This medium-tempo pop bossa chart is reminiscent of the music of the Pat Metheny Group. Despite the complex harmonies and challenging syncopated rhythms, this piece has been described as having a light, airy, and “chill” feel to it. The dynamic hook of the…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This beginner blues rock chart introduces students to the blues progression in a straight-eighth setting. Instruments featured are saxes, trumpets, and drums. Repeated material and unison lines make this a recipe for a successful performance by young players…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Students will enjoy playing this up-tempo swing chart stylistically reminiscent of the Count Basie/Sammy Nestico style. While the sax section lays down the main melody, the brass section drives the B section in a shout-chorus style. Three solo sections…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Travel back in time to the Big Band Era with this nostalgic dance ballad ensemble feature. This idiomatic chart with a lyrical melody will immerse players in the tightly voiced harmonies and textures made famous by the Glenn Miller Band. Accessible range and…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications