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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Goodbye My Heart
A gorgeous alto sax ballad at the medium easy level, “Goodbye My Heart” will capture your heart and soul. A haunting lyrical melody, lush voicings and dynamic contrasts illustrate the sensitive writing at this grade level. This chart is a winner!SKU: AL24840 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
The sonic landscape of this tenor ballad on a classic Mingus tune is free and soulful. The solo tenor provides an introduction, followed by the lush ensemble with a suggested written tenor solo. Lead trumpet range is to written B-flat with optional parts to include flute and vibes. This superb chart belongs in every library.SKU: AL47031 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road
The unlikely treatment in a swing style sets this arrangement apart as Mark Taylor takes Elton John’s familiar hit in a completely new direction. The style alternates between a “2” feel and straight ahead swing, and there are solos for tenor and trombone in addition to solid writing for the entire ensemble. Very effective!SKU: HL7011652 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Goomba Boomba
The year 2009 saw the passing of legendary singer Yma Sumac – the exotic “Peruvian Songbird” who flourished in the 1950s, yet her music is heard in numerous movies and soundtracks even today. Here is one of her signature tunes (heard in the film Death to Smoochy) in a marvelous Michael Mossman arrangement.SKU: HL7011692 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Gorilla Man Blues
This swingin’ Basie-style shuffle starts out with a piano chorus followed by the saxes and finally a roaring brass section. Also featured are solos for tenor and trumpet and a fabulous shout chorus that starts quietly then builds to the end. Just hard-hitting swing as only Mark Taylor can deliver.SKU: HL7012980 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Gospel
Composer/arranger Carl Strommen delivers this gospel style swing chart for the easy red series. Carl starts things off with an a cappella section for the winds, then brings in the rhythm section on the second chorus to boost the energy. Written solos for 1st alto saxophone and 1st trumpet and an uplifting modulation bring it home. This great chart has easy ranges and sounds full with reduced instrumentation. (2:31)SKU: ALJEM05005 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Grace Valley Overture
This energetic overture opens strongly with the low brass presenting a melodic arpeggio motive that recurs throughout the A section of the piece. The B section provides an excellent contrast with an expressive presentation by the woodwinds leading to a sensitive chorale setting. With shifting minor and major modes, the section builds with the brass before ending in a tranquil manner. A repeat of the opening section leads to a dynamic coda, bringing the piece to an exciting conclusion.“This is well written educational material that plays at the more technical end of this grade level.”
-The InstrumentalistSKU: AL36675 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Graceful Ghost Rag
Adapted from the well-known piano composition Graceful Ghost Rag, here is William Bolcom’s own very elegant and effective version for symphonic band. Written in a moderate ragtime tempo, this work utilizes a transparent scoring style along with soloistic passages contrasted with brief soli features for various sections of the ensemble. Unique and rewarding. Dur: 4:00 (Grade 4)SKU: HL04002987 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Grand Canyon Fanfare
James Newton Howard composed this dynamic fanfare for the closing segment of the 1993 movie Grand Canyon (starring Danny Glover, Kevin Kline and Steve Martin). The film is now largely forgotten, however the music remains a vibrant and powerful statement and a very effective concert opener. Skillfully adapted by Paul Murtha with heroic brass figures, woodwind flourishes, and thundering percussion.SKU: HL04004270 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grand Canyon Suite, Themes from
It is safe to say that Grofé’s iconic work from the early 1930s remains his most recognized and programmed creation to this day. A master of instrumental color and texture, themes from four of the five program-based movements are included in this arrangement for younger players, including “Sunrise,” “On the Trail,” “Sunset,” and “Cloudburst.” Audiences are nonetheless assured to experience the freshness, the richness, and the excitement of the original score. (4:30)SKU: AL38345 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grand Galop (Circus March)
An American musical phenomenon, the circus march (or “gallop” or “screamer”) was commonly used during the circus heyday as a way to stir up enthusiasm for the various acts and excite the crowds. Grand Galop is a concert march for young players in the circus march tradition, and is guaranteed to raise the excitement level of any concert or festival. With modest technical and range demands, you are invited to play this as fast as you dare! Dur: 1:50 (or less)SKU: HL04003175 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Granite Bay Overture
Granite Bay is in the heart of the Northern California area that was so dramatically affected by the discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill in 1848. This descriptive overture musically chronicles the range of emotions encountered by those early prospectors as they set off to make their fortunes. Great fun!SKU: AL20685 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grasp the Dream
When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere performance was part of the celebration ceremony to honor all those who envisioned this project and saw it to completion. Grasp the Dream is a celebratory piece that can serve as an exciting concert opener or contest selection for your program. The character of the music is ideal for ceremonies, new beginnings, and other commemorative occasions.SKU: AL36698 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Grays Harbor March
Here’s an energetic concert or festival opener by Steve Hodges. Grays Harbor March was commissioned by the George B. Miller Junior High School in Aberdeen, Washington. This exciting march was written in two distinct styles. Set in the minor mode, the driving opening will give your trumpets a chance to show off their rhythmic skill. Then, a graceful transition leads to the flowing middle section in the relative major, only to return back to the original theme for the fantastic finish. Open your next concert by taking your audience to Grays Harbor!
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Grazing in the Grass
This instrumental hit by Hugh Masekela soared to the top of the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop groove and catchy brass riffs. In this chart for young players, Rick has beautifully captured the unique flavor of the original, and includes the transcribed solo of Hugh Masekela which can be played by a trumpet soloist or by the entire section. Different and fun!SKU: HL07013698 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Grease Wheezer
Funky, a little greasy, and a joy to play. The tempo is around 132 BPM, with written solos for alto and trombone 1, and a funky piano and bass intro. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. An optional vibes part is available, too! (5:32)SKU: AL41126 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Greasy Sack Blues
Made famous by the Woody Herman Thundering Herd, here is a marvelous adaptation for younger players by Paul Murtha. Following the opening chorus for piano, the trumpets state the main theme with answers from the trombones and a counterline in the saxes. The solo section is flexible for any player, but sample solos are provided for trumpet and alto sax. The final ensemble chorus starts softly and builds to a climactic ending – with plenty of attitude!SKU: HL7012992 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Great Beginnings
This energetic composition is the perfect opener or closer employing soaring melodies, rich harmonies, and driving rhythms. All instruments get an opportunity to play melodic material, and this piece is a great vehicle to introduce slurs and accents to your beginners. (2:00)SKU: AL48157 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Green Onions
This slow cooking shuffle tune became a trademark for Booker T. & The MG’s. Roger has done a nice job of adapting it for young players while keeping the feel of the original. Includes solos for alto or tenor and trumpet, but anyone could solo on this with the easy chord changes. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07010810 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Green Onions
Few purely instrumental tunes ever reach the level of popularity achieved by this familiar ’60s hit by Booker T. and the MG’s. Often used in TV and film, this infectious tune has a bluesy groove that’s unmistakable and still hip after all these years.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: HL7470717