Arr. Paul Murtha. Par STEVENS MORT. / Niveau : 3 / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Amazingly true to the original version John Berry has scored this well-known television theme for very young players. With moderate ranges for the brass and no solos required this one will go together quickly and sound great!

Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for young players. No solos are required and the melody is skillfully passed around from section to section.

Jazz Classics for the Young Ensemble - Grade 3 This cornerstone of the swingin' Count Basie era helped define a style and lend identity to one of the greatest big bands of all time. Mark's chart for young players allows you to attain that important Basie sound without the extreme technical demands. Including written or ad lib. solos for piano tenor trombone alto trumpet and even bass this is a marvelous study in background riffs followed by full ensemble power. A treat for any band!

One of the all-time favorite TV themes this is also an amazingly sophisticated and exciting Latin/Jazz composition. In the expert hands of Michael Mossman here is an authentic-sounding version that even young bands can tackle.

Grade 1.5What better way to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored arrangement by Michael Sweeney? Even at this easy level this chart really swings and will soundgreat with limited rehearsal time. Your pianist gets a rare chance to shine as he or she is featured on the melody while the ensemble answers. Later every section gets to play the melody and there is a solo section for any sax.The final section starts softly with saxes alone then builds as various layers are added. A great-sounding chart for beginning bands.

Grade 1.5 What better way to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored arrangement by Michael Sweeney? Even at this easy level this chart really swings and will sound great with limited rehearsaltime. Your pianist gets a rare chance to shine as he or she is featured on the melody while the ensemble answers. Later every section gets to play the melody and there is a solo section for any sax. The final section starts softly with saxes alone then builds as various layers are added. A great-sounding chart for beginning bands. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes 2 trumpets 1 trombone piano and drums.

Rock on! Even the youngest band can sound great on this simple yet effective rock-jazz chart. Featuring a written drum solo, ensemble handclaps, and a solo section for all wind instruments, this will make the band will sound terrific from the first note. Easy to rehearse and quick to come together, Rock the House is an outstanding choice. Optional parts for two flutes, two clarinets, horn, baritone horn, tuba, baritone sax, and guitar. A gem from Victor Lopez, this is a perfect choice for jazz beginners.

The first Beatles hit to reach #1 in the US this song is characterized by strong rhythms and a catchy melody. There are sure to be some Beatle fans in your band and even more in your audiences.

Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Creatively scored in a medium swing Basie style here is a smooth sounding chart that will be easy to learn. With plenty of full ensemble scoring this chart guarantees a full sound even with young players.

With its medium shuffle groove and simple riff-based melodies Steam Shuffle is the perfect blues chart for your beginning jazz ensemble. The solo section can be opened up to provide an opportunity for you to show off your talented soloists. Well notated rhythm section parts and strong unison horn lines will make this chart work with even the most inexperienced jazzers. Very easy.

This familiar standard has been around for years and is creatively set here in a medium swing style by Paul Murtha. The trombone section is featured in the beginning and is followed by the trumpet section. Following a solo section for trumpet and tenor there is an effective key change and full ensemble shout chorus. Even though it is designed for young players experienced bands will sound great playing this as well!

Par BERLIN IRVING. Irving Berlin's tuneful standard was put back on the map with the classic scene from Mel Brooks' movie Young Frankenstein. This clever arrangement alternates between a 2-beat feel and straight ahead swing, and features solo space for tenor sax, trumpet, and even a short solo for bass. Fun! / Date parution : 2022-03-15/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Young Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3 One of the all-time great grooves from the group Santana! This chart features solid ensemble writing and well-written rhythm parts. The optional open solo section is based on the two-chord vamp making it easy even for young improvisers to get their feet wet.

There's nothing else like this chart! With a haunting melody, Victor López's 'Polar Vortex' will capture your imagination---guaranteed. The even eighth-note tempo is 126 BPM with a written alto solo and trumpet 1 range to written E top space and everything your students need is written out. (2:45) / Ensemble De Jazz