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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Horn of Puente
Originally composed by Gordon Goodwin for his Big Phat Band, this one is scored for the easy level by Mike Story. This Latin cha-cha is very accessible, with a written trumpet 1 solo, a montuno piano part that’s cued in the saxes, an optional auxiliary percussion part, and a vibes part. Mike even included additional percussion parts for some winds to further enhance the Latin groove. You’ll love it!SKU: AL40338 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5.5
Horn of Puente
A cha cha you won’t forget! Trumpet is featured in this fabulous chart by today’s hottest contemporary writer, Gordon Goodwin. The trumpet soloist has plenty of space to solo – both improvised and written and there are hot unison lines throughout this high-energy composition to keep everyone thinking. The piano has an authentic Latin ostinato, 1st alto sax has a soprano and flute doubles (optional alto sax part included), and a percussion part is provided. Dedicated to the legendary Latin percussionist Tito Puente. Ideal for festival and concert – this chart is outstanding! As recorded by Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band on the new CD Off the Beaten Path.SKU: ALJEM03014 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Hot Chocolate (from The Polar Express)
Here is an up-tempo and entertaining swing chart from the hit movie “The Polar Express.” Including crisp ensemble writing with a sprinkling of band vocals, this is a great addition to a holiday concert, or for any time of the year!SKU: HL07011141 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Hot Chocolate (from The Polar Express)
From the movie The Polar Express, “Hot Chocolate” is hot stuff. Based on the original recording, this one has been adapted for the young player by arranger Mike Lewis. No solos, modest ranges and a driving bass line make it move along. Mike offers two endings to make this chart effective all year round: one with the hip “Jingle Bells” quote and one without. This is a fun swinger loaded with energy. Check it out! (2:30)SKU: ALJEM05013 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Hot House
Be-bop for big band! Jack Cooper masterfully arranged Tadd Dameron’s composition “Hot House” for the Jazz Band Series. Based on the chord changes to “What Is This Thing Called Love,” “Hot House” has been played and recorded by all the jazz masters. Jack Cooper keeps your sax section working by stating the melody with a section soli. The improvised solo space (written solos provided) is for alto, tenor, and trumpet. Mix in the reasonable brass ranges and you’ve got yourself a fine chart on a jazz classic. Perfect for festivals or concerts.SKU: ALJEM01020 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Hot House
Here is a hot chart by Eric Richards. A swing-funk groove on a great bebop jazz tune loaded with energy. Features: the lead is played by alto, tenor and trumpet with some tricky lines, lead trumpet range is up to written high D (optional F-sharp), a nice soli for saxes, lead sax is soprano sax with an optional alto part included. Whew, it is a “Hot House.” (4:08)SKU: AL29803 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Hot Tamales
Your percussionists will hunger for you to rehearse this one. A variety of multicultural percussion sounds is the foundation for this charmer. Although it’s easy enough to be performed by non-percussionists, the arrangement will serve to reinforce solid pulse with your percussion section. The two varied styles provide a delightful contrast – a surefire crowd pleaser. Olé! (2:22)SKU: ALBDM03014 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
How About You?
