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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Bésame Mucho (Kiss Me Much)
Featuring a contemporary sounding groove utilizing even 8th notes, this familiar standard is given a unique treatment in the skilled hands of Mike Tomaro. A trio of tenor sax, trombone and guitar take the lead before yielding to the entire ensemble. The overall style is laid back but with an underlying rhythmic pulse and energy, with plenty of variety in scoring and dynamics.SKU: HL7012107 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Better Get Hit in Your Soul(Young Edition)
Written in a fast 3/4, this gospel-inspired burner is as fun to play as it is to listen to. There is great interplay between sections of the band as layers of sound move in and out. Also included are hand claps and some “play any note you want” opportunities to really liven things up. The flexible solo section allows you to customize this to fit the strengths of your own band.SKU: HL7011449 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Better Get It in Your Soul
A jazz waltz that swings at 170 BPM. A great hook melody by the great Mingus that grabs you, written solos for alto and trombone 1, and trumpet 1 range is to written G top space. All the ingredients you need for a fine chart. (3:30)SKU: AL41168 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Bewitched
This familiar jazz standard certainly retains its timeless quality even today. Skillfully arranged for young players, this chart features saxes on the main melody supported by answers in the brass. Also included is a short solo for tenor sax, as well as solid scoring for the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7012890 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Bewitched
This Rodgers and Hart standard has been recorded countless times and remains a popular choice for singers and instrumentalists alike. Mark’s lush setting can also be used as a tenor sax feature and includes a brief double-time swing section.SKU: HL7500125 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Big Band Holiday
Big Band Holiday is the perfect holiday chart for the young jazz band. Arranger Carl Strommen has blended “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” “Have Yourself a Merry Christmas,” and “Frosty the Snowman” into an easy-to-rehearse and very playable chart. The chart features brief written-out solos for trombone 2 and alto sax 1 and plenty of ensemble playing throughout. The brass range is modest with lead trumpet going up to written F on the top line. A superb chart! (4:25)SKU: AL26863 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Big John’s Special
This is a great chart! Arranger David Berger is one of the masters at transcription and/or adaptation of swing era jazz charts. Big John’s Special was composed by Horace Henderson with a light airy feel but plenty of snap and energy throughout. Solos are written-out for 2nd trumpet, 3rd trumpet and 1st alto. It is a hot chart correlated to the Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Jazz For Young People™ curriculum. (3:19)SKU: AL29818 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Big Noise from Winnetka
This delightful old jazz standard is given a fresh new face by Calvin Custer. Calvin has provided younger and less experienced bands with the opportunity to perform a ‘golden age’ big band gem. The technical demands are limited, but this chart still really swings. The solid ensemble writing will give you a chance to teach balance and blend with your group. It’s another winner from Calvin Custer! (2:47)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Big Swing Face
This chart, originally done by Buddy Rich, has been scored for grade 2 while maintaining the essence of the original and more. The tempo is around 154 BPM, and the chart contains written solos for tenor and trumpet 2, as well as nice dynamics to show off your band. A fun chart that you’ll play for years to come. (4:17)SKU: AL41121 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Big Swing Face
Arranger Alan Baylock takes this classic swing chart, composed by Bill Potts, and performs the Baylock harmonic magic. Features include lots of contemporary flat 5 chords, lead trumpet to B-flat above staff, and plenty of solo space for all saxes, trumpets, and bones. Based on the blues scale, this chart has swing figures galore and an optional vibe part, too. Swing! (3:32)SKU: ALJEM05034 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Billie Jean
The song that launched Michael Jackson’s famous “moonwalk” was also one of the top selling singles for the year 1983. Featuring the signature bass line and catchy melodies, here is a great sounding chart for bands with limited rehearsal time.SKU: HL7012906 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Billie’s Bounce
Here’s an energetic big band treatment of one of jazz legend Charlie Parker’s best-known tunes. John Wasson’s wonderfully crafted medium up-tempo swing chart features an interplay between the sax and brass sections, along with solos for alto sax and trumpet. Much of ensemble writing is adapted from Bird’s famous recorded solo.SKU: HL07013536 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Bim-Bom
Composed in the mid 1950s, Bim-Bom is considered the very first bossa nova! Notably recorded by artists such as Sergio Mendes, Astrud Gilberto, and Stan Getz, Roger’s version of this familiar standard features an upbeat, yet elegant Latin groove along with the smooth melodies and rich harmonies of the original. Solo space is provided for tenor sax and trumpet.SKU: HL7012329 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Birdland
Josef Zawinul and Weather Report turned the jazz world on its ear with this iconic fusion composition from the 1977 album “Heavy Weather.” Arranged here for 6 horns and rhythm section, this version retains all the drive and uplifting energy of the original.SKU: HL7012754 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Birk’s Works
This easy swing tune is a great way to introduce the music of Dizzy Gillespie to your young players. Trumpets take the first chorus, followed by the saxes on the second. Skillful scoring for young players is evident throughout complete with some nice dynamic nuances. The short solo section can be played by a trumpet soloist or the entire section.SKU: HL07013402 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Birk’s Works
This classic minor blues by Dizzy Gillespie is arranged here in a comfortable medium swing style. A small group is featured at the top using the distinctive stylings and articulations of the original recording. Nice passages for the full ensemble are also featured, along with solo space for trumpet and tenor sax.SKU: HL7013158 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Black and Tan Fantasy
Warner Bros. Publications is proud to present this important new series, Jazz at Lincoln Center Library. Each selection was selected by the Center’s musical director, Wynton Marsalis, for Essentially Ellington: The Annual Jazz at Lincoln Center High School Jazz Band Competition. Each transcription is direct from the recordings of the immortal Duke Ellington, and they are not only authentic, they are perfect for your jazz ensemble. Features information about the original recording, rehearsal notes from Jon Faddis and Brent Wallarab, and performance suggestions from Wynton Marsalis. These classic tunes represent jazz at its finest!
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Black Cow
From the landmark album Aja recorded by Steely Dan in 1977 here is an outstanding version for big band set in a moderate funk style. The chart opens with a duet for tenor and trombone, followed by the distinctive horn riffs scored for the entire ensemble, and solos for piano and tenor sax.SKU: HL7013230 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blackbird
Perhaps one of the Beatles’ lesser known tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative and memorable. Mike Tomaro’s smooth setting uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba section to create a truly outstanding effect. The theme is stated simply in the beginning on trumpet, followed by an array of orchestrational textures and harmonies.SKU: HL7011768 -
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