Drop Somethin' is a beginner blues rock chart that introduces students to the blues progression in a straight-eighth setting. Flexible instrumentation makes this chart accessible for groups of varying sizes and instrument combinations. Repeated material and…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
If you’re looking for a hard-rocking rhythm section feature, check out Electra Glide. This chart will showcase those often-overlooked guitar and bass players who specialize in riff-based, power chord, driving rock styles. Your drummer will enjoy playing this…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This arrangement of the traditional English Christmas carol The First Noel begins with the familiar melody set to jazz harmonies in a chorale style before moving into a medium-tempo jazz waltz. Students will have the opportunity to study standard jazz…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Visit the Brazilian seashore with this introductory pop bossa featuring common syncopated Latin rhythms. The major harmonic setting provides a breezy feel reminiscent of a relaxing day by the sea. Written solos for alto sax and trumpet are provided in…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This 5/4 presentation of We Three Kings is arranged in the style of Dave Brubeck’s “Take Five.” Modern jazz harmonies throughout are built on both open fourths and traditional thirds with upper extensions. Students will have the opportunity to study standard…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
West Fork Shuffle is a laid-back swing tune following a traditional 12-bar blues progression. Students will have the opportunity to study standard jazz articulations and rhythms, as well as idiomatic chord voicings. The solo section includes suggested written…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Minor blues-based tunes are a staple of the jazz repertoire. Introduce your band to this form with this versatile medium-swing cooker. Idiomatic voicings are provided for the horns and rhythm section, as well as optional written solos for Parts 1 & 2.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications