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Mike Tomaro
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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
