SKU: KN.61515

UPC: 822795615159.

This classic big band alto sax feature was recorded on The Big Band Side Of Andrew Neu: Catwalk featuring Eric Marienthal. Beginning as a jazz ballad, it transitions to a double time swing for the written or ad lib solo section. This is the perfect alto feature for advancing groups. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:30.

SKU: KN.61089

UPC: 822795610895.

This chart for advancing groups is inspired by the music of Henry Mancini and the spy movies of the 1960's. This cool minor swing tune features alto saxophone, trumpet and guitar on the melody, and written or ad lib solos for alto and trumpet. It is also the title track for the most recent Andrew Neu Big Band CD Catwalk (CGN Records). A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 7:30.

SKU: KN.GJK2303

12 x 9 inches.

Kendor is happy to welcome new composer Andrew Lesick to the catalog. The Gumshoe is a medium bright swing that features a written Piano solo off the top. Everyone gets a turn at the melody as the chart develops and there is some fun interplay between the Saxes and Brass after the solo section.

SKU: KN.20871

UPC: 822795208719.

This collection was conceived as a tool to help the saxophone section refine their skills as a unit of the contemporary big band, including balance, blend, articulation and phrasing. It includes 6 full performance pieces in a variety of styles. Optional rhythm section parts are included, along with written or ad lib solos for any player. Two downloadable MP3 tracks are included for each piece: a full performance with rhythm section, and a rhythm section only MP3 that can be used in rehearsals or performances without a rhythm section.

SKU: KN.61496

UPC: 822795614961.

Inspired by the music of Brazil, this chart for advancing groups is an upbeat, catchy medium samba that's impossible to get out of your head. Written or ad lib solos for tenor saxophone and trumpet lead into a vamp and drum solo. A guitar chord chard by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 6:10. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.61110

UPC: 822795611106. 12 x 9 inches.

This is a straight-ahead swinger with more than a few twists and turns. As a 24-bar minor blues it has great solo changes with a modal feel. Solo space (written or ad lib) is provided for tenor sax, trumpet and piano. Written for advancing groups, an optional vibes part, along with a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson are included in each set. Duration 8:05.

SKU: KN.61714S

UPC: 822795617146.

Inspired by the music Sammy Sammy Nestico wrote for Count Basie, this medium swing chart for advancing groups features the saxophones and trumpets in strong unison melodies. Naturally, it features written or ad lib solos for piano and tenor sax (or trumpet). Duration ca. 3:45.

SKU: KN.61702S

UPC: 822795617023.

This funk original for advancing groups provides an ideal way to sustain the interest of the audience while teaching essential jazz fusion skills to developing musicians. Written in the style of Herbie Hancock's Chameleon, it utilizes effective lines that intertwine with the bass parts and includes an open solo section. Each set contains a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:55.

SKU: KN.61681S

UPC: 822795616811.

Commissioned by Cannonball Musical Instruments, this American Brazilian samba is perfect for advancing groups. Similar to American Latin jazz artists Chuck Mangione and Spyro Gyro, this samba original also channels the infectious music of Brazil. An open solo section (written or ad lib) and a driving shout chorus will make this an exciting closer to your program. The 1st Alto part doubles on soprano sax, however an optional 1st Alto only part is provided. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 6:10.

SKU: KN.62390S

UPC: 822795623901.

In this terrific tip-of-the-hat tribute to Don Menza's famous Groovin' Hard chart, saxes get the major workout, supported by cleverly written brass parts, all in a shuffle swing style. Solos are given to alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone, with an 8-bar drums-only solo leading into the shout section. An unforgettable finish makes this the perfect program closer for proficient groups. Duration 7:45.

SKU: KN.61995S

UPC: 822795619959.

Emulating the exciting style of Arturo Sandoval and Paquito D'Rivera, this catchy Latin tune for advancing groups alternates between Afro-Cuban and samba grooves. Chord changes for the open solo section are included for alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone, and a 30-bar drum solo leads to a dynamic, hard-to-forget finish! A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:00. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.62780S

UPC: 822795627800.

Written in the style of classic big band shuffles from Don Menza and Gordon Goodwin, this chart for proficient groups is ideal for festival or concert fare. Each section gets to step into the limelight during this effective programming choice. Groove is the operative word when rehearsing this shuffle chart, but there are many other features that make it a great addition to your library. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 5:50. Available in SmartMusic.