An easy latin groove based on the chord changes for Horace Silver's classic "Song For My Father". The rhythm section sets the tone which is joined by the ensemble. This sets up the unison saxophone melody which is punctuated by the brass. Trumpet and Tenor…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
A great chart for beginning bands - medium tempo 12 bar blues with written solos for all players. Trumpet range to written top space E in the staff.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2018 Publisher: Baker's Jazz And More Series: First Chorus Genre: Swing Category:…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
In this 10-1/2 minute work for 16 percussionists, the composer was inspired by the fantasies he had as as child when he looked up at the stars in awe. What secrets are hidden behind the night sky? The Galaxy Swan, Cygnus in Latin, is best known for Cygnus X-1…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Etienne Houben
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on the chord changes for the Gershwin standard "Summertime", this nifty swinger combines the hallmarks of other tunes such as Cantaloupe Island and the Theme from Get Smart tv show to create a hard swinging chart that's fun for everyone. The melody is…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Another great chart from Matt Morey, Los Dos presents the duo of tenor sax and trumpet riding the energetic salsa of the rhythm section's montuno figures. Substantial solo space for both tenor and trumpet is followed by an 8-bar drum solo that leads into the…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
A high energy intro sets the tone for this hard-swinging arrangement of the Gershwin classic song. The trombone section is featured on the melody as the saxes provide accompaniment. Solo opportunities for trumpet and trombone follow. A brief trumpet section…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey, George Gershwin
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Based on the chord changes for Canteloupe Island, this high energy rock chart shines the spotlight on each section of the band, and features a sax soli as well. Written solos are provided for alto sax and trumpet, and there is a four bar drum solo as well.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Commissioned by Bloomington High School North, in Bloomington, Indiana, this swinging chart is a true shuffle in the tradition of Jerome Richardson's "The Groove Merchant" as performed by the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band. With a 130bpm tempo, this chart is…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
A wonderful introduction to modal jazz for the beginning ensemble. This contemporary sounding chart is based on the chord changes of Miles Davis’ iconic “So What” and offers lots of melodic and counter-melodic material. An easy swing tempo of 138bpm makes…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Morey
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Wildfire was designed as a concert opener with a melody that spreads like a wildfire. The rhythms and soaring melodies grab your attention and don’t let up until the final note. The audience cannot helped but be wrapped up in your performance with this fast,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Patrick Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications