Beginning with driving rhythms reminiscent of the Australian Outback, shifting to a delicate melody that is passed around the ensemble, and ending with a return of the original theme. Boomerang is scored for 8-10 players and is a perfect fit for programs…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Amanda Sycamore
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on the chord changes for Autumn Leaves, this easy-going samba puts a new spin on the classic jazz standard. After the melody is presented, an ensemble montuna section follows where the figure is handed off across the entire group. Written solos for…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
In the relaxed swinging tradition of Sammy Nestico and Count Basie, Say What? refers to the conversation that begins in the melody as two groups call and respond to each other. After the melody is thoroghly discussed, the chart moves on to a 16-bar written…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More