In the tradition of Neal Hefti’s classic “L’il Darlin’”, 3am is a warm tutti ensemble ballad in the swing style that opens with a brief written solo for piano and features improvised solos for muted trumpet and tenor sax. Written solos are provided as well.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Too much fun to pass up, featuring the funky 1970’s grooves of Quincy Jones and Tower of Power, including optional wah-wah guitar! Each horn section gets a workout while the rhythm section percolates underneath. Solo opportunities for alto sax, tenor sax,…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Dan Torosian, Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
An easy samba groove that features a relaxed melody accompanied by melodic counterlines and rhythmic accents. Written solos and chord changes are provided for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone. Each solo can be played using a single major or minor…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
A breezy samba melody suited for a beach in Rio while melodic counterpoint plays in the sand. Following a funky half time interlude the trumpet takes the first solo, followed by the tenor sax (or piano or guitar). Both solos can be played using only a concert…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Dan Torosian, Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Featuring a variety of sound colors and a quasi-minimalist texture, Selva Luminosa is an intriguing work suitable for inclusion on a college or professional percussion recital.Program NotesSelva Luminosa - or “luminous jungle” - is my first work for mallet…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Francisco Perez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A new Orleans street parade comes to life with this chart. A 2nd line snare beat drives the dixie-based ensemble, complete with tailgate trombone. Written solos for trombone, alto sax, plunger trumpet, and bass. Tuba may be substituted for the bass for even…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More