Mike Tomaro
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
How My Heart Sings
This sophisticated and enduring jazz standard was composed by Earl Zindars, and most notably recorded by pianist Bill Evans. Mike Tomaro’s well-crafted chart for big band retains the medium swing style of the original, including the meter alternating from 4/4 to 3/4. A true classic!SKU: HL07013854 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Human Nature
Recorded by Michael Jackson on Thriller, this distinctive laid-back hit has been recorded by artists ranging from Boyz II Men to David Benoit to Miles Davis. Mike Tomaro’s stylized version combines a smooth rock feel with tenor and trombone featured on the melody and for solos. The ensemble counterlines and background figures are beautifully constructed. More than just a “pop” tune, this chart will command attention on any program.SKU: HL7011722 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
I Can’t Help It
Written by Stevie Wonder and recorded by Michael Jackson on his 1979 album Off the Wall, this familiar hit is treated here in a creative version for jazz ensemble. Incorporating the jazz-influenced harmonies of the original along with a light samba groove, this is sure to become a favorite with your players and audience alike.SKU: HL7012135 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
I Have Dreamed(from The King and I)
From The King and I, this fabulous melody has been adopted by countless singers and jazz artists. In this setting, Mike Tomaro makes skillful use of colors and textures to create a lush-sounding ballad for the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7011794 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
I Mean You
Featuring a freewheeling New Orleans style street beat alternating with straight-ahead swing, here is a Monk favorite in a unique and creative setting. Trumpet and tenor share the melody, and solo space is included for trombone and piano.SKU: HL7011341 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Isn’t She Lovely
Recorded by Stevie Wonder in 1976 on his acclaimed album Songs in the Key of Life, this beautiful song is a good example of combining elements of jazz with pop. Keeping the same easy-flowing shuffle groove of the original, Mike Tomaro adapts this very nicely for the contemporary full jazz ensemble.SKU: HL7012355 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Josie
With more than a nod to the original recording by Steely Dan, Mike takes this tune to new heights in his funky and stylized version. Featuring a tenor and trombone duet at the top, this chart is also a great feature vehicle for guitar. However, the flexible solo section allows you to feature just about any instrument you choose.SKU: HL7011752 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
Lady Bird
Written by bebop composer Tadd Dameron as a tribute to jazz vocalist Billie Holiday, this jazz standard belongs in every jazz musician’s repertoire. With a short 16-bar form, this tune is a great introduction to the harmonic language of bebop, and Mike Tomaro’s setting for Little Big Band includes some added bebop-inspired lines.SKU: HL07013472 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Lush Life
Here is Billy Strayhorn’s beloved ballad, skillfully arranged with subtle reharmonizations and reworkings of the melody, all the while remaining faithful to the original intent. Featured are solos for piano and trombone. A gorgeous setting for the entire ensemble.SKU: HL07013882 -
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: 4
Mongonucleosis
Of the relatively few number of instrumental hits recorded by pop group Chicago, “Mongonucleosis” recorded in 1974, remains a popular standout. This upbeat chart features a moderate rock groove, a catchy riff-based melody, and an open solo section for featuring one or more players.SKU: HL7013232 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
North Africa
Using the trademark samba style that Chick Corea has become known for, here is his composition North Africa in an outstanding interpretation by Mike Tomaro. The opening section features a small group followed by a piano statement of the main theme. From there the chart builds nicely with the effective use of every section of the ensemble. A tenor sax solo is also featured.SKU: HL48020904 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
One for Daddy-O
This minor blues was written by Nat Adderley for Chicago jazz DJ, Holmes “Daddy-O” Daylie, and was first heard onCannonball Adderley’s seminal album, Somethin’ Else. This well-crafted arrangement swings just like the original, and includes a flexible solo section for any soloist.SKU: HL7013022 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
One Note Samba
Here is a striking and well-scored arrangement of Jobim’s well-known standard. Presented here as part of Hal Leonard’s Little Big Band series, Mike’s smooth Latin arrangement provides plenty of variety and a great sounding groove. (Grade 5)SKU: HL7011853 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Palladium
Recorded in 1977 on the album Heavy Weather, “Palladium” is a jazz fusion staple from the ground-breaking group Weather Report. Wayne Shorter’s dynamic composition is orchestrated here for full jazz ensemble with some added touches from master arranger Mike Tomaro. The open solo section allows anyone to be featured.SKU: HL07013372 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Peg
Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for alto and trumpet are included along with the rhythmic ensemble punches in this very effective adaptation for jazz ensemble.SKU: HL7011686
