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Mike Tomaro
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Sun Goddess
Recorded by Earth, Wind & Fire, here is one of their classic tunes arranged in a medium funk style for jazz ensemble. Trombones take the lead in the beginning followed by solos for piano and alto sax. There is plenty of solid and effective writing for the full ensemble as well.SKU: HL7011770 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Tell Me Something Good
This classic funk tune from the ’70s was written by Stevie Wonder, but became a huge hit for Rufus and Chaka Khan. Featuring a slow and driving pulse with heavily syncopated figures, this chart provides a powerful change of pace for contest or festival.SKU: HL7012780 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
That Old Black Magic
This well-known standard from the 1940s never sounded quite like this! Featuring a slow, simmering shuffle funk style, the rhythm section lays down the groove with the trombone section playing the tune. Solo space is provided for tenor sax and trumpet before the roar of the full ensemble is unleashed in a double-time swing shout chorus. This chart is a powerhouse!SKU: HL07013650 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
The Duke
This jazz standard composed by Dave Brubeck came to prominence on the landmark 1957 Miles Davis/Gil Evans collaboration Miles Ahead. Mike Tomaro’s arrangement takes the composition in a somewhat different direction with a fully-notated Afro-Cuban groove. Solos are included for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL07013370 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
The Pink Panther
Inspired by the version recorded by Bobby McFerrin, Mike Tomaro breathes exciting new life into this Mancini favorite. Combining a unique “shuffle funk” groove with creative orchestrations and the signature riffs from the original, this is sure to be an effective showcase for festivals or concerts.SKU: HL07012553 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
There’s a Boat Dat’s Leavin’ Soon for New York from Porgy and Bess
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4There’s a Boat Dat’s Leavin’ Soon for New York from Porgy and Bess
One of the classic songs from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess! Stylistically based on the famous collaboration of Miles Davis and Gil Evans, this powerful arrangement by Mike Tomaro set in a medium swing style will show every section of your band at its best. Timeless!SKU: HL7012309 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
There’s Only So Much Oil in the Ground
Recorded by Tower of Power on their 1974 Urban Renewal album, this driving funk classic epitomizes the lasting appeal of this popular band. Mike Tomaro does a great job of adapting this for jazz ensemble, capturing the flavor of the original and adding a few fresh wrinkles. Includes open solo section for any instrument.SKU: HL7012103 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
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Trombone and baritone sax are featured at the top in this nicely stylized setting. Written in an uptempo swing style and skillfully contrasting the brass and sax sections, this effective arrangement sounds incredibly full for having just six horn parts. (Grade 4)SKU: HL07011776 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
We’re All in This Together (from High School Musical)
Riding an incredible wave of popularity, the Disney Channel’s High School Musical is sweeping the nation with an entertaining brand of show tunes in a contemporary rock style. Here is one of the big production numbers in a dynamic arrangement for young players.SKU: HL7011419 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
What a Fool Believes
Recorded by the Doobie Brothers, this soulful rock hit works great in this setting for young jazz ensemble. Authentically adapted from the original, this solid chart includes important lines for the saxes as well as a solo for tenor.SKU: HL7011421 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
What Am I Here For?
Maybe not as well-known as some other famous Ellington standards, yet What Am I Here For? is an engaging and tuneful composition that certainly deserves more notice. Arranged in a medium swing style, this smooth chart relies on a rich, full ensemble texture and a relaxed feel. The saxes get a chance to shine, and there are also solos for trombone and piano.SKU: HL7011985 -
