SKU: CL.032-4710-01

Tailor-Made, sounding minor in nature, is based on the Dorian mode of the major scale. Its solo section provides opportunity for more advanced soloists to progress through the changes or equally effective, can be navigated more easily with exclusive use of the C Dorian scale. The shout chorus features juxtaposed measures without the rhythm section against measures with the full ensemble. Following the shout, your drummer is given a chance to shine as the drums trade solo measures with the full ensemble. Scored for full big band, it may also be played with limited instrumentation. No matter the size of the ensemble, this chart will be a perfect fit for your concerts, and you will find it Tailor-Made for your band!

SKU: AP.50079S

ISBN 9781470662875. UPC: 038081580081. English.

Beginning with a brief chorale, the gospel-inspired groove kicks in at 104 BPM. Alto 1 and trumpet 2 state the melody, with suggested written solos for both. Trumpet 1 range is to written F-sharp top line. There's a sweet shout chorus at the modulation with some drum fills intertwined. A funky chart that will please the band and the audience for sure! (4:35).

SKU: AP.49614S

ISBN 9781470651435. UPC: 038081572345. English.

Compared to What arranged by Mike Kamuf has a straight-eighth groove played around 148 BPM with a distinctive Les McCann flavor. Written solos provided for tenor 1 and trumpet 2, unison sax lead lines, some written drum fills, and a sweet shout chorus together make a fine chart. Optional vibes too! (4:01).

SKU: AP.41110S

UPC: 038081465340. English.

A Latin-rock groove at around 180 BPM with very simple rhythms and a great melody line. Easy brass ranges, a written solo for tenor sax, and written-out drum fills. Clever, easy to play, and well written = a quality chart. (3:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.48223S

UPC: 038081557335. English.

A driving swing chart on a classic jazz standard featuring suggested written-out solos for trombone, tenor, trumpet, and guitar (or optional alto) plus a drum solo. The tempo is 164--172 BPM and lead trumpet range is to written B above the staff. There's a roaring shout chorus and optional vibes and flute too. Crisis arranged by Mike Kamuf will be a highlight to any program! (6:16).

SKU: AP.41139S

UPC: 038081472331. English.

A great jazz standard played around 178 BPM, this swing chart features alto sax (suggested written solo provided), and a drum solo played in between band hits. Lead trumpet range is to written high C. Vibraphone part included. (3:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.46165S

UPC: 038081529059. English.

We're back with another chicken-titled funk chart! Written solos are provided for trumpet and tenor but you could add guitar if desired. Lead trumpet range is too written B-flat above the staff with optional high C. The chart is played around 160 BPM and has a great bass part and a sweet drum backbeat too. (4:35).

SKU: CL.SCM-1101-00

From jazz saxophonist Eric Alexander’s most recent album, BE COOL, Steve Briody’s Footsteps features a contemporary jazz Latin groove written at a moderate level to provide a welcome addition to your jazz ensemble repertoire. Includes a drum solo section that could be easily augmented by adding an array of Latin percussion instruments. Lots of great ensemble writing and plenty of solo space for the soloists of your choice make this a superlative choice for any festival or contest performance. Includes an optional flute part. A real winner!

SKU: AP.49621S

ISBN 9781470651299. UPC: 038081572208. English.

Brincando com Fogo by Drew Zaremba is a fiery baião Latin played at half note = 100 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff, suggested written solos for tenor 1 and trumpet 2, space for drum fills, auxiliary percussion, optional instruments to include vibes, plus non-stop action. Energy abounds! (6:16).