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This is a sure winner for your next concert! Designed to feature the piano in a familiar gospel-flavored role, this original for developing groups has been skillfully orchestrated so as to support, bu...

Dynamischer Blues Shuffle mit ausgeschriebenen Soli für Alt-Saxophon, Tenor-Saxophon, Trompete und/oder Posaune sowie Klavier. Die Stimmen der Rhythmusgruppe sind nicht vollständig notiert (z.T. nur A...

Here is a fun chart that provides the perfect vehicle to spotlight the unsung hero of the big band - the drummer. Mindful of the traditions established by such legends as Mel Lewis, Louis Bellson, Son...

Scored for jazz bands ranging in size from 9 to 17 players, this innovative Yasinitsky original showcases trombone soloist throughout. The prevailing ballad style switches to double time swing during...

Mit dem swingenden Shuffle-Blues 'Back Online' können Sie sich dynamisch nach einer Konzertpause auf der Bühne zurückmelden. Der Soliteil bringt viel Spaß für den ganzen Saxophonsatz, das Trompetensol...

Originally recorded in 1975 by Count Basie and titled because Basie loved to eat orange sherbert, this fresh setting features easy registers, strong jazz figures, and a bright, free-swinging style. A...

Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (cabasa or maracas, claves...

This chart for developing groups combines old school funk and modal rock, along with a bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scal...

This moderate swing original for developing groups features exciting bebop lines, an open solo chorus for all horns (written or ad lib), sax and brass solis, a rousing shout, and a guitar chord chart...

This unique set of 17 warm-up pieces for the young Jazz Ensemble covers the essential rhythmic and harmonic elements found in two styles of Jazz: “even eighth note” (such as Latin Rock) and Swing musi...

Standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes Here is a rock ballad that is sure to find its way into the libraries of many developing jazz ensembles. This engaging origi...

Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (tambourine, wood block) &...

This rock original utilizing a variety of rhythmic figures and a groove that is reminiscent of the popular Michael MacDonald and Doobie Brothers tunes of the 1980's. The solo section includes written...

Das klangvolle'Steam Whistle' im'Funk/Rock Half-Time Feel' beginnt mit einem'Bang' und auch die bluesige Melodie lässt die Energie des Titels nicht abfallen. Das Solo für Altsaxophon über eine einfach...

This lovely ballad for developing groups is a tip-of-the-hat to the tuneful ballads of the 1940's and 1950's. Warm textures are created by the densely voiced chords and winding melody. Written or ad l...

This accessible ballad in the style of Count Basie emphasizes lyricism, lush harmonies, unified phrasing and a wide range of dynamics. Composed for developing big bands, it features a memorable melody...

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...

Try this slow, yet hard-swinging shuffle on your next big band outing. The bluesy sound emphasizes the groove, and is accessible for developing groups. Written especially for the Lincoln Middle School...

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...

Standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes Description: This effective minor blues original is dedicated to the Bob Cole Conservatory at California State University, L...

Der 'Kool Kat Blues' enthält ein einfaches Swing-Thema der Saxophone mit typischen Einwürfen der Blechbläser, die das Ensemble durch den Shout-Chorus führen. Der Solist am Altsaxophon kann im Soloteil...

Alternating between an easy "two" feel and a shuffle "four" this solid chart just sounds great. Composer Carl Strommen has a knack for making very playable charts sound full and appealing and there is...

Emulating the music of jazz greats Tito Puente and Eddie Palmieri, this funky Latin original with a 3:2 clave groove features a trumpet section soli, a written or ad lib trumpet solo, and a roaring en...

Ranges: G5 trumpet, F4 trombone Solos: written or ad lib alto, tenor Rhythm Section: notated; guitar chord chart included Instrumentation: standard, plus 5 opt parts.

A compelling melody, harmonic surprises, and an infectious groove combine to make this intriguing chart a perfect closer. The open solo section (written or ad lib) features any soloist, with solo shee...