Spreading the ?gospel of jazz? according to well-respected composer/arranger Sy Johnson this medium slow shuffle chart features a distinctive personality and style. With lots of tutti ensemble proclamations as well assolos for alto tenor and trumpet this outstanding chart will have your audience converted in no time. Amen!(Twice recorded by the legendary Terry Gibbs ?Dream Band?)

Here is an impressive burner based on the Harold Arlen/Johnny Mercer standard. The elongated melody in the beginning is interspersed with solo drum fills. Solo space is included for piano and tenor with outstanding backgroundsfrom the full ensemble. Meant to be played as fast as you dare this deserves a feature spot on your program.

Par KHALIFA WIZ / PUTH CHARLIE / BERRY JOHN (Arr.). Recorded by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth, and from the hit movie Furious 7, this rock ballad features memorable lines and dramatic builds, all beautifully captured in this easy arrangement by John Berry. The alto sax feature spots can be performed by a soloist or the entire sax section. Otherwise no solos are required; just a nice blend of textures and pacing throughout. The Hal Leonard Easy Jazz Ensemble series is written for full band, playable with four saxes, three trumpets, three trombones, and rhythm section. Each arrangement includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba. Full length recordings available for each arrangement./ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Par BATISTE JOHN / MURTHA PAUL (Arr.). From the acclaimed album We Are by Jon Batiste (Grammy Award for Album of the Year), the New Orleans flavored hit song Freedom exudes a sense of joy and optimism. Here is a fun version for jazz ensemble filled with energy and celebration! / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Written and recorded by John Coltrane this is one of the landmark tunes in jazz history. Mark Taylor's exceptional setting for full jazz ensemble is a must. The modal nature of this chart makes it very accessible for improvising.

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.

Par JOHN ELTON. Elton John's classic hit from 1983, with its upbeat feel and message of perseverance, is as popular today as ever. This swinging version starts with trombones on the lead, followed by a turn for the saxes, and finally the full ensemble. Also included is a solo for alto sax. A well-scored arrangement that will sound great. / Date parution : 2022-05-03/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Composed and recorded by jazz legend John Coltrane this medium tempo blues tune features an easy-to-play melody and solid tutti-style rhythms for the ensemble. In addition the blues changes and moderate tempo make it acomfortable setting for developing soloists. (Includes CD)

John Coltrane's wonderful jazz classic is written in a medium up-tempo swing style and features solid ensemble figures alternating with a small combo (alto tenor bari. tpt. tbn.). Includes solos for tenor or trumpet.

Featuring a hard groovin 12/8 feel this John La Barbera original serves as an alto sax feature that also puts the entire band through its paces. The skilled scoring makes this sound harder than it really is making this a greatchoice for festivalor contest. Recorded by the John La Barbera Big Band on “Caravan” (Jazz Compass JC1023)