SKU: KN.41846S
UPC: 822795418460.
In this swinging celebration of the great call-and-response tradition, the featured soloist (any instrument) makes a statement and the ensemble answers. Later they switch roles, making this very easy chart fun for everyone. Written or ad lib solos are included for all. Duration 4:24. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.61110S
UPC: 822795611106.
This is a straight-ahead swinger with more than a few twists and turns. As a 24-bar minor blues it has great solo changes with a modal feel. Solo space (written or ad lib) is provided for tenor sax, trumpet and piano. Written for advancing groups, an optional vibes part, along with a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson are included in each set. Duration 8:05.
SKU: KN.43422S
UPC: 822795434224.
Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2017 All State Jazz Ensemble, this medium advanced chart provides students with a wealth of learning opportunities. Second line, Dixieland and straight ahead swing all combine to create a great musical experience. Plenty of solo space over the chord changes to Back Home Again In Indiana round out the chart. An optional vibes part is included. Duration 5:28. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.52024
As recorded by the Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Big Band on the album Kogun, it features trombone or flugelhorn. Duration ca. 5:40.
SKU: AP.49203S
ISBN 9781470647124. UPC: 038081566351. English.
This is a very cool shuffle-swing groove by Zachary Smith is played around 140 BPM. Written solos are provided for trombone 1 and alto 1, a stop-time interlude, a big shout chorus, and an optional vocal shout-out too! Optional parts for flute, clarinet, and vibes and more. Uptown Throwdown is a powerful chart that everyone will enjoy! (4:05).
SKU: AP.49619S
ISBN 9781470651336. UPC: 038081572246. English. Words by Ned Washington.
My Foolish Heart arranged by Alan Baylock is a superb ballad featuring trumpet 2 played around 70 BPM. A double-time section with a suggested written solo, lush rubato sections, and the lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. You will love this arrangement! (5:04).
SKU: KN.42428
UPC: 822795424287.
With a tip of the hat to the great Neal Hefti, this chart is exactly the type of ballad that the Count was famous for. Featuring mostly full ensemble work, this medium level original asks for everyone to contribute to the melody and to learn this iconic style. A short written trumpet solo rounds out the piece. Duration 3:30.
SKU: KN.42498
UPC: 822795424989.
This beautiful ballad at the medium easy level is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace chart. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an easy bossa nova and then returns to a ballad feel with a big ensemble. A perfect choice for festival or concert. Duration 4:43.
SKU: KN.42499
UPC: 822795424997.
Commissioned by friends and colleagues of noted music educator Cliff Kaminsky, this medium level piece is dedicated to his memory. This hard driving shuffle has plenty of ensemble work for everyone and is a perfect choice as an opener or closer. A written or ad lib open solo section for blowing is included, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 3:40.
SKU: KN.52465
UPC: 822795524659.
Dedicated to and recorded by trumpeter Nicholas Payton on Gumbo Nouveau (Verve), this familiar melody takes on new life in this refreshing swing treatment by Doug Doug Beach and George Shutack. Scored at the medium level, the rhythmic and harmonic twists in this arrangement complement the hard-driving groove. Duration 4:45.
SKU: CL.032-2421-00
An uptempo rock original with a unique sound, Steeplechase is sure to catch the imagination of your students. Has solos for tenor sax and trumpet (written suggested solos are provided) and lots of hard drivin’ rock for the whole ensemble. Ranges are quite modest for a chart at this level and a great little fugue section after the solos helps make this a very strong arrangement.
SKU: CL.032-0240-01
Exciting rock chart that is fun for all players. Adaptable solo section is a real confidence booster.
SKU: AP.49211S
ISBN 9781470647285. UPC: 038081566511. English.
A great jazz standard that really hits the mark. The chart is played around 124 BPM with lead trumpet range to written B above the staff, and solo space for tenor 1 with a sample solo provided. The development section features trombones plus the other sections as well. Vibes and flute optional parts. A first-class chart! Alone Together is arranged by Mike Kamuf. (5:30).
SKU: KN.41846
SKU: AP.41162S
UPC: 038081474243. English.
A straight-eighth groove that's a little funky plus a catchy melody at 130 BPM, and you have a winner. Features written solos for tenor, trumpet 2, or guitar, lead trumpet range to written A, a great bari sax part, and optional parts for Latin percussion and vibes. Excellent writing. (5:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49209S
ISBN 9781470647247. UPC: 038081566474. English.
My Man Sam by Gordon Goodwin is a tribute to the late, great, brilliant arranger/composer, Sammy Nestico! The medium swing tempo is 134 BPM and the suggested written solos are for trumpet 2, alto 1, tenor 1, and trombone 1. Superb writing provides sweet sax solis, great dynamic contrasts, lead trumpet range to written B above the staff, and a wonderful shout chorus. Optional parts include flute, vibes, and more. Sammy would love this chart! (4:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: KJ.ZB366
UPC: 8402701731.
Snowdogs Rock was commissioned by the Central Middle School Jazz Ensemble in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The piece introduces some different musical elements in the context of a familiar groove (rock) and familiar chord progression (blues). The bridge sections (bars 17-24 and 41-48) feature tone clusters that are somewhat unusual in jazz ensemble pieces. Play the piece on a cold winter's night to heat up the band and the audience!
About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!
SKU: KJ.ZB366F
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