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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Chant
Recorded by jazz great Cannonball Adderley, this classic jazz standard has been skillfully arranged here for younger players in a moderate shuffle groove. The trademark opening “chant” is handled by pairs of saxes and trumpets, then answered by tenors, trombones and the rhythm section. Also included is a written or ad lib. solo for piano and plenty of solid ensemble writing throughout.SKU: HL7011622 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Creole Love Call
Absolutely dripping with the blues, here is a sultry version of the Ellington classic that features trumpet and trombone as they cry out the plaintive melody. Written in a call and response style, this slow shuffle will bring a new and exciting dimension to your band’s repertoire.SKU: HL7011551 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The First Noel
Here is something unique and fresh-sounding for your holiday concert. Mark has taken this familiar carol and crafted it as a light bossa with creative harmonies and lush scoring. A tenor/trumpet duet recurs throughout, and solo space is provided for both.SKU: HL7011841 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Fool on the Hill(Flugelhorn Feature)
With a smooth Latin feel, interesting harmonies plus a few mixed meters, this is a terrific feature number for your flugelhorn soloist. Tasty ensemble lines contribute to a creative and appealing change of pace.SKU: HL7011539 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Golden Striker
Formed in 1952, the Modern Jazz Quartet influenced the landscape of contemporary jazz for over 40 years. With elements of classical music blended with cool jazz and blues, The Golden Striker epitomizes their elegant brand of jazz. This hard-swinging chart features the unique counterpoint of the original, along with feature spots for the bass, saxes, and an optional open solo section.SKU: HL7013118 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Jive Samba
Recorded by the Cannonball Adderley Quintet in the 1960s, this distinctive samba was composed by Cannonball’s brother Nat. Featuring a relaxed Latin groove and the familiar riff-like melodies, Mark’s chart uses an ensemble of 3 saxes, trumpet and trombone alternating with punches from the entire ensemble. Solos are included for alto and trumpet, and the shout chorus features occasional 3/4 measures thrown in for added spice.SKU: HL7011905 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Look of Love (Key: Cmi)(Key: Cmi)
This well-known Latin classic has been recorded by many jazz artists and lends itself to an easy relaxed feel. Written in a very comfortable range for vocalists, this exceptional chart by Mark Taylor will be a joy to perform.SKU: HL07500107 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Mooche
Composed in 1928, Ellington’s The Mooche was characterized as “jungle style” at the time thanks to the unique instrumentation and rhythmic style. Mark Taylor’s outstanding version for younger players alternates between the Latin styles salsa and mambo, and features solo space for tenor sax and trombone. Unique and effective!SKU: HL07013412 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Nearness of You (Flugelhorn Feature)
Although the first hit recording of this enduring standard was by the Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1940, The Nearness of You has remained popular through the ages with recordings by countless artists. Arranged here as a solo feature for flugelhorn, the soft Latin stylings and lush accompaniment parts help make this one particularly attractive.SKU: HL7012497 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Night Has a Thousand Eyes
This is NOT the ’60s pop hit recorded by Bobby Vee, but the classic jazz standard recorded by luminaries such as John Coltrane, Paul Desmond, and Horace Silver (and originally the theme song of the 1948 film noir starring Edward G. Robinson). Here’s a great sounding Latin style setting creatively scored for young players with beautiful lines and countermelodies. Includes solos for alto sax and trombone.SKU: HL7011877 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Rainbow Connection(Flugelhorn Solo with Jazz Ensemble)
Written in a light jazz waltz style, Kermit’s familiar tune from The Muppet Movie works great as a feature for flugelhorn in the skilled hands of Mark Taylor. Featuring a comfortable range for the soloist, a sax soli, and effective ensemble writing, this gem is a nice change of pace number.SKU: HL07011203 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Theme
Miles Davis often used this signature riff tune to close his concert sets. Using background figures and other elements from the original recordings, Paul Murtha has skillfully assembled a full-blown chart for young jazz ensembles. The opening section trades the theme between trumpet and tenor sax, and eventually the entire ensemble gets into the act.SKU: HL7012245 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Things That Need to Heal
Conveying a sentiment that we can all relate to, this masterful and poignant Bossa Nova features a sensitive, fully notated piano solo, richly scored horns, and solo options for both the novice player and also a more intermediate level. As with all of Michele’s writing, the rhythm section parts are carefully notated to help take the guesswork out of attaining the correct Latin style.SKU: HL07013900 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Way You Look Tonight
From the film Swing Time and originally performed by Fred Astaire, The Way You Look Tonight won the Academy Award for best original song in 1936. Since then it has remained a popular jazz standard, and here is a terrific moderately paced swing version for younger players.SKU: HL7012888 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Theme from Spider-Man
From the original TV series Spider-Man and featured on the soundtrack of the new blockbuster movie, Roger Holmes has crafted an exciting arrangement for jazz ensemble. Based on a minor blues progression, this one will be fun to play and easy to open up for solos.SKU: HL07010858 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Thieves in the Temple
You don’t normally associate the music of Prince with jazz ensembles. However, this outstanding arrangement draws inspiration from the funky Herbie Hancock version and provides a great vehicle for ensemble playing as well as soloing.
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Think
In the movie The Blues Brothers, Aretha Franklin steals the show with her classic performance of this soulful rocker. In this hot chart for jazz band, trombones are featured in the beginning and later the entire ensemble. The solo section is flexible, however written samples are provided for alto sax, trumpet and trombone.SKU: HL07013290 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
This Christmas (Key: Ab)
Recorded by Donny Hathaway in 1970 and covered countless times since then, this appealing and enduring pop hit features a funky, upbeat rock style. John Berry’s solid arrangement gives all sections a crack at the melody and includes a solo for alto sax. Great change of pace programming for the holidays!SKU: HL7011429 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Two Degrees East, Three Degrees West
Made famous by the Modern Jazz Quartet, this medium swinger is a great addition to the literature for young jazz players. Mark’s chart opens with a small group of 2 saxes, trumpet, trombone and guitar, but the full ensemble quickly gets in the game. The blues format makes it easy for anyone to solo, and there’s a nice full ensemble “send off” at the beginning of the solo section. This is a great example of quality writing for young players.SKU: HL7011907 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Until I Met You(Corner Pocket)
One of the classic arrangements from the Count Basie Orchestra is adapted for younger bands in this authentic-sounding version by Mark Taylor. The signature piano intro is scored for trumpets in mutes and all the familiar ensemble passages are included. There are brief solos for trumpet and tenor before the well-known shout chorus closes it out. A must for all bands.SKU: HL07010913
