Mark Taylor utilizes a small group alternating with the full band along with a moderate Latin style in this effectively written version of this lesser-known jazz standard. Also featured is a solo for tenor sax and dynamicallyscored tutti ensemble sections. A perfect change of pace for festival use.

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 From David Sanborn's CD Hearsay comes this funky rock feature for alto sax. This authentic-sounding arrangement features alto and guitar on the melody tight horn writing and requires a fairlymature rhythm section. A great way to add a contemporary edge to any concert or festival.

A fine chart for a concert, a festival, or a dance gig. A medium swing at 114 BPM, written solos are provided for alto, trombone 1, and piano. With great dynamics, sax solis, and a sweet shout chorus, this chart swings all by itself, and you'll love its voicings, too. Optional vibes. (4:04) / Ensemble De Jazz

Ingeniously composed using just the 3-note motif from the nursery rhyme Three Blind Mice jazz keyboard master Steve Allee brings us this impressive and unique fusion-style piece for mature groups. Weaving the melody fromsection to sectionover the top of a continuously churning rhythm section foundation this chart is a great way to spice up your festival repertoire. Solos are handed out to alto sax and trumpet but the chart can be opened up oradapted to accommodate any soloist.Dynamic and fresh!

Set in a distinctive medium swing/shuffle groove Michaels version for young ensembles presents a contemporary styling of this classic song from Porgy and Bess®. Mixing a variety of ensemble textures a stop time solo section and briefly slippinginto a new key during the final chorus this is sure to be a standout for festival or casual concert use. Solos are included for tenor sax and trumpet.

Set in a distinctive medium swing/shuffle groove, Michaels version for young ensembles presents a contemporary styling of this classic song from Porgy and Bess®. Mixing a variety of ensemble textures, a stop time solosection, and briefly slipping into a new key during the final chorus, this is sure to be a standout for festival or casual concert use. Solos are included for tenor sax and trumpet. / Partitions variété - pop - rock / Musique films - comédies musicales / / HAL LEONARD

John Clayton credits stylistic influences from Quincy Jones and Billy Byers on this swinging minor blues. Utilizing a wide dynamic range subtleties in the rhythm section and variations in texture from just a few instruments tothe full-out ensemble John has created a marvelously appealing and effective concert or festival piece. Recorded by the CHJO on “Heart and Soul.”

Here is a wonderful medium swing ballad based on the version Quincy Jones wrote for Count Basie and also recorded on Quincy's own album Quintessence. The saxes lead the way to start with followed by lush full ensemble writing throughout plus a short trumpet solo. This very playable arrangement is a perfect down number for any contest or festival. (Cherry Lane Music)

Solo Alt sax Feature-In sort of a throwback style of slow funk here is a skillfully composed vehicle for solo alto sax. Rich harmonies and an infectious groove help set the stage. And with careful pacing and tight ensemble figures this makes anappealing change of pace for any concert or festival.

This new swing original from Mark Taylor has all the ingredients for a winning chart. Featuring a bluesy sax riff effective ensemble sections and a flexible solo section this is an excellent festival or concert number for younger groups.

This classic hit from Carole King is arranged here in a light cha-cha style and features an alto sax soloist. Nice change of pace for concert or festival.

Chaque band a besoin d?un tube funky à ajouter à son répertoire de festival ou de concert et Funkyman ! de Mark Taylor fera certainement l?affaire. La section rythmique au tempo modéré remue sans cesse alors que les cuivres et saxophones jouent des riffs et punchs puissants. Ceci est aussi une rare occasion pour votre guitariste de se lâcher dans un solo !

English funk band Jamiroquai recorded this hit in 1997. Featuring a quirky melody and a catchy shuffle groove this arrangement for young players will add a uniquely different sound to any contest or festival program.

Featuring a hard groovin 12/8 feel this John La Barbera original serves as an alto sax feature that also puts the entire band through its paces. The skilled scoring makes this sound harder than it really is making this a greatchoice for festivalor contest. Recorded by the John La Barbera Big Band on “Caravan” (Jazz Compass JC1023)

Recorded in 1972 Chick Corea's Return to Forever album is recognized as one of the landmark albums of jazz fusion. Along with the jazz standard ?La Fiesta ? the mesmerizing ballad introduced on this album was?Crystal Silence.? Mike Tomaro does a marvelous job of maintaining the ethereal and lush qualities of the original in this outstanding setting for jazz ensemble. A stunning choice for contest or festivals.