Rich DeRosa
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Jumpin’ at the Woodside
One of Count Basie’s finest! Rich DeRosa keeps this one swinging all the way and included two optional tag endings to keep the Basie style intact. Solos are written out for piano, tenor sax, trumpet and trombone. Lead trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff with an A on the optional tag ending. It builds and builds!SKU: AL26897 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Mack the Knife
Swing! At a tempo around 120 BPM, this wonderful swing tune will be very a great choice for young players. Arranger Rich DeRosa provides written piano, alto and trumpet solos and a swingin’ shout chorus. Look for clear and accurate rhythm section writing, optional vibes, flute, clarinet, horn, baritone horn and tuba. An excellent chart.SKU: AL40344 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Summertime
This Gershwin classic has a refreshing sound, as the chorale intro slips into a slow swing feel reminiscent of the legendary Miles Davis/Gil Evans arrangement. Arranger Rich DeRosa brings a big sound to the young jazz band. This one includes easy written solos for trombone, trumpet, tenor sax and alto sax with backgrounds behind each, a simple but very effective shout chorus and easy brass ranges. Give a listen and you will enjoy! (4:40)SKU: AL30664 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Take Five
Perhaps the most famous time chart of all time, Take Five is in 5/4 but the rhythmic pattern is clear and consistent throughout. You’ll find this arrangement very accessible with easy alto sax and drum solos, and modest brass ranges. Recommended for every concert! (4:21)SKU: AL29819 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
The new Jazz For Young People series! Arranged by Rich DeRosa in the relaxed Basie style of “Lil’ Darlin’,” this chart on “Twinkle, Twinkle” is very fresh sounding. A written out piano solo, modest ranges, and easy swing rhythms makes this chart very accessible for the young player and is guaranteed to be a big success at every concert. Includes all the usual optional parts. Correlated to the Jazz at Lincoln Center Jazz for Young People Curriculum. (2:58)SKU: ALJEM05029