All young jazz musicians need to develop a sense for the blues and this chart gets them started on this essential song form. The infectious melody sets up the journey that includes solid scoring and effective use of basic swing rhythms. An open solo section (…
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Jazz Ensemble
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Kendor Music Publishing
Set as a Jazz waltz this fresh look at the traditional Coventry Carol will be a welcome addition to your holiday performance. Moving seamlessly between major and minor this arrangement captures the beauty and spirit of the original carol.
Grade Level: 1.5…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Anthony Susi
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Set a festive holiday mood with this sophisticated Bossa Nova setting of Good King Wenceslas. Jack has dressed up the traditional carol with a fresh set of chord changes and a nice modulation to keep the chart interesting. This is an excellent choice for any…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Every program needs a great funk chart and this new original from George Shutack will kick your next concert into high gear. Plenty of fun playing for both the rhythm section and the wind section. And with the open solo section, young players can stretch…
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Jazz Ensemble
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Kendor Music Publishing
The biting dissonance of the sharp 9 chord is used as the centerpiece for this free spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece in the repertoire for music at this level. It is…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The clever title says it all: this is a great introduction to B flat “rhythm” changes. Swinging throughout at a tempo of 132 every section of the band gets a chance to shine. There are three written solos…Alto Sax 1 on the first “A” section, Trumpet 1 or 2 on…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Sciaino
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This is a great chart that combines a Chuck Mangione style for the first section with a Sonny Rollins island feel at the “B” section. This would be an excellent choice as a contrast tune for a concert or festival. Following the breezy solo section there is a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This music was commissioned by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association for their 2022 8th Grade All-State Band. Clocking in at a medium swing tempo of 136, you will find this chart filled with solid scoring, well marked articulations and sparkling ensemble…
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Jazz Ensemble
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Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
Here is the perfect chart to feature Tenor Sax and Trumpet. Beautiful scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation. This one will be…
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Jazz Ensemble
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Kendor Music Publishing
A funky rock chart with attitude, this piece is good-naturedly dedicated to that one person in the band who makes everyone late as their friends chant “we gotta go” in exasperation. The Saxes take the main theme with brass answering lines, then the roles are…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing