here is one of her signature hits in a terrific version for jazz ensemble. Solidly scored and fun to play!

Give your star female vocalist the opportunity to sing this American classic made famous by the great Nat "King" Cole. Scored in Bb for jazz combo.

One of the many distinctive hits from the Beatles, Can't Buy Me Love is arranged here in a medium up-tempo shuffle groove and provides a marvelous swing setting for the entire ensemble.