SKU: KN.61180

UPC: 822795611809.

Commissioned by the St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute Jazz Ensemble of Kenmore, NY, this spirited Latin original for advancing groups is a real showstopper! The title in Portuguese means a samba school, referring to a club or dancing school. Throughout the year samba schools hold events, the most important being the annual spectacle known as Carnival. The groove here alternates between samba and partido alto rhythms. As the music plays, you can almost see the dancers in their elaborate, colorful costumes. The chart has been meticulously crafted to ensure that the rhythm section faithfully captures authentic Brazilian grooves. Solo space is reserved for alto sax and trumpet, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 5:25.

SKU: KN.62765

UPC: 822795627657.

Written in a minor blues form featuring an 8-bar bridge, this challenging original depicts the music of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers from the late '50s and early '60s. It requires an aggressive approach from everyone to faithfully capture the hard bop style. Duration 5:20.

SKU: KN.60552S

UPC: 822795605525.

This hard-swinging, Basie style arrangement of the holiday favorite features a hip horns alone section, a fun saxophone/trombone soli and a richly scored, roaring shout chorus. The written or ad lib solo section is open with solo sheets provided in all keys. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. A perfect addition to any holiday performance for developing groups. Duration 4:10.

SKU: CL.032-5020-00

A powerful intro sets-up this medium-tempo holiday swinger right from the get-go. Saxes take the melodic lead, backed by hip brass licks, followed by a swinging full-ensemble section. The open solo section (suggested solos are included) with its full ensemble backgrounds will support and encourage your soloists. The shout chorus builds from a whisper to a roar, bringing the chart to an exciting conclusion, full of holiday cheer for your band and audience. Great holiday fun!