SKU: KN.42877S
UPC: 822795428773.
Commissioned by the Northwestern University Jazz Orchestra (LA) in honor of Bill Causey Jr., this beautiful straight 8th ballad will provide a perfect change of pace on any program. The pensive melody is backed throughout by the lush orchestration. A short piano solo provides just the right contrast to the ensemble work in this medium level chart. Duration ca. 4:20.
SKU: KN.52800S
Recorded in 1968 by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra on their Monday Night album, this swingin' blues at a moderate tempo opens with an ad lib piano solo, then shifts immediately to a solo chorus for Harmon-muted trumpet. Tenor sax also serves as a soloist later on, with plenty of great section and ensemble passages providing essential power and balance. Duration 6:15.
SKU: KN.52350S
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their 1972 album Suite For Pops, soprano sax gets the lion's share of solo action in this bright swinger, with additional solos for tenor, trumpet and drums added for good measure. Plenty of bold tutti writing keeps the overall energy (and volume) level high, making this a great program opener or closer. Duration 5:30.
SKU: KN.53065S
Recorded in 1971 by the Count Basie Orchestra on the album Have A Nice Day, this Sammy Nestico classic opens with a short ensemble blast at fortissimo-plus before two trombones (1st and 2nd) present the main theme as a dynamic duo. Then 3rd Trombone carries an improvised solo chorus, followed by an ensemble section and a replay of the trombone duo. The chart closes out with short ad lib solos -- 1st Trombone, then 2nd Trombone -- over a sustained ensemble chord.
SKU: KN.62045S
UPC: 822795620450.
This 2015 Grammy-nominated arrangement, was recorded by the Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra on Strength In Numbers' (Summit Records). The original Stephen Foster waltz is refitted here as a medium-bright tempo samba in 4/4 time. The 1st alto has an optional double on soprano, and solos are included for piano and alto/soprano sax. Recording courtesy of Summit Records.
SKU: KN.04720S
UPC: 822795047202.
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra on their Monday Night album, this expressive swing ballad gives solo work to trumpet, trombone, and to everyone for 3 bars just before the closing section, where Thad's directions say everybody play a solo in any key. An ad lib trumpet solo on the final fermata brings this classic chart to a satisfying close. Rhythm section parts are partially notated. Duration 6:00.
SKU: KN.64014S
UPC: 822795640144.
This moderate shuffle recalls the energetic hand-clapping tradition of a church camp meeting, and the energy level stays strong throughout. This 8 bar blues in the key of Db, is playable by advanced level groups, and 1st Alto doubles on Soprano Saxophone. Duration 5:00.
SKU: KN.52890
ISBN 9786540383964.
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on the album Suite For Pops, this second part of the suite spotlights solo flugelhorn in a beautiful ballad setting. Backed by warm woodwinds and expressive brass lines, the solo part consists of both written and improvised passages. A couple of short piano solos before the closing rubato lends dimension and contrast. Duration 4:45.
SKU: KN.61130S
UPC: 822795611304.
Feature your drummer in this original work paying tribute to drummer Danny D'Imperio, whose experience is deep as he has played with Woody Herman, Maynard Ferguson, Chuck Mangione, the Vanguard Orchestra and others. Utilizing a bright bebop feel, this chart was inspired by Victor Feldman's Seven Steps To Heaven, as recorded by Miles Davis. It's full of bebop vocabulary and has a challenging soli that lays well for saxophones. A guitar chord chart by James Greeson comes with each set. Duration 3:30. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.SN70140S
UPC: 822795701401.
After a 35 year hiatus, multi-Grammy winning composer/arranger Sammy Sammy Nestico has joined forces with the Count Basie Orchestra to arrange this chart for the A Very Swingin' Basie Christmas CD (Concord Records). This swing arrangement exemplifies the timeless Basie/Sammy Nestico style and is a must-have for all medium-advanced groups. Ad lib solo space is provided for 1st Tenor Saxophone. This is the perfect addition to any holiday gig. Duration 3:20.
SKU: KN.64025S
UPC: 822795640250.
This medium shuffle chart is a simple tune composed by Jerome Richardson, loosely based on The Preacher by Horace Silver. Thad's arrangement features the SATTB saxophone section, and is playable by advanced level groups. Duration 4:30.
SKU: KN.SN70200S
UPC: 822795702002.
This beautiful flugelhorn solo was featured on the Sammy Sammy Nestico Orchestra CD Night Flight. As that recorded performance by Guido Basso illustrates, this chart allows ample room for a creative soloist to deliver a highly personal interpretation.
SKU: KN.SN70094S
UPC: 822795700947.
First written for the Count Basie Orchestra in 1983 and later revised for the Sammy Sammy Nestico CD This Is The Moment, this great blues tune features an extended, three-chorus soli for the sax section. Alto sax and piano are the designated soloists, with optional solo space also provided for guitar and trombone. The chart closes out with a very powerful shout.
SKU: KN.52655S
As recorded by the great Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on the album Suite For Pops, this ballad showcases the breathy sound of flutes, the mellow sound of short flugelhorn solos (written lines provided), and the warmth of an improvised solo chorus for trombone. The chart calls for an expressive approach from everyone, and ends with a flugel fill over a sustained ensemble chord. Duration 6:22.
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