Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

Swing Classics For Jazz Ensemble presents fifteen complete arrangements for the young Jazz orchestra the ideal choice for school Big Bands and Concert Bands.These swingtime standards are a guaranteed hit for any concert performance with solo opportunities for the full range of lead instruments and suave arrangements that allow everyone in the band to shine. The songs include the Glenn Miller favourite In The Mood the silky smooth Ellington swing of Satin Doll and much more.

Jazz Ensemble Library ? Grade 4Due in part to its sophisticated jazz harmonies this Stevie Wonder tune has been a favorite with jazz artists for years. This funky stylized version by Mike Tomaro brings it to theconcert stage with flare and excitement. Tenor and trombone soloists share the spotlight along with an energy-charged rhythm section.

1. FOURTHS: A medium-tempo swing with chord progression by fourths.2. PITCH-MATCHING: Bright swing with cross-sectional pitch-matching in Concert Bb and F.3. MODAL WALTZ: Moderate swing in 3/4 that employs the Cand F dorian modes.4. FULL CIRCLE WITH SAX UNISON: Chords in the circle of fourths (key: F Concert) with a unison sax line to aid tuning.5. BONE-MODALE: In a groove a la Miles Davis and in the G minor mode the'bones are in unison.6. COOL BOSSA: Concert F laid back and lush. Great for sectional/tutti balance and for phrasing the bossa.7. LIP-SLUR CHROMATIC: A cut-time lip slur workout for the brass with sax chordsdescending in half-steps.8. IT'S THE Bb GOSPEL: A moderate gospel swing with a unison melody line passed around the sections plus a big finish for practicing dynamics.9. SAMBANICE: Concert Bb with an easy“two” feel. Unison lines and nice chord changes for sectional and ensemble listening.10. TRUMPET-TUNE: This medium swing in Eb gives trumpets the lead over a sax/'bone rhythmic backup figure.

Written specifically for Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul released this as a single in 1967 and it became one of her signature songs. Here's a powerful version for vocal solo and jazz ensemble sure to be a concert highlight! / Partitions jazz

Young Jazz Ensemble-Recorded by The Crusaders back in 1979 here is a funky version of this hit that will add excitement to any concert. In the same style as the original this solid chart features the saxes on the head solos for alto and trumpet and an driving full ensemble finish.

Miles Davis often used this signature riff tune to close his concert sets. Using background figures and other elements from the original recordings Paul Murtha has skillfully assembled a full-blown chart for young jazz ensembles.The opening sectiontrades the theme between trumpet and tenor sax and eventually the entire ensemble gets into the act.

From the highly anticipated Justin Timberlake album The 20/20 Experience here is an authentic-sounding version of the hit “Suit & Tie” for jazz ensemble. Featuring a medium tempo R&B groove and sizzling hornriffs this is a greatway to energize a concert.

From the show Golden Boy this jazz standard composed by Charles Strouse is tastefully arranged by Rick Stitzel in a Latin ballad style with a bossa/bolero feel. There is plenty of full ensemble playing and solos are included fortrumpet and tenor (written or ad lib.). This one will be a perfect change of pace for your next concert.

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 From David Sanborn's CD Hearsay comes this funky rock feature for alto sax. This authentic-sounding arrangement features alto and guitar on the melody tight horn writing and requires a fairlymature rhythm section. A great way to add a contemporary edge to any concert or festival.

From Disney's animated hit movie Frozen and sung by Olaf the snowman, this entertaining song features a light ?soft shoe? style that adapts quite naturally for jazz ensemble. With skillful trading of the melody and slipping into a straight ahead swing style, this is sure to be hit at your next concert.

From the acclaimed CD The E.N.D by the Black Eyed Peas this mega-hit was number one on the charts for more than 3 months and was also nominated for two Grammy awards. Featuring a driving groove and a familiar melody here is a solid arrangement for jazz ensemble sure to bring a contemporary edge to your next concert.

One of the all-time great songs from the Beatles Yesterday truly has become a modern day standard! This well-scored arrangement for young jazz ensembles features a brief tenor solo beautiful counterlines and an overall richsound that will be impressive in concert or as a change of pace for festival.

- Teaches minor ninth chords built on ii-C and F concert and introduces the dorian mode. - Suggested improv examples given on each chord and a bonus chart Dorian's Waltz illustrates the A-B-A form with a jazz waltz format. - In each volume rhythm secti

Take the lead is an integrated series for alto saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, tenor saxophone, trumpet and violin. In each edition all of the songs are in the same key at concert pitch, allowing the different instruments to play together. Chord symbols are included at concert pitch for use by piano or guitar.