'Jazz Ensemble Library' - ausgesuchte Jazz-, Swing-, Blues- und Crossover-Nummern

Dieser ansprechende Blues-Chart beginnt mit der Rhythmusgruppe in einem entspannten 2-Beat-Stil, geht aber schnell zu einem rockigen Shuffle mit viel Gefühl über. Dieser Stil wechselt sich mit einem g...

This standard from the 40's has been recorded countless times in recent years and remains a staple in jazz libraries everywhere. Mike Tomaro's creative version shines new and invigorating light on thi...

Originally a pop hit for The Police in the '80s, Mike Tomaro uses extensive reharmonizations and creative timbral shadings in this marvelous adaptation. The groove is slightly slower than the original...

From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed Innervisions album from 1973, this infectious funk tune has been covered by a variety of artists over the years and found its way into several movies. With a distinctive...

Dieser groovende Funk-Titel wurde für das South Carolina All-State Jazz Ensemble 2025 geschrieben. Mit bissigen Rhythmen, harmonischen Wendungen und frischen Orchestrierungen bietet dieses Stück einen...

Recorded by Grover Washington Jr. with Bill Withers, this tune helped define the 'smooth' jazz sound. Silky smooth and well orchestrated, this is a nice addition to any concert program.

Sanborn has a lock on contemporary jazz, and this funky chart from his CD 'Hearsay' keeps pace with today's scene! This is a great choice for concert or contest, and features an open solo sections for...

This Latin funk tune starts out softly, then gradually picks up intensity as layers of sound are added until finally the entire ensemble is cookin'. Nice feature spots are provided for your drummer in...

Here's the classic funk tune from Earth, Wind & Fire in a terrific arrangement for big band by Mark Taylor. This one includes all your favorite signature horn riffs as well as a solo for tenor sax.

From jazz great Freddie Hubbard, here is one of his most famous tunes in a solidly written chart by Mark Taylor. With a funky rock feel and well-known riffs, your band will enjoy performing this one t...

Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for alto and trumpet are included along with the rhythmic...

Featuring a contemporary sounding groove utilizing even 8th notes, this familiar standard is given a unique treatment in the skilled hands of Mike Tomaro. A trio of tenor sax, trombone and guitar take...

From the landmark album Aja recorded by Steely Dan in 1977 here is an outstanding version for big band set in a moderate funk style. The chart opens with a duet for tenor and trombone, followed by the...

Inspired by the famous arrangement that Quincy Jones penned for Ray Charles, here is an impressive offering that pays tribute to Ray's genius for style and showmanship. This is hard-hitting big band w...

Composed by Latin master Tito Puente and made famous by Santana, this is one of the most popular Latin tunes ever written. Here's an oustanding arrangement for jazz ensemble featuring sizzling ensembl...

What a neat idea to turn this Henry Mancini classic into a medium samba groove! Your lead trombonist receives some well-deserved feature time and is joined briefly by the entire bone section. The ense...

The trumpet section gets the spotlight for much of this Kenny Dorham standard. Written in a Latin 'boogaloo' style, there are still lots of interesting parts for all sections, plus solos for tenor and...

Written by Stevie Wonder and recorded by Michael Jackson on his 1979 album Off the Wall, this familiar hit is treated here in a creative version for jazz ensemble. Incorporating the jazz-influenced ha...

Dizzy Gillespie was a genius at combining Latin influences with the jazz idiom. This medium tempo arrangement of one of his best-known compositions really sizzles for jazz ensemble.

Kenny Dorhams entspannter Latin-Klassiker ist einfach ein Muss. Mark hat Elemente der Originalversion beibehalten, indem er eine kleine Gruppe (Alt, Tenor, Trompete und Posaune) für das Eröffnungsstat...

From the rarely remembered 1928 operetta The New Moon, this lovely tune has gone on to become a standard favored by many jazz artists. Set in a light samba groove, here is a terrific arrangement featu...

Mofongo is a popular Puerto Rican menu item, and mama's version must be a particularly spicy dish! Set in a moderate mambo style, this catchy tune cruises along with feature spots for the brass and al...

Mike Tomaro's arrangement transforms this Wayne Shorter classic from its combo origins into a swinging vehicle for big band. The relaxed swing feel and harmonies of the original are retained in this t...

The unlikely treatment in a swing style sets this arrangement apart as Mark Taylor takes Elton John's familiar hit in a completely new direction. The style alternates between a 2 feel and straight ahe...