Mark Taylor
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
A Foggy Day (In London Town)
If you are looking for a great-sounding medium swing tune that features tutti ensemble rhythms, this is the perfect chart for you! Even though there are short solos for trumpet and tenor, the primary focus is on the full ensemble. 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: HL7012533 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
A Little Night Music
It’s not very often that you see the name Mozart appears on a jazz chart! Mark Taylor cranks up the creative juices as he features a light samba groove on a familiar classical theme. Slipping into a swing style on occasion, this attractive setting features nicely scored ensemble passages, solos for tenor and drums, and a unison chorus for the full ensemble.SKU: HL7011561 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Song for You (Tenor Sax Feature)
Composed in 1970, A Song For You has over the years become one of Leon Russell’s most popular songs; recorded by countless artists including Peggy Lee, Michael Bublé, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and many others. Here is a standout version for jazz ensemble arranged as a solo feature for tenor sax.SKU: HL7012984 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
A Waltz for Patrice(Duet Feature for Trumpet and Tenor Sax)
Here’s a bright and appealing jazz waltz that features a duet of flugel and tenor sax along with an easy flowing feel and style. Punctuated with sophisticated and well-scored ensemble feature spots, this is a terrific change of pace number for mature groups.SKU: HL7012071 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
After You’ve Gone
Jazz Ensemble Library – Grade 4Arranged here in a Basie-style slow swing setting, this well-crafted chart starts out as a study in ensemble writing with the brass in buckets and the drums on brushes. Later there is a solo for trumpet followed by a shout chorus where the full band really lets loose. Quality writing for contests and festivals!SKU: HL07010708 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Afternoon in Paris
John Lewis (composer, pianist, and founder of the acclaimed Modern Jazz Quartet) penned Afternoon in Paris in the ’50s and it has remained a jazz standard ever since. This nicely crafted version for younger bands opens with a small group on the head and drums on brushes. Solos for trumpet and tenor follow, along with full ensemble statements.SKU: HL7011738 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
All the Things You Are
If you’re looking for a flagwaver that’ll set the audience on the edge of their seats, look no further! Mark Taylor pulls out all the stops with a chart that’s full of great counterpoint, powerful ensemble work, and independent combo settings within the full ensemble context. Includes solos for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL34301010 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Another Great Day
Written in a simmering medium tempo, this distinctive funk chart opens with the bass establishing the groove gradually joined by the rest of the rhythm section. A small combo of soprano sax, baritone sax, trumpet and trombone take the first statement followed by the full ensemble on intricate unison lines as well as tutti ensemble punches and riffs. Solo space is provided for tenor sax. Requires soprano saxSKU: HL07012129 -
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: 4
Attitude Dance
Celebrating more than 40 years of funk and soul, the unmistakable sound of Tower of Power still sounds as fresh and impressive as ever. Mark’s adaptation for 6 horns features the blazing horn lines and driving groove of the original. (Grade 4)SKU: HL7011845 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Bags’ Groove
Milt Jackson’s signature blues tune has become a well-known jazz standard, and Mark’s arrangement makes it sound great in this 6-horn format. Featuring a nice medium swing feel, and the flexibility for open solos with backgrounds, this will be fun to perform and easy to prepare. (Grade 3)SKU: HL07011927 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Beach Time
Carefully paced for younger players and written in a moderate bossa style, Mark Taylor brings us this great-sounding original that’s easy to learn and fun to play. Nicely scored for the entire ensemble, alto sax and trumpet are featured in a duet off the top and later with written or ad lib. solos.SKU: HL07014024 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Bebop ‘n’ Georgia
Opening with the trombones on the head, here is a terrific swing tune written in a moderately fast bebop style. There is great interplay between sections and also solos for tenor and trumpet followed by a sax soli. Guaranteed fun!SKU: HL7011654 -
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: 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 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blue Skies
Here is a creative and unique version of this familiar standard that alternates between samba and swing styles. Featuring intricate and effective 6-horn scoring along with solos for tenor sax and/or guitar, this is a terrific full-blown production for little big band. (Grade 4)SKU: HL7011871 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Blues for You
There’s no better jazz form for aspiring soloists than the blues! Here’s a great-sounding original from the pen of Mark Taylor written in a medium tempo with as nice swing feel. Saxes take the lead to start out followed by answers in the brass, and a brief ensemble shout at the end. The solo section is open for encouraging even shy students to give it a try.SKU: HL07013906 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Blues in Hoss’ Flat (Blues in Frankie’s Flat)
Grade 2There is no better style for young players to emulate than that of the Count Basie Orchestra. This famous swing tune is nicely arranged here by Mark Taylor in a very playable version that still sounds authentic. Includes access to online audio of a full performance recording. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07010888 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blues in the Closet
Here is a swingin’ blues from Oscar Pettiford that has been a favorite with jazzers for years. Along with superbly scored ensemble sections, Mark Taylor’s chart also features solos for tenor and trombone. You’ll have fun with this one!SKU: HL07011229 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Bone Talk(Trombone Section Feature)
When the trombone section gets a chance to speak, it’s usually with a touch of attitude and style. This sassy shuffle tune in a moderately slow tempo gives them a great opportunity to take the spotlight. Includes a flexible solo section and some nice ensemble sections as well.SKU: HL7011407 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Bradley’s Groove Shop
Primarily scored for the entire ensemble with brief choruses for the saxes, this original shuffle really lives up to it’s name and has a great feel. An open solo section gives you added flexibility and allows anyone in the band to be featured.SKU: HL7011831 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Bye Bye Blackbird
Arranged in a medium slow Basie style, this is a great chart for teaching ensemble balance and laid-back swing. Includes plenty of tutti ensemble playing, plus a Basie-like piano solo that’s completely written out. 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: HL7011947
