Dizzy Gillespie
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
A Night in Tunisia
Written for and recorded by Mario Bauza, Michael Philip Mossman adds his own unique flare to this Dizzy Gillespie Latin jazz classic. Featured soloists include trumpet (of course), as well as trombone and alto. A great showcase for the entire ensemble!SKU: HL07011069 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Night in Tunisia (Saxophone Section Feature)
Helping to pioneer the Afro-Cuban style of the ’40s, Dizzy Gillepsie’s signature composition has been recorded by countless jazz artists over the years and has become a true jazz standard. Skillfully arranged here as a saxophone section feature with concert band, this sizzling arrangement alternates between Latin and swing styles like the original. A wonderful change of pace.SKU: HL04001299 -
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 -
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: 4
Con Alma
• Arrangements of classic tunes and jazz standards• Scored for 4 horns with flexible instrumentation, plus rhythm section• Background figures and ensemble soli sections–more than just “head charts”• Recordings include separate “rhythm section only” tracksAfro-Cuban style using even 8ths and a moderate tempo.
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Groovin’ High
One of the bebop classics that defined an era, Groovin’ High (arranged here by Rick Stitzel) is a great introduction to the music of Dizzy Gillespie for your younger players. With careful attention to ranges and tempo, this chart is very playable and features solos for trumpet and alto.SKU: HL7011672 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Groovin’ High
Written for and recorded by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note, Joe Jackson director, John Wasson has created a stunning and unique setting of this long-standing jazz classic. The chart is filled with twists and turns, blazing ensemble passages and also features solo space for two alto saxes (optional alto sax and trumpet). For the mature band, here is a real showstopper.SKU: HL7011698 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Manteca
One of the earliest examples of the fusion of Afro-Cuban elements into jazz, Dizzy Gillespie’s classic composition is updated here for the Little Big Band format from Mike Tomaro’s popular big band chart. Mike added some new material just for fun.SKU: HL07013410 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Manteca
One of the classic examples of the Afro-Cuban style in jazz, “Manteca” endures as a true standard. Available here in a version playable by young bands, Michael Sweeney carefully simplifies the complexities of the tune while still maintaining the rhythmic drive and energetic style of the original. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL7011425 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Tour de Force
Composed by jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, and arranged here by Latin master Michael Mossman, this appealing chart features a comfortable cha-cha groove, a distinctive harmonic progression, and a tuneful melody suitable for young players. Every section has an interesting and important role to play, and solos (written or ad lib) are featured for trumpet and tenor sax.SKU: HL07013658 -
