Mark Taylor
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Jive Samba
Recorded by the Cannonball Adderley Quintet in the 1960s, this distinctive samba was composed by Cannonball’s brother Nat. Featuring a relaxed Latin groove and the familiar riff-like melodies, Mark’s chart uses an ensemble of 3 saxes, trumpet and trombone alternating with punches from the entire ensemble. Solos are included for alto and trumpet, and the shout chorus features occasional 3/4 measures thrown in for added spice.SKU: HL7011905 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
The Lady Is a Tramp (Key: Bb)
Made popular recently thanks to a recording by Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga, this wonderful jazz standard from the ’30s has also been featured on the TV show Glee. This up-tempo swing chart can be used as a vocal solo, duet, or as a feature for tenor sax.SKU: HL7500135 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Look of Love (Key: Cmi)(Key: Cmi)
This well-known Latin classic has been recorded by many jazz artists and lends itself to an easy relaxed feel. Written in a very comfortable range for vocalists, this exceptional chart by Mark Taylor will be a joy to perform.SKU: HL07500107 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
The Man I Love
Using a sensuously slow Basie style, Mark has crafted a distinctive setting of this Gershwin standard that features the entire ensemble. Lush brass scoring on the “A” theme is contrasted with the saxes on the bridge, followed by a solo for trumpet and ending with a stunning ensemble shout chorus.SKU: HL07013694 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Mooche
Composed in 1928, Ellington’s The Mooche was characterized as “jungle style” at the time thanks to the unique instrumentation and rhythmic style. Mark Taylor’s outstanding version for younger players alternates between the Latin styles salsa and mambo, and features solo space for tenor sax and trombone. Unique and effective!SKU: HL07013412 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Nearness of You (Flugelhorn Feature)
Although the first hit recording of this enduring standard was by the Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1940, The Nearness of You has remained popular through the ages with recordings by countless artists. Arranged here as a solo feature for flugelhorn, the soft Latin stylings and lush accompaniment parts help make this one particularly attractive.SKU: HL7012497 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Rainbow Connection(Flugelhorn Solo with Jazz Ensemble)
Written in a light jazz waltz style, Kermit’s familiar tune from The Muppet Movie works great as a feature for flugelhorn in the skilled hands of Mark Taylor. Featuring a comfortable range for the soloist, a sax soli, and effective ensemble writing, this gem is a nice change of pace number.SKU: HL07011203 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
The Song Is You
Mark Taylor takes this familiar standard and creates a powerful uptempo flag-waver for mature ensembles. The style slips seamlessly between swing and samba and provides some shining moments for lead trumpet along with the rest of the ensemble. Also featured are solos for tenor sax, trumpet, piano, and drums, a sax soli, and a screaming ensemble shout chorus. (Recorded by the Mark Taylor Big Band)SKU: HL34320014 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
The Sweetest Sounds (Alto Sax Feature)
Although originally composed for the 1962 musical No Strings, this Richard Rodgers song has become a familiar standard often recorded by jazz artists. Beautifully arranged here as a solo vehicle for alto sax, Mark Taylor’s setting in a moderate samba groove features the soaring lyricism of the original melody along with plenty of spots for the full ensemble to shine as well.SKU: HL7012918 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Way You Look Tonight
From the film Swing Time and originally performed by Fred Astaire, The Way You Look Tonight won the Academy Award for best original song in 1936. Since then it has remained a popular jazz standard, and here is a terrific moderately paced swing version for younger players.SKU: HL7012888 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
This Christmas (Key: Ab)
Recorded by Donny Hathaway in 1970 and covered countless times since then, this familiar tune features a funky, upbeat pop style and memorable horn riffs. Scored for vocal soloist with band, this is the perfect change of pace for the holidays.SKU: HL07013966 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
This Is for Albert
Here’s a great tune from the creative mind of Wayne Shorter, recorded in 1962 by Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Arranged in a medium swing style, Mark’s chart features a nice variety of textures plus solos for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL07013888 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Two Degrees East, Three Degrees West
Made famous by the Modern Jazz Quartet, this medium swinger is a great addition to the literature for young jazz players. Mark’s chart opens with a small group of 2 saxes, trumpet, trombone and guitar, but the full ensemble quickly gets in the game. The blues format makes it easy for anyone to solo, and there’s a nice full ensemble “send off” at the beginning of the solo section. This is a great example of quality writing for young players.SKU: HL7011907 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Until I Met You(Corner Pocket)
One of the classic arrangements from the Count Basie Orchestra is adapted for younger bands in this authentic-sounding version by Mark Taylor. The signature piano intro is scored for trumpets in mutes and all the familiar ensemble passages are included. There are brief solos for trumpet and tenor before the well-known shout chorus closes it out. A must for all bands.SKU: HL07010913 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Walkin’ Shoes
Using a “band within a band” format, Mark Taylor has crafted a great-sounding arrangement of this Gerry Mulligan jazz standard perfect for younger groups. The style is a relaxed medium swing, and there are written or ad lib solos for trumpet and tenor sax.SKU: HL7012461 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
What the World Needs Now Is Love
Paying tribute to legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach, Mark Taylor uses a driving up-tempo 4/4 swing style in this standout arrangement. Saxes are featured at the start with tasty contributions from the brass. Also featured is a solo for trumpet, sax soli, key change and full ensemble shout to end the end. Skillfully done!SKU: HL07014014 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Who Will Buy?
One of the signature songs from the musical Oliver, this tune offers a wealth of opportunities for melodic and harmonic development. Adapted here as a samba, Mark Taylor’s powerful arrangement opens with a duet for trumpet and alto, followed by features spots for saxes and solos for alto and trumpet. The nicely crafted full ensemble tutti starts soft and builds dramatically all the way to the end.SKU: HL07013546 -
