This chart takes it easy on the tempo, but it still swings hard. Harkening back to the era of Quincy Jones' association with the Count Basie Orchestra, this chart opens with a relaxed piano melody which is soon taken up by the full bodied sax section. A…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Quartets that Travel is a collection of 13 short quartets for small auxiliary percussion, perfect for performances where large equipment is not ideal, transitions between set changes, or for ensembles with limited instrumentation. The set progresses from…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Solidly in the Basie/Nestico tradition, this swing chart exemplifies the title's instructions - stay positive and Roll with the Punches. Written solos are provided for trombone (opt. trpt) and alto sax. Every section gets a chance to shine in the full shout…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Translated "Blue Samba", this chart is a take-off on the traditional blues changes with a distinctly smooth South American flavor Solos for alto sax and trumpet.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2008 Publisher: Baker's Jazz And More Series: First Chorus Genre: Latin…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Alto Sax Feature
A smooth contemporary latin feature for alto or tenor sax, or trumpet, with a sultry melody and lush accompaniment. A written solo is provided, but the chord changes for the solo fit into the concert Bb scale so improvisation is encouraged.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Tenor Sax Feature
A smooth contemporary latin feature for alto or tenor sax, or trumpet, with a sultry melody and lush accompaniment. A written solo is provided, but the chord changes for the solo fit into the concert Bb scale so improvisation is encouraged.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Trumpet Feature
A smooth contemporary latin feature for alto or tenor sax, or trumpet, with a sultry melody and lush accompaniment. A written solo is provided, but the chord changes for the solo fit into the concert Bb scale so improvisation is encouraged.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
In the tradition of Neal Hefti's classic "L'il Darlin'", although slightly faster in tempo, Steppin' Up focuses on one of the fundamental elements of the swing style - how to swing quarter notes to get that cool relaxed style that just feels so right. (Swing…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
An elegant swinging tribute to the longtime Basie lead alto player Marshall Royal, "The Royal Treatment" provides ample opportunities to showcase the saxophone section. Written solos are provided for trumpet, alto sax, trombone, and tenor sax. Trumpet range…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Reminiscent of the Bill Holman tune "Told You So", this medium swing tune features some fun interplay between the brass and saxes as well as the occasional stop-time figure. Plenty of attitude going on here. Solo for tenor sax and a shout section for the…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Paul Baker
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More