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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Work in Progress
If you want to play original Gordon Goodwin charts but find them too challenging, you have to try this chart! Lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff with an open solo section and written-out solos provided for E-flat, B-flat instruments and trombone. It’s the Gordon Goodwin Big Phat Band sound—but accessible for your band.SKU: AL36050 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Work Song
Recorded by the Adderley brothers, Nat and “Cannonball,” Nat’s composition is ideal for the young player. This swing chart is catchy, easy to play, and mature sounding. Written-out solos are provided for alto 1 and trumpet 1, plus there is a great interlude and shout chorus. Trumpet 1 top note is written F-sharp, top line.SKU: AL38661 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Work Song
Written in a medium-tempo, swing style, the saxes take the lead in the beginning answered by screaming brass figures. Soprano sax and a solo trombone engage in an ongoing bluesy dialogue interspersed with swingin’ passages for the entire band. All masterfully arranged by Sy Johnson.Recorded live by the Mingus Big BandSKU: HL7011710 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Work Song
One of the signature tunes of the Cannonball Adderley Quintet, composed by Nat Adderley, this well-known jazz standard remains as popular today as when it first came out in 1960. Arranged here in a solid even eighth note feel, this is an appealing choice for any concert.SKU: HL07013578 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Ya Gotta Try . . . Harder
This is the definitive swing chart composed and arranged by the legendary Sammy Nestico. Straight from the Quincy Jones/Sammy Nestico Orchestra CD, this chart starts off swinging and then swings even more. Packed with classic Nestico swing figures and soaring ensemble. Written for the experienced jazz ensemble, the tempo is definitely brisk and there is plenty of solo space provided for drums, piano, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. Festival and concert material destined for critical acclaim, this chart is absolutely outstanding—a must-have arrangement for every experienced band.SKU: ALJEM01022 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Yardbird Suite
Jazz Ensemble Library – Grade 4Although bebop master Charlie Parker is known for his blazing improvisations and advanced melodies, this is one of his most approachable and melodic compositions. Lending itself perfectly to a big band setting, and in the hands of Mark Taylor, this swingin’ tune becomes an impressive-sounding chart for jazz ensemble.SKU: HL07011009 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Yardbird Suite
Arranged for six horns, this accessible chart on Charlie Parker’s swing classic features a trio of alto, trumpet and guitar to start things off, followed later by great-sounding scoring for the entire group. Includes solos for trumpet and alto sax.SKU: HL7012299 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Ye Jazzy Gentlemen
A clever adaptation of the familiar holiday tune, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” With an easy swing feel at MM=120, trumpet 1 range to written E top space, no solos, a smooth modulation, and all the usual optional parts plus vibraphone. An accessible and well-written holiday arrangement.SKU: AL40342 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Yesterday
One of the all-time great songs from the Beatles, “Yesterday” truly has become a modern day standard! This well-scored arrangement for young jazz ensembles features a brief tenor solo, beautiful counterlines, and an overall rich sound that will be impressive in concert or as a change of pace for festival. 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: HL7011806 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Yesterdays
Using a relaxed “bolero” style, Michael Mossman’s inventive and sophisticated setting of this familiar standard is a refreshing addition to any program. You’ll find cascading ensemble figures, interweaving sax fills, and solos for alto and trumpet in this skillfully written arrangement.SKU: HL7012193 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Yesterdays
Although written in the 1930s, this tuneful standard remains a popular choice and has been recorded by countless artists through the years. Here is an appealing version for young players in a moderate swing style that features rich ensemble sonorities and limited technical demands.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: HL7011993 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5.5
Yo Tannenbaum!
Holiday jazz by Gordon Goodwin. This adaptation of “Oh Tannenbaum” is quite an adventure, offering a chorale, some Basie style, and fast and furious Goodwin bebop. Solo space for alto and tenor sax, trumpet and trombone. Optional flute for 2nd alto sax. Lead alto has either a standard alto part or an optional part for alto with a soprano double. A very exciting chart as performed by the Big Phat Band. (5:29)SKU: AL24864 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Are the Music in Me (from High School Musical 2)
The phenomenon that is Disney’s High School Musical has reached a new level of popularity with the release of the second movie. Here is the moving rock ballad in a powerful and carefully scored version for young players. 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: HL7011500 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Are the Sunshine of My Life
This is one of Stevie Wonder’s signature hits from the 1970s, and here is a masterfully arranged easy version in a light bossa style. Trombones grab the spotlight in the beginning and again at the end; in between the saxes and trumpets take turns with the melodyl There are short solos for trumpet and alto sax.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: HL7012563 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
You Are the Sunshine of My Life (Key: C)(Vocal Solo or Tenor Sax Feature)
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5You Are the Sunshine of My Life (Key: C)(Vocal Solo or Tenor Sax Feature)
From the album Talking Book, this ever-popular Stevie Wonder hit won a Grammy award for him in 1973. Beautifully arranged here for vocal solo (or tenor sax) with a few contemporary wrinkles, this is a great addition to any program.SKU: HL7012017 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
You Belong with Me
From country superstar Taylor Swift, here is her upbeat number one hit in an effective version for jazz ensemble. With saxes on the verse and the brass solidly stating the chorus, this one is sure to be a hit will all audiences. No solos are required.SKU: HL7011754 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
You Can Call Me Al
“You Can Call Me Al” was the lead single from Paul Simon’s acclaimed album, Graceland, recorded in 1986. The music was inspired by Simon’s trip to South Africa, and this song went on to become one of his biggest hits. Michele’s upbeat version gives it a great-sounding groove and skillful interplay between all sections of the band.SKU: HL07013998 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Can’t Stop the Beat (from Hairspray)
From the hit musical Hairspray, here is the showstopping production number in a dynamic arrangement from John Berry. Featuring a fast-paced rock groove and hard hitting brass figures, this is sure to sound impressive even with younger bands.SKU: HL7012894 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
You Do Something to Me
This swingin’ vocal chart with jazz ensemble is written in two keys. The high key (male) is E-flat with the range from middle C to top line F treble clef. The low key (female) is B-flat with the range from F below middle C to third space C. The parts are reversible – just flip the page for the key that suits your vocalist. A tenor sax solo is included also. Composed by Cole Porter and arranged by Dave Wolpe, this chart assures a great concert.
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Made Me Love You (I Didn’t Want to Do It)
This tremendously popular song was recorded early on by Al Jolson in 1913 and was later a hit for Judy Garland in 1937. Mark’s smooth chart is set in a medium Basie swing style with lots of tutti ensemble playing. Great for teaching swing style, this easy chart also includes solos for trumpet and tenor sax.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: HL7012289 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
You Made Me Love You (I Didn’t Want to Do It)
Here is a musical salute to one of the greatest trumpeters of all time, Harry James. Jeff Hest transcribed and reconstructed this chestnut to showcase your trumpeter just as Harry James recorded it. What a wonderful change of pace for any concert—a showstopper with tremendous audience appeal, with stylistic flair, and a beautiful melody that will show off the band and the soloist. This trumpet solo is part of big band history—Harry James put this song on the map. Clarinet doubles.SKU: ALJEM01034
