John Berry has created a very effective arrangement of this easy-going rock classic by Otis Redding. It will be easy for your band to sound great with this well-written and solidly scored chart.

One of the most dynamic hits from Earth Wind & Fire here is a great sounding arrangement creatively scored in a small group setting. Tenor and trombone are featured on the melody along with a funky baritone sax line. Also includes a solo for tenor sax. (Grade 4)

This chart has a contemporary half-time funk feel played around half note=96 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to written B-flat, a suggested written alto sax solo, the initial melody is stated by trombones and then bounces to each section. (3:36) / Ensemble De Jazz

Here is a marvelous medium swing arrangement of this Rodgers and Hart classic that features solos for trumpet and alto and also a unique sax soli section with a trumpet lead. Big band swing writing at its best!

Hal Leonard is pleased to introduce well-respected writer Rick Stitzel to the Easy Jazz series. Rick has a real knack for writing easy charts that sound great and this exciting up-tempo samba features a hot groove and solos for trumpet and alto sax.

Here is a strikingly different composition for jazz ensemble from the pen of acclaimed jazz pianist and writer Steve Allee. Featuring a floating texture of parallel harmonics and melodic lines Pure Spirit is a fresh-sounding and rewarding piece for the entire ensemble.

This wonderful standard from the '30s receives a fresh and inviting treatment in the hands of John Berry. Featuring a medium swing style that alternates with sections of Latin creative harmonies and skilled ensemble scoring this contemporary chart will work great for any occasion. Includes solos for trumpet and tenor.

One of the rare recent pop tunes that adapts well for young bands here is the Taio Cruz hit Dynamite in a solid hard-hitting arrangement. The energetic dance groove and catchy melody help to make this one particularly appealing.

Advanced Jazz Ensemble Method-The comprehensive tutorial method for all Jazz ensemble instruments reaches the advanced level complete with a full CD of accompaniments.The Standard Of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to introduce anddevelop Jazz playing styles either individually or in group instruction. The method combines a strong performance-centred approach with music theory music history ear training and listening but always with the emphasis uponimprovisation.The book is divided into three sections covering Swing Rock and Latin Jazz styles. Each section contains improvisation studies advanced improvisations and suggested solos that may be played with othermembers of the Jazz ensemble or with the accompanying CD. Disciplines covered include scale modes articulation understanding Jazz chord harmony and much more.This method is ideal for school-based teaching allowingstudents to study the tunes and techniques individually before coming together to enjoy the excitement and energy of a full Jazz ensemble!

This familiar holiday classic is perfect for beginning jazz ensembles. Arranged here in a moderate tempo swing style Ricks chart is primarily ensemble based but also provides a short solo for trumpet that can also be played by the entire section. This will sound great with limited rehearsing.

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around to all sections. Also includes a brief solo for tenor sax.

Note from the composer: Little Lucas is dedicated to my 2 year-old son. It is a happy medium swinger that captures his mischievous nature with the deceptively difficult movement of major 7th chords in the A sections. The melodynotes are for the most part the 7th of each chord and these notes follow a diminished scale sequence--going up a half-step and then down a major third repetitively. The B section features a 2 five sequence that moves in majorthirds. Originally I wrote this tune for a quartet date. For this arrangement I added a line played by the bass and piano at the end of each A section and voiced out the horns in open drop 2 voicings for a clear and cheerysound.

Restricted ranges make this a great learning piece and a very easy number to program. A standard 12-bar blues with no sidebars written for the developing jazz ensemble. Very limited ranges make this chart very accessible. (Top written note for trumpet is C; B for trombone.)

'Unit 7' is a swingin' jazz standard played around 150 BPM. This Sam Jones chart features a written out alto solo, a big shout chorus, and a hint of Stan Kenton too. This is a well-written chart all around. (4:43) / Ensemble De Jazz

Santana has done a great deal lately to boost the popularity of Latin styles in pop music. This is his big hit arranged by John Berry so even inexperienced bands can have fun with it.