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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Since I Fell for You
This sultry, bluesy ballad gets the Dave Wolpe treatment. Dave has written a chart that features your best alto sax player. This version of an ever-popular tune is smooth from start to finish. Great chord changes! (duration 4:22)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Sing, Sing, Sing
All the key ingredients you would expect in this timeless swing tune while staying accessible to rehearse and play. Features include the iconic drum pattern as it recurs throughout, easy brass ranges with trumpet 1 to written E top space, a written drum solo, and a big shout chorus at the modulation to bring it all home. Great tune—an essential chart to your jazz ensemble library.SKU: AL36020 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Sing, Sing, Sing
A few twists and turns added to the original Goodman swing version make this chart a definite crowd (and band) pleaser. The chart features a clarinet part and an alternate alto 1 part in lieu of clarinet. Solo changes provided for all sax parts (clarinet) and lead trumpet range is to high F-sharp.SKU: AL38708 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Singin’ in the Rain
Here’s a super swing chart for the younger player from arranger John Denton. From the MGM movie of the same name, this melody is well known to all ages. John has included a tenor solo with written solo provided and carefully kept the brass ranges and tempo quite reasonable keeping this chart accessible to this level. You’ll really like the simple but clever harmonic twist and modulation that John included, and the swing figures are all logical and easy to teach. Singing in the Rain will make you happy again!SKU: ALJEM01030 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Sir Duke
In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in his prime and “Sir Duke” was on top of the charts. Michael Mossman takes this familiar hit and adds his own unique touch. The middle section goes into a double time swing and includes a solo for tenor sax, a soli for the saxes, and also a drum break. All the familiar lines from the original are still there too.SKU: HL7011893 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Six P.M.
The laid-back style of David Benoit is apparent in this Jobim-esque composition from his 2006 CD “Full Circle.” Mark’s version features smooth harmonies and flowing lines in an excellent adaptation for jazz ensemble that is suitable either for festivals or casual concerts. (Boosey & Hawkes)SKU: HL48019475 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Skyfall
Perfectly capturing the mood and style of earlier “Bond” themes, Adele has worked her magic with the hit Skyfall. John Berry’s easy version features a brief alto solo, then solid scoring for the entire ensemble with the melody traded between the saxes and trumpets. Sure to be an audience favorite.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: HL7012093 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Skyfall (Key: Cmi)(Vocal Solo or Tenor Sax Feature)
From the latest James Bond blockbuster motion picture Skyfall, pop superstar Adele hit the airwaves and charts with this powerful theme song that blends a soulful rock style with a hint of the signature Bond spy music. Here’s a terrific setting for jazz ensemble that features either a tenor sax or vocal soloist.SKU: HL7012043 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Skylark
A marvelous tune by Hoagy Carmichael arranged by one the best in the business, Dave Wolpe. Treated as a ballad, this chart features your tenor sax player throughout with plenty of solo space. There is wonderful ensemble writing top to bottom and a beautiful ensemble chorus with some double time figures. Lead trumpet goes to written high C. Every note of every part fits together perfectly—Excellent! (4:07)SKU: ALJEM04018 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Skyliner
After a brief “vacation” from writing, and at 94 years of age, Sammy Nestico is back! As a tribute to Charlie Barnet’s signature tune, here is a stunning flag-waver from the master himself. Sammy joined the Charlie Barnet band on trombone in 1946, and he specifically chose this tune to “give it a new suit of clothes.” No solos are required, but this powerhouse features a workout for every section in the band. (1st alto sax doubles on soprano sax)SKU: HL07013234 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Skyliner
At the peak of the big band era, saxophonist, composer and bandleader Charlie Barnet recorded his famous version of Cherokee followed shortly by this second big hit. Treated here in a samba style, Skyliner features the saxes playing the smooth melody accompanied by a unison brass counterline. There is solo space for tenor sax and trumpet, followed by a sax soli and shout chorus for the full ensemble.SKU: HL7012297 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Sleigh Ride
The classic holiday tune scored for young band accessibility. “Sleigh Ride” arranged by Mike Story includes written melodic solos for alto and tenor sax, easy brass ranges, simple rhythms, and all the optional parts to include flute, clarinet, and vibraphone. Ride on! (2:13)SKU: AL45063 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Sleigh Ride
Here is a great jazz ensemble arrangement for your more experienced band. Leroy Anderson’s clever holiday tune joined with Mike Lewis’s creative treatment makes this a must-have in your library. Mike has used a rhythm section pedal note pattern behind the melody, giving this classic a brand new life. This chart moves along at a bright swing tempo, yet the brass demands are very reasonable with first trumpet to D and lead trombone up to A. A big shout chorus and no jazz solos—just ensemble and section work galore—keep your band thinking, playing and swinging together throughout this exciting chart. First-class writing!SKU: ALJEM00022 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2.5
Slim Chickens
This chart is very accessible for young players with lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff. It includes written-out suggested solos for tenor 1 and trombone 1 with background figures to support the soloists. It’s a toe-tapper played at around 148 BPM with some nice bari sax parts, a sax soli, and full-sounding ensemble sections.SKU: AL47512 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Slow Hot Wind (Lujon)
Originally an instrumental composition by Henry Mancini, this engaging tune has been used in various film scores, and later recorded by recording artists such as Sarah Vaughan and Sergio Mendes. Here’s a smooth version for young players that features the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7012772 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Smack Dab in the Middle
This bluesy chart swings hard from the opening strains all the way to the final chorus. Rick’s creative take is built on a medium swing foundation, and the blues changes make this comfortable and fun for beginning soloists. 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: HL7011626 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Smackwater Jack
Included on Carole King’s landmark album Tapestry from 1971, this churnin’ tune features a sultry shuffle groove at a moderate tempo. Solid scoring for the entire ensemble along with spicy riffs help make this one particularly fun.SKU: HL07013310 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Smiles and Smiles to Go
An easy-going chart, with a relaxed straight-eighth groove at about 116 BPM, “Smiles and Smiles to Go” features an alto solo with a suggested written solo, trumpet 1 range up to G on top of the staff, and a unison interlude section. Includes all of the usual optional parts plus flute, clarinet, and vibes. (3:37)SKU: AL43731 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
Arranged for Jon Faddis and the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band, Michael Mossman gives this longtime favorite an outstanding treatment in a moderately slow swing style. Using imaginative rhythmic and harmonic twists, some truly stunning full ensemble scoring, and also some hidden surprises, this arranging gem deserves a prominent spot on a festival or concert program.SKU: HL7011415 -
