Charlie Parker
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Anthropology
In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor, this uptempo bebop classic becomes a showstopper! Listen for the masterful “Bird” sax soli as well as tight ensemble sounds, all at a brisk pace. If your band is ready for something they can sink their teeth into, this may be the perfect chart.SKU: HL7011411 -
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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
Jazz Combo Pak #38 (Charlie Parker)(My Little Suede Shoes / Now’s The Time / Ornithology / Scrapple From The Apple)
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3Jazz Combo Pak #38 (Charlie Parker)(My Little Suede Shoes / Now’s The Time / Ornithology / Scrapple From The Apple)
The Hal Leonard Jazz Combo Paks are a versatile and inexpensive way to put four fantastic charts in front of your high school or college combo. The flexible instrumentation provides many options for covering the parts; the arrangements are absolutely top notch; and at $45.00 for four standards you will never find a better value.Instrumentation:- Line 1 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Vibes- Line 2 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Bari Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Trombone- Line 3: Bari Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, TrombonePak #38 includes: My Little Suede Shoes, Now’s the Time, Ornithology, Scrapple from the Apple
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
My Little Suede Shoes
This appealing and lighthearted tune by Charlie Parker is treated here in a medium-tempo samba style. A small group comprised of alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone and guitar takes the lead for the first chorus. After a solo section for alto sax and trumpet, the entire ensemble jumps in for a chorus while trading phrases with the drums. A very effective and unique offering for young bands.SKU: HL7012295 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
My Little Suede Shoes
Mark uses a light samba feel to craft a marvelous setting of this Charlier Parker standard for the little big band format. Perfectly scored tutti ensemble figures are contrasted with feature spots for a duet of alto sax and trumpet. Easy flowing rhythms and modest ranges make this one easy to learn.The Little Big Band Series features arrangements that are: Scored for 6 horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, trombone) plus rhythm section; Include additional optional parts for alto, tenor and trombone; Perfect for smaller programs, or additional ensemble opportunities.SKU: HL07013604 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Now’s the Time
From bebop innovator Charlie Parker. Now’s the Time is one of his more accessible and popular tunes. With limited ranges and easy rhythms, this enjoyable arrangement allows you to teach a bit of jazz history in addition to the band sounding great.SKU: HL7012768 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Now’s the Time
This swing classic from bebop legend Charlie Parker belongs in every jazz library. The easy melody and blues changes make this a perfect fit for younger players. Mark’s classy chart spreads the melody around starting with a front line of three saxes, trumpet and trombone, followed by feature spots for the sax section, and finally a marvelous tutti for the entire ensemble. This chart’s got it all!SKU: HL07013656 -
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