The funky stylings of Horace Silver are featured in this energetic arrangement from the acclaimed CD ?Live at the MCG? recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. A trumpet and tenor duet starts us off followedby ensemble punches and solos for tenor and trombone. The entire ensemble gets into the act as the chart roars to a climactic finish.From the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra CD ?The Clayton-Hamilton JazzOrchestra Live at MCG? (MCGJ 1017); Courtesy of MCG Jazz (www.mcgjazz.org).

 'Cette pièce, commandée par l'Harmonie municipale Sainte Cécile de Brive, a été créée par son commanditaire et le quartet de jazz 'Chez Barbaro? le 4 avril 2009, La premiere partie consiste en un thème, alternant des rythmes de Light Rock et de Swing, et de son dévelopement, mettant en valeur plusieurs pupitres orchestraux, Un mouvement lent, pretexte à des improvisations du saxophone solo et de la guitare sur des 'backgrounds?de l'orchestre, précède le retour du thème initial, Conducteur Réf, DLT2103 / Ensemble De Jazz

From John La Barbera's latest big band recording here is the title cut – a masterful arrangement of this little-known Ellington gem. The tempo is moderate in an African/Latin vein and features a wealth of interestingorchestrational colors within the context of the big band. Featured solos include tenor or soprano sax and piano. Unique and dynamic!From the Jazz Compass recording Fantazm by the John La Barbera Big Band(JC1011)

Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

Par DRAKE ERVIN. This upbeat swing standard remains one of the most popular tunes recorded by the Duke Ellington Orchestra. Here is a carefully arranged chart that sounds sophisticated, yet is easily attainable by young ensembles. Our Easy Jazz Ensemble series is written for full band, playable with four saxes, three trumpets, three trombones, and rhythm section. Each arrangement also includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn, and tuba. Full-length recordings are also available online for each arrangement. / Date parution : 2022-04-26/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Heres a terrific medium swing chart (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Heart and Soul) featuring a great groove a catchy melody and the craftsmanship of jazz master John Clayton. Also included is atrombone solo atake-no-prisoners sax soli and solo space for the bass. The shout chorus starts nice and quiet then builds to a deafening level with the ensemble roaring!

After an opening ensemble blast and short piano statement a trio of flute muted trumpet and guitar take the reins on this medium swing gem by John Clayton (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Absolutely).The trumpet solo and unison sax soli are followed by a powerful ensemble shout. The pace softens a bit as the opening trio brings this exciting and dynamic chart full circle.

As the title implies, this Michael Mossman original captures a Bolivian style utilizing various layers of sound and shifting moods. Trombones are featured first, but every section of the band gets a workout on this stunning piece. A stop-time section launches the tenor sax solo, and an open percussion feature sets up the powerful finish with the entire ensemble. (Recorded by the Phoenix Foundation Youth Jazz Orchestra, directed by Frank Reichert)

Recorded by the Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (“Soft Lights And Hot Music”) Michael Abene's outstanding chart casts this Irving Berlin standard in a totally new light. (You will find the melody in the bass line of the 2ndphrase). Featuring a blazing tempo with furious lines and screaming ensemble passages this is an exciting piece for mature bands! (Woodwind doubles optional)

For the Young Jazz Ensemble-This classic blues was a standard of the Count Basie Orchestra for many years and Sammy Nestico's very playable version for young groups really cooks!

Jazz Classics for the Young Ensemble - Grade 3 This production number for young players offers a perfect way to honor the music of the legendary Duke Ellington Orchestra. This swingin' medley takes you through the well-knownstandards C-Jam Blues Sophisticated Lady and of course Take the A Train.

Recorded by The Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on their CD Absolutely! this light Latin setting opens with a unique intro featuring guitar and arco bass. What follows is a lush ensemble statement with drums playing on brushesleading to an extended solo section for piano. Very nice!

This is the powerful opening track from the acclaimed CD ?Impulsive!? by the Danish Radio Jazz Orchestra playing the music of Brazilian composer/pianist Eliane Elias as arranged by the legendary Bob Brookmeyer. Thischart simply roars with big band energy and power as the opening full band statement gives way to a relaxed swing shuffle. Featuring brilliant ensemble writing and plenty of solo space for piano this is an arrangement not to bemissed by mature bands.

Enregistré par Barbara Morrison avec le Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra pour The L.A. Treasures Project cet arrangement puissant est une étude de contrastes. Le début épars et doux se développe petit à petit vers une atmosphère fébrile avec quelques intrusions frénétiques par l?ensemble entier. Vous chaufferez l?ambiance !