Jazz Ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42705S

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42705S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42705S).

UPC: 822795427059.

Commissioned by the Loveland, Ohio, Music Boosters for their high school jazz band, this blues tune gives directors a great opportunity to teach developing ensembles many of the most basic swing figures. A strong melody, an open solo section (written parts provided for all instruments on a separate solo sheet), and abundant full group work make for winning combination in anyone's book. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:00.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.TDB2304

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series Grade 3. Shuffle. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #TDB2304. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.TDB2304).

12 x 9 inches.

This hard driving shuffle will be a hit with groups at many levels. The combination of a strong melody, an infectious groove and an open solo section make this a winning choice for any program. And, there is a wealth of ensemble work in this chart, too. Perfect for concert or festival!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42427S

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42427S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42427S).

UPC: 822795424270.

There is nothing like a straight-ahead medium blues for teaching the essential elements of jazz playing. This medium level swing chart has it alla strong melody, solid ensemble writing, dynamic contrast, and a written or ad lib open solo section. Duration 4:10. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: BT.WH31517CD

Composed by Per Nørgård. Classical. Book with CD. Composed 2012. 80 pages. Edition Wilhelm Hansen #WH31517CD. Published by Edition Wilhelm Hansen (BT.WH31517CD).

ISBN 9788759824825. International.

About the images in the enclosed book (80 pages)The photographs in this book are taken from The Father Browne SJ Photographic Collection. Frank Browne (1880-1960) sailed with the Titanic on the first part of the luxury ship’smaiden voyage from Southampton to Cobh (Queenstown) in Ireland.The trip was a gift from his uncle who had also given Browne a camera which enabled him to document the journey. Brown befriended a well-to-do American family onboard.They invited him to travel on to New York with them but Browne’s uncleopposed and ordered his nephew to land in Cobh. It was a blow for the young traveler but ended up saving both Browne and his unique photographs.The book isalsoillustrated with Per Nørgård’s scores for Titanic.TitanicMusic by Per NørgårdText by Thorkild BjørnvigChristian Steffensen, recitationEdit, mix and master: Gert Skjød SørensenRecording engineer: Benni BossThe original tapeelement used in the premiereof Titanic on April 14, 1962 has been digitizedand re-used on this CD.Svend Nielsen, violinJens Wilhelm Pedersen (Fuzzy), clarinetErik Norby, trumpetPer Nørgård, pianoBirgit Nielsen, vocalsTechnician:Harry Damgaard.

Jazz Ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42693S

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42693S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42693S).

UPC: 822795426939.

Here is a great rock chart at the medium easy level that everyone will get into.aEUR^The driving groove sets up the catchy melody and as the chart builds the groove just gets stronger. Audience participation during the hand clapping section will have the whole house rocking. Great music, great fun. Standard instrumentation, the chart also includes a written solo sheet in all keys. Duration 3:24.

Jazz Ensemble - Medium

SKU: KN.TDB2203FS

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series (M). Score Only. Kendor Music Inc #TDB2203FS. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.TDB2203FS).

12 x 9 inches.

This grooving shuffle starts with a bang and keeps on building! Tenor Saxes and Trombone 1 and 2 present the catchy melody with the rest of the band joining in. The half time feel of the bridge is a great contrast to the main shuffle groove. You'll love the ensemble writing and the clever counterlines that weave together.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42428

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Easy Ballad. Kendor Music Inc #42428. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42428).

UPC: 822795424287.

With a tip of the hat to the great Neal Hefti, this chart is exactly the type of ballad that the Count was famous for. Featuring mostly full ensemble work, this medium level original asks for everyone to contribute to the melody and to learn this iconic style. A short written trumpet solo rounds out the piece. Duration 3:30.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42555S

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42555S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42555S).

UPC: 822795425550.

With a catchy half-time shuffle-funk feel and a wonderful harmonic structure, this medium level chart emulating the music of Herbie Hancock And The Headhunters (1970's) and The Robert Glasper Experiment will serve as a perfect change-of-pace number for any program. The open solo space (written or ad lib) provides good teaching opportunities and allows you to customize your performance according to the abilities of your band's personnel. Duration 3:58.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (standard jazz ensemble) - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42949

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Half-time Funk Shuffle. Kendor Music Inc #42949. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42949).

UPC: 822795429497.

Every program needs a change of pace piece, and this half-time funk shuffle is the perfect choice. The infectious groove creates a modern sound, while the melodic lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo section can be played as written or improvised. A wide variety of music can serve as a guide for this medium level chart, ranging from Robert Glasper all the way back to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Duration 4:10.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42821

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Latin/Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 34 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #42821. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42821).

UPC: 822795428216.

Commissioned by the Sioux Falls (SD) Middle School All City Jazz Band and the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, this chart combines two of the most important styles in jazz -- Latin and swing. Solid ensemble work in both styles and a swinging as-written or ad lib solo section for anyone are highlights. The chart closes out with a full-band shout followed by a return to the Latin groove. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:34. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42469S

Composed by Various. Arranged by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42469S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42469S).

UPC: 822795424690.

Though it took some time and real effort to convince the famous Chili Pepper to tackle the concept of holiday music, it's finally a reality! Featuring three great classics -- I Saw Three Ships, Angels We Have Heard On High and Jingle Bells -- this samba style medley at the medium level is a joyous celebration of the holidays. While improvisation is certainly encouraged, sheets with written solo lines for both open sections are included with each set. Duration 5:42. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42812

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Doug Beach Threshold Series. Samba. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 3 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #42812. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42812).

UPC: 822795428124.

From the opening notes to the final chord, this Latin scorcher bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody, samba groove, and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal program opener or closer. Written lines for the open solo section are provided for all instruments, but improvisation should be encouraged. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:03.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42633S

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42633S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42633S).

UPC: 822795426335.

Just as you'd expect to find at a late night diner, this chart serves up a slow, greasy blues -- according to Doug Doug Beach, the greasier, the better! All is built around a down-home, 12/8 feel with a strong melody and great ensemble work adding just the right spice. The solo section can be opened up for additional soloistsa written solo sheet for trumpet and alto is included for players lacking improvisation experience. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 5:13.

Jazz Ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42839S

Composed by George Shutack. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42839S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42839S).

UPC: 822795428391.

A solid rhythmic fanfare sets the mood for this burning samba. As the title suggests, the rhythmic pattern throughout mirrors the Morse code distress signal of 3 shorts, 3 longs and 3 shorts. An infectious melody, strong rhythmic groove, solid full ensemble work, and an open solo section (written or ad lib) combine to create a really exciting piece of music for any program. Duration 4:15. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42812S

Composed by George Shutack Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42812S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42812S).

UPC: 822795428124.

From the opening notes to the final chord, this Latin scorcher bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody, samba groove, and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal program opener or closer. Written lines for the open solo section are provided for all instruments, but improvisation should be encouraged. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:03.