Miles Davis
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Boplicity
The landmark album by Miles Davis Birth of the Cool brought us a unique instrumentation (the nonet) along with distinctive jazz sounds. Without straying from the intent of the music and working directly with the original score, Mike Tomaro’s adaptation for standard instrumentation makes this wonderful classic available to the contemporary jazz ensemble. The style is laid back swing and includes solos for baritone sax, trumpet and piano (like the original).SKU: HL07010770 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Four
The saxes do most of the heavy lifting on this easy version of the Miles Davis standard. In addition, there is a short sax soli and a written or ad lib solo for trumpet. This is a wonderful introduction for young players to one of the most important jazz figures of the 20th century.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: HL7011728 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Four
In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor, this medium uptempo jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly in this 6-horn format. Carefully using the combination of saxes and brass to full advantage, this one swings hard from start to finish. Includes solos for alto and guitar. (Grade 3)SKU: HL7011925 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Freddie Freeloader
Originally recorded on the Miles Davis landmark recording Kind of Blue, here is a swingin’ and updated take on this all-time blues favorite. Tasty full ensemble interludes surround solo space for alto sax, trumpet and bass. This chart is a perfect choice for festivals or contests.SKU: HL7011718 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Milestones
This is one of the true jazz classics from composer/innovator/performer Miles Davis. Paul Murtha takes the essence of this great tune and makes it playable by beginning groups. The easy chords and modal style make it a natural for learning to improvise. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL07470681 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Nardis
The definitive recording of this jazz classic is by Bill Evans, with other notable recordings by Cannonball Adderley and Joe Henderson. Paul Murtha’s arrangement for young groups features a Latin style on the head then switches to swing on the bridge. Includes very effective writing for all sections of the band as well as solo space for alto sax.SKU: HL7011674 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Seven Steps to Heaven
The arranging genius of Gordon Goodwin is readily apparent in this unique version of Miles Davis’ classic. At times a jazz waltz, at times straight ahead swinging in 4, the ensemble lines flow effortlessly from style to style. Solo space is available for any combination of alto, tenor, trumpet or trombone. A marvelous showcase on an important jazz standard. (Alto 1 doubles on flute)SKU: HL7010862 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Seven Steps to Heaven
Recorded during the pinnacle of Miles Davis’ career, Seven Steps to Heaven has become a jazz standard and one of Miles’ best-known tunes. Keeping the uptempo swing style of the original, this chart soars through the chord changes with skill and fluency, and features solos for trumpet and tenor.SKU: HL7011983 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
So What
Here is the Miles Davis jazz standard skillfully and uniquely arranged for 6 horns plus rhythm. The saxes take the signature melody line on the head, answered by the brass. The open solo section features tasty background figures, followed by a tutti ensemble section before returning to the head.SKU: HL7012455 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Solar
From his early “cool” period, this Miles Davis standard is arranged here in a contemporary setting featuring alto sax and flugelhorn on the melody. Solo space is provided for each, and a full band soli treatment rounds out this superb arrangement.SKU: HL07013570 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Solar
One of the most enduring compositions from Miles Davis’ early career is this medium swing tune recorded on the 1954 album Walkin’. In this terrific chart for younger players, Rick Stitzel uses some nifty phrase extensions in the beginning, then alternates the full ensemble with statements by a small group. Solos for trumpet and tenor sax are also included.SKU: HL7011903 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
The Theme
Miles Davis often used this signature riff tune to close his concert sets. Using background figures and other elements from the original recordings, Paul Murtha has skillfully assembled a full-blown chart for young jazz ensembles. The opening section trades the theme between trumpet and tenor sax, and eventually the entire ensemble gets into the act.SKU: HL7012245