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Rick Stitzel
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Rio de Janeiro Blue (Key: C min)
Inspired by the recording by jazz singer Randy Crawford, Rick’s version of this marvelous tune features a smooth rock style and a sultry, singable melody. Scored for vocal soloist, this classy chart also features a brief solo for alto sax.SKU: HL07013958 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Rock This Town
Brian Setzer recorded this originally with the Stray Cats, then updated it with a sizzling version for his big band. Rick Stitzel’s uptempo chart features the saxes on the head followed by the full ensemble on the chorus and short solo (or soli) for any sax. Hot sounds for young players!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: HL7011915 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
Even before it was featured in the hit movie Elf, this holiday favorite was bringing good cheer to the Christmas season. This straight ahead medium swing version will go together quickly and sound great with limited rehearsal time.SKU: HL7013210 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Shallow (from “a Star Is Born”)(Key: F)
Featured prominently in the movie A Star Is Born, the hit song Shallow, recorded by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, enjoyed success on the pop charts as well as winning numerous awards. This classy setting for vocal solo with big band will become an instant success at any concert or event.SKU: HL07013434 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Shop Around
Motown tunes are always a hit with players and audiences alike! Originally recorded by the Miracles in 1960, Rick’s arrangement for beginning bands features modest ranges and easy rhythm. Also included is a short solo for any saxophone.SKU: HL07013982 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Side Slippin’
Here is a clever blues tune written in a medium swing style. The melody features some half-step “slippin’” around played by full ensemble. Solo sections are also provided for any sax and any brass instrument. A fun way to introduce swing style and also the blues!Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470755 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Smack Dab in the Middle
This bluesy chart swings hard from the opening strains all the way to the final chorus. Rick’s creative take is built on a medium swing foundation, and the blues changes make this comfortable and fun for beginning soloists. 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: HL7011626 -
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: 2
Soul Bossa Nova
This infectious and immediately recognizable Quincy Jones standard was popular long before Austin Powers introduced it to a brand new generation of fans. Easy to learn and fun to play, this will quickly become a favorite with your band and audience alike. (Cherry Lane)Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL2501056 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Stella by Starlight
This jazz standard has certainly stood the test of time and has been recorded by countless artists over the years. Here is a wonderful medium swing version scored with an authentic sound for young players. A duet of alto and trumpet is featured alternating with ensemble passages and section features. Sure to sound great even with limited rehearsals.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: HL7011945 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Steppin’ Out with My Baby
Arranged here for younger players, this Irving Berlin standard from the ’40s provides the perfect tool for teaching swing rhythms and style. Every section gets a chance at the melody, and there are short solo spots for any sax and any trumpet.SKU: HL7013098 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Struttin’ with Some Barbecue
Here is a fresh take on one of the all-time standards of early jazz made famous by Louis Armstrong. There is a hint of old time jazz style mixed in with a more traditional straight ahead swing feel. A great way to introduce a bit of history with a chart that’s also fun to play.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: HL7012471 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Sway (Quien Será)
This smooth Latin favorite has been around for more than 50 years and recorded countless times, including recently by Michael Bublé. The easy rhythms and infectious groove make this a great choice for beginning bands.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470725 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Sweet Caroline
Even before the TV series Glee, this Neil Diamond classic, first recorded in 1969, had proven its popularity and staying power. Here is a solid, yet easy treatment for jazz ensemble that requires no solos. Sure to be a favorite with students and parents alike.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. Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.SKU: HL7011772 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Sweet Home Chicago(Key: F)
Made famous by the Blues Brothers, this arrangement for vocal soloist (opt. tenor sax) features a driving shuffle groove, along with the distinctive stop-time spots and classic background riffs. Definitely a fun chart anywhere, and not just Chicago!SKU: HL07013646 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
The Frim Fram Sauce (Key: F)
This clever and catchy jazz standard has been recorded notably by Diana Krall, but also by Nat King Cole and Louis Armstrong. Arranged in a comfortable swing style this is a terrific feature for vocalist or solo tenor sax.SKU: HL7012870 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
The Funky Monkey
With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band’s favorites. There’s plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn, and the solo section can be used to feature any saxophone or even the entire section.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012139 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
The Lady Is a Tramp
Recently recorded by Tony Bennett with Lady Gaga, this popular standard dates from 1937 but sounds as fresh today as ever! Rick’s swinging arrangement skillfully passes the melody from section to section, but features plenty of solid tutti writing as well. Solos (for sax and trumpet) may also be played by the entire sections for added flexibility. 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: HL7011941 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
The Nearness of You (Key: C)
This iconic jazz standard has remained a favorite for 80 years, and is arranged here for vocal soloist in a straight 8th ballad style. A brief trombone soli provides nice variety, and the full ensemble lends beautiful support throughout.SKU: HL7012960 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
The Way You Look Tonight
From the well-known and often recorded Jerome Kern songbook, here is a very easy version of this familiar standard. Rick’s moderately paced swing arrangement will sound great with beginning players and go together quickly.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470741 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Theme from “Family Guy”
Grade 2The theme song for this popular animated TV series is already in a swingin’ big band style! Arranged here for younger players, it features the melody traded between the saxes, trumpets and trombone and short solos for trumpet and alto. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07011207 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
There Will Never Be Another You
Set in a medium swing style, this arrangement for small group opens with a duet of trumpet and baritone sax. The rest of the ensemble provides the accompaniment, then a tutti shout chorus follows the solo section. A marvelous setting of a familiar standard!SKU: HL7012407 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
This Masquerade(Key: G min)
Although he wasn’t the first to record this familiar rock ballad, George Benson was responsible for its widespread popularity thanks to his huge hit recording in 1976. Beautifully arranged for vocal soloist, here is Rick Stitzel’s setting complete with sultry lines and smoky harmonies.SKU: HL07013406
