Jamming in a Lifeboat is a blues with a perky medium-tempo groove. The section writing in this work provides opportunity to reinforce rhythmic and intonation accuracy.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2012 Publisher: Brolga Music Category: Jazz Ensemble
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Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Dene Ford
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Instantly recognizable, this tradition spiritual receives the full Carl Strommen treatment and showcases the entire band. The familiar, bluesy melody is carefully crafted to be perfect for younger jazz groups.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2023 Publisher:…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Jump to It is a up tempo swing chart in the style of the great dance bands of 1940's. It features a catchy melody and riff-based patterns typical of the style. The saxophone section carries the main melody before being joined by the brass with punchy hits to…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Young jazz musicians respond to a great groove, easily played and a catchy melody that they can grab hold of with both hands. Kickin’ Back fits the bill while letting the piano player (or alto saxophonist) feature on a bluesy shuffle with a harmonic twist.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Looking for a great change of pace chart for your next performance? No Way Out from the pen of George Shutack is the perfect choice. A driving Latin-rock groove, great ensemble writing and plenty of space for solos all combine to create a chart that will be a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
This is a swinging excursion in C minor that the whole band will love. An interesting development section follows the main statement of the melody that builds into a great send-off for the solo section. Effective background figures are provided to accompany…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
George Shutack pulls out all the stops in this fun “spy rock” chart. Very playable, this is sure to be a hit with your band and would be a great addition to any home concert or light performance. Duration 3:00
Style: Swing
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2022…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
In the first few minutes of rehearsal, Super-Fast and Easy Warm Ups for Big Band helps the band make a satisfying, cohesive sound from the outset, while learning (or consolidating) some of the most important elements of big band playing. The collection is a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
It just so happens that "Supertoots" is the nickname we gave to our youngest daughter Gabby who is a budding young trumpet player (10 years old at the time of writing this piece) and who just loves tooting - especially on the high notes. One day we heard…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Patrick Broadbent
Publisher:
Brolga Music
As you can guess from the title, this is a modal jazz chart that uses the same basic structure as the Miles Davis classic “So What”. After the initial presentation of the tune there is an excellent development section that builds on melodic fragments to…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Larry Clark
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing