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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blue Moon
Take a nice standard, add a Mike Carubia arrangement, and it turns to magic! This one features a vocal quartet (SATB or SSAA) with big band and has all of those big sounds everyone likes. Nice voice leadings and a bossa interlude for a change of pace. Great for programming! (3:02)
SKU: ALJEV9503 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Blue Ridge Rhapsody
In A-B-A form, this piece consists of two major themes, both of which are stated in the 16-measure introductory section. Although the composition is in large part romantic in style, it offers young performers an opportunity to experience the spritely 6/8 of the Allegro moderato as well as the romantic legato of the Andante cantabile section. (Grade 2)
SKU: AL1899 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Blue Rondo a la Turk
You are not going to believe this arrangement! Calvin Custer has masterfully interpreted Dave Brubeck’s classic jazz piece, creating a marvelous version for your jazz band that is really not that difficult. Effortlessly moving from 9/8 to 4/4 swing, this great chart features trumpet and alto sax solos in the middle section, followed by a full band shout leading back to the head. This is simply one of the best arrangements we have ever heard! (3:21)
SKU: ALJE9816 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Blue Rondo a la Turk
A show-stopping tour de force! Dave Brubeck’s fabulous tune from his classic quartet album Time Out. Arranger Kris Berg worked hard on this chart to capture the essence of Brubeck. The meter changes from 9/8 to 12/8 Afro-Cuban groove with the Brubeck rhythm patterns. Solo space for alto 1, trumpet 2 and drums. Lead trumpet goes up to high C. This is an exceptional chart for concert or festival! (5:03)SKU: ALJEM05038 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blue Skies
One of Irving Berlin’s most performed melodies, “Blue Skies” is arranged here in a medium swing style to sound great with inexperienced players. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07010878 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blue Skies
Here is a creative and unique version of this familiar standard that alternates between samba and swing styles. Featuring intricate and effective 6-horn scoring along with solos for tenor sax and/or guitar, this is a terrific full-blown production for little big band. (Grade 4)SKU: HL7011871 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Blue Tango
At the height of his career in the mid-1930s, Leroy Anderson began arranging for Arthur Fiedler’s Boston Pops Orchestra. Later, Fiedler encouraged him to write his own tunes for the Pops. His compositions, more than 50 in number, virtually define the sound of the contemporary American pops orchestra.Blue Tango was a #1 hit in 1951, juxtaposing the charismatic melody over a traditional tango pulse. The work captured the spirit of an era. This new edition was originally arranged by the composer for concert band and has been freshly re-engraved with a full score for the first time, permitting a uniformity of articulation throughout the work.
SKU: AL82361 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Blue Train (Blue Trane)
Composed and recorded by jazz legend John Coltrane, this medium tempo blues tune features an easy-to-play melody and solid tutti-style rhythms for the ensemble. In addition, the blues changes and moderate tempo make it a comfortable setting for developing soloists.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL07470735 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blues Brothers Revue
This rousing production number features some of the best-known tunes made famous by the Blues Brothers. A great way to provide something a little different and entertaining at your next jazz concert, this medley includes: Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Soul Man, Soul Finger and I Can’t Turn You Loose.SKU: HL07011197 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Blues by Five
Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin’ with the Miles Davis Quintet, this jazz standard composed by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for beginning jazzers. With a moderate tempo, riff-based melody, and non-threatening soloing on the blues progression, this is the perfect introduction to the music of Miles Davis for your studentsEnjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012479 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Blues for You
There’s no better jazz form for aspiring soloists than the blues! Here’s a great-sounding original from the pen of Mark Taylor written in a medium tempo with as nice swing feel. Saxes take the lead to start out followed by answers in the brass, and a brief ensemble shout at the end. The solo section is open for encouraging even shy students to give it a try.SKU: HL07013906 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues Idol
Jazzers deserve their chance to be in the spotlight like anyone else, and here’s a perfect vehicle for your aspiring young stars. This bluesy swing chart features the saxes on the melody with commentary from the brass section. The blues progression makes soloing easy for anyone who gets the urge, and the tutti shout chorus closes this appealing number out in style. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012347 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Blues in Hoss’ Flat (Blues in Frankie’s Flat)
Here’s a great way to introduce the music of Count Basie to your younger players. Carefully scored for beginning groups, this medium swing chart trades the melody between the trumpets and saxes, includes a solo or soli for trumpet, and a brief shout chorus using tutti rhythms for the entire band.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012243 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues in Hoss’ Flat (Blues in Frankie’s Flat)
Grade 2There is no better style for young players to emulate than that of the Count Basie Orchestra. This famous swing tune is nicely arranged here by Mark Taylor in a very playable version that still sounds authentic. Includes access to online audio of a full performance recording. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07010888 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blues in the Closet
Here is a swingin’ blues from Oscar Pettiford that has been a favorite with jazzers for years. Along with superbly scored ensemble sections, Mark Taylor’s chart also features solos for tenor and trombone. You’ll have fun with this one!SKU: HL07011229 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues in the Night
Down and dirty’ best describes this solid Calvin Custer arrangement of a great old standard. The popularity of this tune has not dimmed over the years, and with Calvin’s impeccable voicings, the chart sounds harder than it actually plays. Remember also that all the titles in this series are playable with reduced instrumentation. This is a great opportunity for your students to share some historical jazz music! (4:04)
SKU: ALJE9818 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues in the Night
This is the perfect blues shuffle honky-tonk chart. Brilliant composer/arranger Lisa DeSpain has done an outstanding job with this great tune. Your young players will learn the blues shuffle style quickly and the band will dig this fun-to-play chart. Written or ad-lib solos are for trumpet 1 and 3, alto 1, tenors 1 and 2, and trombone 1. The rhythm parts groove throughout, and the ranges are modest. (4:27)SKU: ALJEM04016 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues Mode
This medium swing chart from a very creative writer approaches the blues with a 24-bar blues form that really makes it easy to hear and feel the blues chord progression. Features include written solos for tenor sax and trombone, backgrounds behind the soloists, a clever interlude section, and the lead trumpet part range to written F top line. A traditional yet hip-sounding swing chart!SKU: AL33344 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Blunderbuss Battles
This piece is a musical depiction of the ship-to-ship (and often close range) combat between pirates and the Royal Navy during the days of exploration and the shipping trade. So, shiver me timbers and load the Blunderbuss . . . a rich musical reward awaits all who dare embark on this high seas adventure! AAARRH! (3:00)SKU: AL38306 -