This swingin’ standard is arranged by the great Dave Wolpe in two keys—your choice of F (high) or C (low) depending on the vocalist’s range. Includes two scores—the different key versions are on reverse sides of the parts; just flip the page. Vocal range in two keys: Female (low) key range is A below middle C to second space A. Male (high) key range is D below the staff to fourth line D, treble clef. (2:09)SKU: AL30657 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
How Does a Moment Last Forever (from Beauty and the Beast)
Written especially for the award-winning 2017 film Beauty and the Beast and recorded by Celine Dion, this beautiful ballad captures the mood and style of the original soundtrack while being a standout on its own. Nicely adapted here for the concert stage.SKU: HL04005175 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
How High the Moon
Using a wide variety of scoring styles, this great-sounding arrangement takes full advantage of the six-horn format. There is solo space for tenor and trumpet along with nicely scored full ensemble passages. A terrific rendition of this classic tune. (Grade 4)SKU: HL7011750 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
How High the Moon
This great jazz classic features the trombone section. With solo space (ad lib or written) for Trombones 1, 2 , and 3, this is an outstanding showcase for your entire bone section to come out front and do their tromboning thing. Another outstanding chart from the arranging genius of Dave Wolpe! (2:56)SKU: ALJEM02013 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
How High the Moon
A jazz masterpiece arranged for vocal solo and jazz ensemble. This chart is written in two keys to provide maximum flexibility for the vocalist and the band. This straight-ahead swinger also has brief solos for 1st trombone and 2nd trumpet. The low key (female) is C with a range from F below middle C to third line B. The high key (male) is pitched in F with a range from B-flat below middle C to fourth space E. The low-key version also has an optional shout chorus with the ensemble. Dave Wolpe arranged this one, and that is your guarantee of an excellent chart. (2:53)SKU: ALJEVM04001 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
How Long Has This Been Going On
A vocal solo with jazz ensemble, this arrangement of the gorgeous ballad by Gershwin® tells a story. Arranged by Dave Wolpe, the chart is in the key of C with the vocal range from G below middle C to third line B. Along with a tenor saxophone solo, Dave writes a very clever modulation in this chart. A superb vocal ballad.SKU: ALJEVM03001 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
How My Heart Sings
This sophisticated and enduring jazz standard was composed by Earl Zindars, and most notably recorded by pianist Bill Evans. Mike Tomaro’s well-crafted chart for big band retains the medium swing style of the original, including the meter alternating from 4/4 to 3/4. A true classic!SKU: HL07013854 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
How Sweet It Is
A medium groove swing tune that fits like an old shoe—so comfortable and everything works just right. Composed and arranged by the legendary Sammy Nestico for the late Harry “Sweets” Edison, this chart screams Count Basie. And speaking of swinging, there is a glorious ensemble section that brings it all together so sweetly! Sammy includes solo space for trumpet, piano, second alto sax, tenor sax, and trombone. This chart is not technically difficult, but dynamics and cohesive ensemble playing are a must. A wonderful chart that belongs in every jazz library!
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 6
Howdiz Songo?
A phenomenal Latin songo groove! The chart has auxiliary percussion, soprano lead with optional alto 1 part, and a hip piano montuno. Lead trumpet range is to written double A. Solo space for all saxes, trumpet, and trombone. As recorded by Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band on the CD That’s How We Roll on Telarc International.SKU: AL36068 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Hsien
In popular Chinese religion Hsien (shyuhn) are believed to be benevolent spirits that roam the earth spreading goodwill and peace. This piece depicts a kindly invisible force roaming the earth seeking to do good and promote acts of kindness for those in need, portraying the essence of Hsien. (3:30)SKU: AL44184 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Huckleberry Hedgehog
“Huckleberry Hedgehog” portrays the happy, but somewhat quirky, exploits of a spiny little mammal, offering beginning band students the chance to play fun, expressive music by combining a limited number of pitches typically presented in the first year of instruction with a variety of interesting articulation and dynamic markings. Everyone, including low brass and low woodwinds (always well-doubled), gets the opportunity to play important thematic material in special moments throughout the piece.SKU: AL37802 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Hues of Blue
Treat your ensemble and audience to sophisticated-sounding, yet quite playable blues for young band. Jazz-voiced chords and a cool bluesy groove give this piece a very appealing sound. Add in some soloists trading fours and a shout chorus, and this might be the tune that brings the house down! (2:30) Correlates to Book 2, level 2.SKU: AL44153 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Hullabaloo
Hullabaloo is a contemporary New Orleans groove chart that mesmerizes! Composer/arranger Alan Baylock delivers a very exciting arrangement with melody lines that are played by alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone with solo space for each. Lead trumpet range goes up to written D above the staff. This chart is funky, exciting, fun to play and will captivate the audience.SKU: AL26887 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Human Nature
Recorded by Michael Jackson on Thriller, this distinctive laid-back hit has been recorded by artists ranging from Boyz II Men to David Benoit to Miles Davis. Mike Tomaro’s stylized version combines a smooth rock feel with tenor and trombone featured on the melody and for solos. The ensemble counterlines and background figures are beautifully constructed. More than just a “pop” tune, this chart will command attention on any program.SKU: HL7011722 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Humanism
Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features an appealing contemporary jazz/rock flare. Saxes take the lead in the beginning supported by funky riffs from the entire ensemble. Solos are available for any combination of alto sax, trumpet, or trombone.SKU: HL7012698