Swing-Noten von Kendor Music: Der authentische Big-Band-Sound

This new advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in...

This is the sound and groove that helped define the Count Basie Orchestra for a decade. Medium swing, brass in bucket mutes and smooth as silk chord changes are at the heart of this chart. It flows al...

Sammy Nestico loved horses and many of the titles he chose for his music reflect that love...Hay Burner is a perfect example. Aside from being a great straight ahead swing chart, there is also a tip o...

Ranges: F6 trumpet, Ab4 trombone. Solos: alto, trumpet, drums. Rhythm section parts partially notated with chords cued. Standard instrumentatin, S(A)ATTB saxes.

The quintessential recording of this chart was captured on the 1968 album called Basie Straight Ahead. Unlike many of Sammy's charts for Basie, this one starts with the Saxes and rhythm section instea...

In A Mellow Tone is an appropriate description for the sound that a Baritone-Tuba quartet can obtain. This grade 3 arrangement of the Ellington classic tune contains solos, many duets, good developmen...

This clever version of a enduring Berlin favorite uses an opening chorus followed by the verse, two more choruses and a coda. A colorful variety of meters, keys, tempos and dynamics guarantee a wonder...

Die Ellington-Band war berühmt für ihren schwungvollen Groove und dieser neue Titel, der auf „In a Mellow Tone“ basiert, ist eine großartige Möglichkeit, dieses Gefühl jüngeren Ensembles näher zu brin...

Set in a medium-slow swing style, it provides great ensemble moments from all sections of the band. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim...

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...

A strong melody and solid rhythmic groove are the cornerstones of this brilliant original from Mike Tomaro. The alternating swing and shuffle styles in this blues-oriented chart command the attention...

This energetic swing original gives developing players the opportunity to experience the minor blues form. The strong melody and solid rhythmic groove complement the full ensemble work as intensity bu...

This driving shuffle with cool lines, surprising harmonies, great rhythm section hooks, and much more makes for a great opener for developing groups. The open solo section (written or ad lib) features...

As recorded by the Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Big Band on the album Road Time (RCA), this swingin' blues shuffle for experienced players has it all - strong ensemble choruses, sax and brass section...

As recorded by the Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Big Band on the album Road Time (RCA), this swingin' blues shuffle for experienced players has it all -- strong ensemble choruses, sax, and brass secti...

for Bells/Field (or Tenor)Drum, Xylophone (or Marimba, Vibes)/Woodblock, Timani (2)/Triangle, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, and Cymbals

This jazz standard by Jerry Gray, was originally recorded by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. This grade 3 arrangement is written for 2 Eb Altos, Bb Tenor, and Eb Baritone Saxophones.

First published in 1964, this colorful work in two movements - 1. The Demure (expressive), 2. The Delightful (scherzando) - features the irresistible melodies and rich harmonies for which Sammy Nestic...

Here's one to ensure your swing chops are in good working order. Commissioned by noted jazz educator Dr. John Bradley, this chart is a wonderful vehicle for sharpening both ensemble and solo skills. W...

'Foo Birds Of A Feather' ist eine Auftragskomposition der Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association für das'2016 All State Jazz Ensemble' und ermöglicht eine Menge zu lernen. Die Kombi...

Ranges: Eb6 trumpet, A4 trombone Solos: ad lib alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone Rhythm Section: notated Instrumentation: standard.

Ranges: G5 trumpet, G4 trombone Solos: written or ad lib alto, trumpet Rhythm Section: notated; guitar chord chart included Instrumentation: standard, plus 5 opt parts.

A guaranteed way to engage an audience is to play a powerful shuffle chart - this one is the perfect choice. An added feature is the 'a cappella' horns-alone passage in the middle of the piece. A rich...

This clever swing chart is inspired by a YouTube video collage of jazz soloists playing a common sequence of notes, this piece uses 'the lick' in a variety of unison and harmonized permutations. Writt...

In this terrific tip-of-the-hat tribute to Don Menza's famous Groovin' Hard chart, saxes get the major workout, supported by cleverly written brass parts, all in a shuffle swing style. Solos are given...