Composed by jazz legend Joe Henderson this uptempo burner from Mark Taylor features a mesmerizing groove and masterful scoring. Opening with a trio of tenor guitar and vibes layers of sound are gradually added to create a powerhouse effect. Includes solo space for tenor and feature spots for the brass section and saxes. (Recorded by the University of North Texas 2:00 Lab Band - Jay Saunders director)

One of Billy Joel's all time biggest hits beautifully adapted for young jazz ensemble by Roger Holmes. Included is a sax soli based on Phil Wood's famous solo as well as nicely scored ensemble sections.

This bluesy treatment of Billy Joel's classic hit from the 70's features a small group on the verse and later a swingin' full ensemble chorus. Solo for Guitar or Tenor.

John Clayton penned this gorgeous ballad treatment for the great Joe Williams. With exquisite reharmonizations and carefully crafted accompaniment figures the mood starts out mellow then arcs beautifully to a full ensemble climaxbefore tapering to a quiet ending. (Altos double Flute Tenors double Clarinet Bari. doubles Bass Clar.)Recorded on “Smack Dab in the Middle” – The Hal Leonard Jazz Orchestra conducted by JohnClayton (07011581)

Written for and recorded by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note Joe Jackson director John Wasson has created a stunning and unique setting of this long-standing jazz classic. The chart is filled with twists and turns blazingensemble passages and also features solo space for two alto saxes (optional alto sax and trumpet). For the mature band here is a real showstopper.

Based on the famous Joe Cocker recording of this well-known rock tune John Wasson has crafted a terrific funk chart which opens with the distinctive piano and conga duet. Energetic throughout there are solos for tenor and trumpet as well as strong ensemble punches.

As recorded by Peggy Lee Joe Williams Count Basie and many others this popular standard breathes new life under the masterful pen of Sammy Nestico. A flexible solo section allows for any combination of soloists.

Discovery Jazz - Grade 1.5 This wonderful tune from the swing era is best known as Les Brown's theme song. In this adaptation for beginning groups John Berry has carefully kept the flavor of the original version intact. Featuredare short solos (or soli) for sax and very effective ensemble figures.

Ce morceau est mieux connu comme 'Walk Tall' et à l'origine effectuée par le quintet de Cannonball Adderley. Il a une rainure évangile à saveur R and B. Les caractéristiques comprennent Plage de première trompette à écrit ligne supérieure de F, et un solo de ténor sax écrit qui négocie avec l'ensemble. Tableau cool. / Ensemble De Jazz

A samba performed at 170 BPM, this chart has a lot of energy. Written-out solos provided for all saxes and brass, a great sax soli, a developing interlude, and lead trumpet range to written B above the staff. Includes optional vibraphone and flute parts. (5:08) / Ensemble De Jazz

Here is a very playable arrangement of this quintessential cool jazz swing tune that will work great with young players. Carefully scored to sound full with incomplete instrumentation this arrangement also features written or adlib. solos for any sax and trumpet or trombone.

One of the most recognizable television themes ever written this has been a favorite melody with jazz players for years. It works great in this combo setting.