SKU: KN.41790
UPC: 822795417906.
The great Count Basie was the master at short solo fills that were beautifully crafted musical statements. This medium swing chart in the Basie style features a piano, with written piano fills. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F.Trumpet Range = Eb5Trombone Range = Eb4.
SKU: KN.52890
ISBN 9786540383964.
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on the album Suite For Pops, this second part of the suite spotlights solo flugelhorn in a beautiful ballad setting. Backed by warm woodwinds and expressive brass lines, the solo part consists of both written and improvised passages. A couple of short piano solos before the closing rubato lends dimension and contrast. Duration 4:45.
SKU: KN.41790S
The great Count Basie was the master at short solo fills that were beautifully crafted musical statements. This very easy swing chart in the Basie style features a piano, with written piano fills. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 4:00. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.63790
UPC: 822795637908.
Based on the chord changes to Stella By Starlight by Victor Young, this swinging chart is a workout for the full ensemble. Written for beginning groups, everyone gets a turn at the melody, and there are several interesting changes in feel that will keep the rhythm section engaged and on their toes. Brass ranges are accessible with trumpet up to E5 and F4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a solid concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:15.
SKU: KN.63790S
SKU: KN.41800
UPC: 822795418002.
Learning music in the style of the great Count Basie Band is an essential experience for any jazz musician. This swing original features many of the components that we so often hear in the Count's music: a riff based melody, blues changes and a piano presenting the first statement of the melody. Scored at the very easy level for 5 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all and optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F are included. Duration 3:50. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.41800S
SKU: KN.63770
UPC: 822795637700.
This Latin rock original for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Song For My Father by Horace Silver. The brass ranges are very accessible with trumpet up to G5, and F4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 4:35.
SKU: KN.60550S
UPC: 822795605501.
This holiday favorite is arranged in a light, uptempo, Count Basie style, and the classic swing band sound of unison saxes carry much of the melodic material. The piano gets to play the written solo melody which sets off an upward modulation. Perfect for developing groups. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:15.
SKU: KN.63289S
UPC: 822795632897.
This swinging blues original for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Bags' Groove by Milt Jackson. It features fun figures, infectious rhythmic figures, and dynamics which grow from a whisper to a roar. The brass ranges are very accessible, with trumpet up to D5 and C4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written or ad lib with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in creating their own solos. Written with Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:50.
SKU: KN.63010
UPC: 822795630107.
We welcome Ryan Erik Adamsons to the Kendor family of writers with this swing original based on the chord changes to Autumn Leaves. Written for beginning groups, the solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes, along with a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. The brass ranges are very accessible, with trumpet up to F5 and Db4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. Duration 3:05.
SKU: KN.63122S
UPC: 822795631227.
Based on the chord changes to I Got Rhythm by George Gershwin, this bright swing chart was written especially for beginning groups. Brass ranges are accessible with trumpet up to Eb5 and D4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a solid concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 1:55. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.60550
SKU: KN.KEN60275S
UPC: 822795602753.
This bright swing original for developing groups is perfect for concert or festival performance. With adequate rests for brass players, the trumpet range is G5 and trombone F4. Chord changes are appropriate for this level and the written or ad lib solo section is open with solo sheets provided in all keys. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 2:10.
SKU: KN.63022
UPC: 822795630220.
This swing original for beginning groups based on the chord changes to There Will Never Be Another You by Warren and Gordon. Brass ranges are very accessible with trumpet up to F5 and F4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:45.
SKU: KN.63122
SKU: KN.63022S
SKU: KN.63770S
SKU: KN.63289
SKU: KN.KEN60275
SKU: KN.52945
Written during Thad's later years in Denmark after he and Mel Lewis parted ways, this bright, double-time tune designates piano as the main soloist, but includes an optional repeat of the solo chorus for trumpet and/or soprano (or alto) sax. A rubato intro and ending, both featuring solo piano, give the chart a strong sense of form and symmetry. Duration 4:00.
SKU: KN.52470
Recorded in 1997 on The Danish Radio Big Band Plays Thad Jones album in tribute to the years he worked with that group, this breezy bossa nova with colorful woodwinds isn't as difficult to perform as many of Thad's other charts. Solos for piano and/or guitar precede the full-ensemble climax followed by a quiet finish. Duration 4:15.
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