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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Use Me
Featured on the TV series The Voice performed by Ray Boudreaux, this hit from the 1970s is typical of the infectious bluesy style of composer/singer Bill Withers. Here’s a funky chart for young players, and soloing couldn’t be easier on the two-chord vamp.SKU: HL07012577 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Vehicle
A huge hit for The Ides of March back in 1970, this is a good example of an early “horn band” tune. With a driving rock pulse and the unmistakable brass riffs, this chart works great for young jazz ensembles. Includes solos for trumpet and alto sax.SKU: HL7011889 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Viva Tirado
From the acclaimed 1962 album Moment of Truth by the Gerald Wilson Big Band, Viva Tirado was the impressive lead off tune. This arrangement in a medium Latin style features the soaring melody of the saxes paired with the energetic drive of the rhythm section and punches from the brass. Solo space is also provided for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL7013122 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Vivir Mi Vida
Recorded in 2013 by Marc Anthony, this salsa cover version of “C’est la vie” by Algerian singer Khaled has logged over a billion views on YouTube! Terry’s sizzling arrangement features plenty of variety, a solo for trumpet, and a key change to an exciting full band finish. With its appealing Latin groove and modest tempo, this one is sure to be fun to play.SKU: HL07013972 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Walk the Dinosaur
This catchy funk tune was recorded by Was (Not Was) in 1987, but more recently has been popularized in pop culture including the movies Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, The Flintstones, and Super Mario Bros. John Wasson’s funky version shows why some tunes just never go out of style. Includes a solo for tenor sax and the signature chant “boom, boom, ack-a lack-a lack-a boom.” Guaranteed fun!SKU: HL7011901 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Walkin’ Shoes
Using a “band within a band” format, Mark Taylor has crafted a great-sounding arrangement of this Gerry Mulligan jazz standard perfect for younger groups. The style is a relaxed medium swing, and there are written or ad lib solos for trumpet and tenor sax.SKU: HL7012461 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
We Don’t Talk About Bruno (from Encanto)
Here’s the popular hit from Disney’s Encanto skillfully adapted for young jazz ensemble. This great-sounding chart features a moderate Latin groove and short solos (written or ad lib.) for tenor sax and trombone.SKU: HL07013856 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
We’re All in This Together (from High School Musical)
Riding an incredible wave of popularity, the Disney Channel’s High School Musical is sweeping the nation with an entertaining brand of show tunes in a contemporary rock style. Here is one of the big production numbers in a dynamic arrangement for young players.SKU: HL7011419 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
We’ve Only Just Begun
Recorded in 1970 and becoming one of the signature songs of The Carpenters, John Berry gives this tuneful classic a fresh take using an upbeat Latin groove and some nice harmonic substitutions. This smooth-sounding arrangement is an appealing way to revisit this well-known pop hit from the past.SKU: HL7011977 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
What a Fool Believes
Recorded by the Doobie Brothers, this soulful rock hit works great in this setting for young jazz ensemble. Authentically adapted from the original, this solid chart includes important lines for the saxes as well as a solo for tenor.SKU: HL7011421 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
What I Did for Love
From Marvin Hamlisch’s landmark musical A Chorus Line, here is the well-known ballad “What I Did for Love” in a creative and appealing setting for young bands. Written in a medium slow Latin style, it includes solos for trumpet and alto sax.SKU: HL7012019 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood)
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood)
One of the truly iconic songs for television, the opening to Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood resonates with all generations. Here’s a terrific setting for young players in a moderate tempo swing style. This one works in any neighborhood!SKU: HL7013212 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Yesterdays
Using a relaxed “bolero” style, Michael Mossman’s inventive and sophisticated setting of this familiar standard is a refreshing addition to any program. You’ll find cascading ensemble figures, interweaving sax fills, and solos for alto and trumpet in this skillfully written arrangement.SKU: HL7012193 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
You Belong with Me
From country superstar Taylor Swift, here is her upbeat number one hit in an effective version for jazz ensemble. With saxes on the verse and the brass solidly stating the chorus, this one is sure to be a hit will all audiences. No solos are required.SKU: HL7011754 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
You’re Welcome (from Moana)
From the hit movie Moana, this easy-going song adapts beautifully for jazz ensemble with its tuneful theme and reggae/shuffle style. The melody is passed around the band starting with the saxes, followed by the trumpets, and finally trombones. Also included is a short solo for trumpet with a distinctive stop-time accompaniment.SKU: HL7012966