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
The “referee” monitors the Battle Royale between two teams. This piece requires each team to work together to create a monstrous sound and battle out their rhythms. Which team wins? You decide!Program NotesThe “referee” monitors the Battle Royale between two…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
From the Inside Out is written for body percussion and snare drums. The snare parts cover many of the basic rudiments and give the students a chance to solo.Program NotesFrom the Inside Out was written for the students at Gurrie Middle School in LaGrange,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Pliplets is a word that originated as an accidental amalgamation of two words in my effort to say "playing triplets" in a rehearsal. As such, in this composition there are triplet figures sprinkled around multiple parts and, with the exception of a slower…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Josh Gottry
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
An Esky is the Aussie version of a portable drink cooler that we take camping or to a barbecue or a day at the cricket. So, if you want to keep a cool groove with this little chart, just Put it in the Esky!
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2018 Publisher: Brolga…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Quintessential Quintets is a collection of three "drummy" pieces for 5 young percussionists. Using limited and/or flexible instrumentation, these works will help student grow as musicians while simultaneously impressing & exciting audiences!Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
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
2017-18 J.W. Pepper Editor's Choice Selection Such Small Things is a gift to the composer’s baby daughter. The sweeping ballad simultaneously celebrates the anticipation of life and the joy that her life has brought into the world. Sparkling percussion and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The title Sweet Bread is inspired by “King Cake,” which is a traditional dessert served around the time of Mardi Gras. The instrumentation for this piece is similar to the instruments you may hear at Mardi Gras parades throughout the state of Louisiana. Part…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Joe W. Moore
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