SKU: CL.032-4974-01

Introduce your jazz ensemble to unique Latin/Rock rhythms and sounds with Movin’ N' Groovin’! Easy to learn and easy to teach, this chart has no solos, but a smooth rhymical groove, which is right in the pocket for young ensembles -certainly, a style that is influencing modern music styles. If you are looking for a pace changer and crowd pleaser that’s easy to learn and teach, look no further. This chart provides a different groove that combines the basic Latin and Rock styles. Add the claves and cowbell and you’re good to go!

SKU: CL.032-2230-01

This Warp Zone sounds like it hits hyper-space by the time you get to the opening melody. High energy, but within reach of young players. Stan's new chart creates a feel of movin on for your jazz group. Certain to be a hit with audiences. Piano is written out and suggested solos are included. Have a nice trip!

SKU: CL.032-0374-00

An energetic swinger with all of the elements to make it a festival award winner. Suggested solos for tenor, trumpet and piano with an out chorus that will have your audience on their feet.

SKU: KJ.ZB372F

UPC: 8402701739.

Minor Madness is a grade 1.5 minor key swing chart. The opening melodic statement features stop time in the rhythm section before moving to a straight-ahead swing feel on the bridge. Material from the introduction is then used as a transition to the solo section. The shout chorus features unison rhythms that are very helpful in getting young players to phrase properly. Introductory material returns at the end, tying the entire piece together.

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: AP.46161S

UPC: 038081525419. English.

One of the finest ballads ever by a brilliant composer and gifted arranger. Played at around 88 BPM moving into a double-time bossa section leading into the finale, you'll enjoy every measure of this excellent chart. Only written melody solos for alto and trumpet, no improv, and all the usual optional parts plus vibes. You'll love this chart! (3:40) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: CL.SCM-1063-00

This light, happy Latin groove composition has plenty of unison, ensemble and a bit of counterpoint to make it interesting. Solo sections are based on slow moving ii7/V7 chords in only two keys. A nice change of pace for your concert program. Solo sheets provided.

SKU: KJ.ZB438F

UPC: 084027044834.

Welcome to Bourbon Street! This New Orleans party groove is sure to get everyone moving. A great chart for an opener or a closer. The groove is clearly established in the rhythm section right out of the gate. Solos are blues and can be played by anyone. A favorite for band and audiences alike.

About First Place for Jazz

All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.

SKU: KJ.ZB383

UPC: 8402701958.

This blues-based rock tune will be a sure-fire crowd-pleaser on your next concert! Written in the infectious boogaloo style, this chart boasts excellence at all levels of composition. The rhythmic bass line drives the whole tune, and perfectly sets up its memorable main melody, which is passed across the horn sections. Warning: the boogaloo has a history of making people dance, so don't be surprised if you see your audience moving to the music!

SKU: CL.034-0314-00

Light jazz piece in the style of Bill Evans. Suspended chords moving in a similar motion create a multitude of bell-like sounds. Typical Les Hooper creativity, and audiences will love the change of pace.

SKU: CL.031-0222-00

This moderate tempo bop tune opens with some interesting unison lines for trumpets and saxes before moving to the full ensemble and on to an Alto solo. This chart works well with bands of less than full instrumentation.