Jazz Ensemble
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
When the Saints Go Marching In
New in the Jazz Expressions™ Series, When the Saints Go Marching In is well-known as a jazz classic. The focus in this chart is on melodic improvisation and the second-line New Orleans style at the medium-easy level. This arrangement begins with a slow funeral-like march then breaks into a spirited swing. Mike Lewis has crafted this chart to include the following: modest ranges, easy rhythms, plenty of section and ensemble work, a solo section for all wind players, optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn, baritone horn, and tuba. And check this out: STRING PARTS include violin (2), viola, and cello. The jazz band can include everyone!SKU: ALJEM03037 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Whirly Bird
You may have heard Basie’s band play this great swinger, but this version is very accessible for young players at around 166 BPM. Features include a written-out alto solo, a great sax soli, and well-notated rhythm section parts. Includes a vibes part, too! (2:59)SKU: AL41117 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Who Are You
One of the classic hits from The Who, this hard-driving rocker has stood the test of time, and is often found today used in film and TV. Here’s a creative version for big band that uses a mix of styles from fast rock in the beginning, to a brief swing section in the middle, then back to rock style to finish up. The chart features intense energy throughout, and solos are included for guitar and drums.SKU: HL7011891 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Who Walks in When I Walk Out? (Key: D minor)
Famously recorded by Ella Fitzgerald with Louis Armstrong, here’s a medium swinger from the early days of jazz that makes a perfect showcase for a charismatic vocal soloist (optional duet for female and male). Everyone will have fun with this nostalgic romp! (Can also be performed using a duet of trumpet and tenor sax.)SKU: HL7012686 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Who Will Buy?
One of the signature songs from the musical Oliver, this tune offers a wealth of opportunities for melodic and harmonic development. Adapted here as a samba, Mark Taylor’s powerful arrangement opens with a duet for trumpet and alto, followed by features spots for saxes and solos for alto and trumpet. The nicely crafted full ensemble tutti starts soft and builds dramatically all the way to the end.SKU: HL07013546 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Whodunnit?
Another Gordon Goodwin work of art. Commissioned by New Trier High School, Jim Warrick, director, this is sort of a bluesy-swing chart with a huge shout chorus. Optional vibe/xylophone/percussion part and an optional flute part on 2nd alto part. Demands a strong sax section and has a powerful shout chorus. As performed by Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band. Wonderful chart! (excerpt 2:06)SKU: ALJEM05026 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 6
Why We Can’t Have Nice Things
As recorded by the Big Phat Band, you’ve got your basic flag-waving, barn-burning, straight-ahead swing chart here—and believe it or not, it’s not all that hard to play! Sure, it’s a challenge, but it’s doable with a strong band. Solo space included for all saxes, trumpet 3, and trombone 1. Can you handle it? (2:06)SKU: AL41142 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 6
Why We Can’t Have Nice Things
Gordon Goodwin’s “Why We Can’t Have Nice Things” is your basic flag-waving, barn-burning, straight-ahead swing chart for an eight-piece band: tenor, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass, drums, and auxiliary percussion. Sure it’s a challenge, but it’s very doable with experienced players. Solo space for sax, trumpet, and trombone as recorded by the Little Big Phat Band on the CD An Elusive Man. Can you handle it . . .? (6:18)SKU: AL46172 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Wichita Lineman(Solo Trombone Feature)
Although originally a pop hit in the late ’60s, this familiar ballad lends itself nicely for jazz ensemble (treated here as a jazz waltz). Scored to feature a solo trombone, alternate solo parts are provided for Bb and Eb instruments for added flexibility. This terrific setting features a driving style with solid hits for the full ensemble, as well as feature spots for the brass section and also saxes.SKU: HL07013538 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Willow Weep for Me
A superb alto sax feature, this is a classic 12/8 bluesy treatment of the great standard. Everything is written out for the alto player, with optional chord changes. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. Give a listen to this soulful chart and decide for yourself.SKU: AL33349 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Willow Weep for Me
This great jazz classic was made for Dave Wolpe’s pen. The lush harmonies, the beautiful melody and the aura of this famous song have haunted jazz musicians for years. Now, it’s available in a Wolpe arrangement you won’t soon forget!
SKU: AL2888WB2X
