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Written in Kendor Konvertible format, this medium easy original is set in a straight eighth note feel, built around a series of rhythms and chord changes that keep repeating throughout the chart - hen...

This chart is a happy, fun tune with a funky, infectious groove featuring Kendor Konvertible instrumentation - meaning that it is playable by as few as 9 pieces and expandable to 17. Accessible, easy...

Ein schwungvoller Salsa komponiert von Greg Yasinitsky.

A driving Salsa chart with lots of intensity that just doesn't let up! A short alto sax/trumpet duet is featured along with plenty of unison sax and brass lines. An ad lib' or 'as is' solo is provided...

Here's a suave Latin tune designed to feature your tenor sax and trombone soloists. A memorable melody is supported by sophisticated, yet accessible harmonic motives throughout. Authentic Latin device...

Try this bright Latin chart for developing groups featuring solos for piano, and the 'two cats' alluded to in the title - namely alto saxophone and trumpet. Even if you use the minimum instrumentation...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this selection for developing groups set in a bright Latin feel. The introduction played by piano...

We welcome California jazz educator Mike Dana to the Kendor family of writers with this spirited Latin original for developing groups. Containing reasonable ranges and rhythmic figures, plus an exciti...

This irresistible Latin rock original has a happy attitude that's sure to catch the ears of developing jazz stars. The trumpet section is featured, and solos are provided for trumpet and tenor saxopho...

Continuing with his great contributions to literature for developing jazz groups, Les Sabina brings us this catchy samba designed to give students a firm grasp of the exciting music of Brazil. The smo...

Here's an accessible original utilizing a variety of common calypso rhythmic figures. It includes a tuneful melody and is playable by as few as 9 players and expandable to full big band instrumentatio...

This straight-ahead swinger for developing groups has a touch of blues and a hint of a 'mysterioso' feel. Saxophones and brass often trade melodic phrases, and a written or ad lib solo is included for...

Developing jazz bands will love this moderate swing composition by film composer Lennie Niehaus. Important jazz concepts that should be in every aspiring jazz musician's vocabulary are taught and rein...

This medium swing chart is the next work for developing groups by Miami-based writer, Mike Lewis. This is the perfect chart for tightening up your band's concept of ensemble skills, particularly blend...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this Les Sabina offering. The title of this swing original refers to the confidence-building bloc...

Why not add this terrific tenor sax feature to your next program? Notated rhythms, abundant articulation and dynamic markings, and the 'as is' or ad lib tenor solo are highlights in this medium fast s...

Set in a moderate swing style, this solidly scored original by film composer Lennie Niehaus is a welcome addition to developing jazz ensemble literature. A strong introduction sets up the melody, whic...

Here's a relaxed swing tune for developing groups that features solos by the lead alto sax and trumpet players. Some nice melodic statements from the pianist are also included. This well-scored origin...

This engaging, straight-ahead swinger for developing groups is dedicated to two tenor saxophone giants: Stanley Turrentine, whose biggest hit was Sugar, and John Coltrane, affectionately known as 'Tra...

Here's a great moderate swing style feature for developing sax soloists. The soloist may improvise or perform the suggested solos, and interludes and a shout chorus gives the soloist sufficient rest....

Ranges - Trp:G5, Trb:Eb4;

The infectious New Orleans 2nd line street beat will surely capture your audience's attention when this fun, happy original for developing groups is performed at concerts and festivals. Solid ensemble...