From the musical Sweet Charity this familiar standard has come to epitomize the bluesy bump-and-grind slow swing style. Your trombones will have fun with the signature riff and every section of the band gets a chance at the melody. (Includes full performance CD)

This bluesy chart swings hard from the opening strains all the way to the final chorus. Rick's creative take is built on a medium swing foundation and the blues changes make this comfortable and fun for beginning soloists.

Using a Basie-style swing treatment and written in 4/4 rather than the traditional 3/4 here is a great-sounding chart from Mark Taylor that will go together quickly. All sections get a chance to shine one this one!

This familiar tune from the 1930s has become a favorite with jazzers over the years. Here's a wonderfully crafted arrangement in the six-horn format that starts out as a relaxed jazz samba then moves seamlessly into a medium swing groove.

Drawing inspiration from the hot version recorded by Aretha Franklin Roger Holmes takes this Motown favorite (originally recorded by Sam & Dave) and creates a sizzling chart for big band. A driving rock groove and powerfulensemble lines help to make this one a winner.

(Key: Eb). Par TAYLOR MARK (Arr.). Although this tuneful standard has been recorded by a number of jazz artists through the years, Beverly Kenney's version from 1957 caught everyone's attention recently thanks to the television commercial for Lincoln. This chart is perfectly paced with a feature spot for the full ensemble as well as a short solo for tenor sax. / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble et Vocal

Smooth and flowing describe this great-sounding arrangement by John Berry. With a classic tune like Watch What Happens in the hands of a skilled writer for younger players you simply can't go wrong.

One of the most memorable rock ballads to come out of the 60's this hit by the Classics IV adapts beautifully in this very easy arrangement by Paul Murtha. Other than a short written tenor solo in the beginning no other solosare required. Every section gets a chance to play the melody and there is plenty of unison writing to help build confidence in your young players.

Mix the stylish spy music from the 1960s with a dose of cool jazz and you have a winning combination for jazz ensemble. From the Pixar Studio's samsh-hit movie here is a high-energy and entertaining chart that captures the essence of the soundtrack.Arranged for 5 Saxes 4 Trumpets 4 Trombones and Rhythm (Guitar Bass Drums and Piano).

Par ARLEN HAROLD. This well-known standard from the 1940s never sounded quite like this! Featuring a slow, simmering shuffle funk style, the rhythm section lays down the groove with the trombone section playing the tune. Solo space is provided for tenor sax and trumpet before the roar of the full ensemble is unleashed in a double-time swing shout chorus. This chart is a powerhouse! / Date parution : 2021-12-09/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

This rock tune recorded by the Foo Fighters has remained a favorite ever since its release in 1999. John Berry expertly trades the melody around from section to section in this great sounding chart for young players that requires no solos.

Here's an example of a tune that was so corny in the '70s that now it's 'cool' in the '90s. And you'll have to admit tha John Berry's treatment for jazz ensemble is fun to play.

This 1975 tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits and described as funkadelic in style. This chart from Paul Murtha features the infectious bass line first stated by baritone sax and guitar and later joined by the rest of the ensemble on the funky riffs. The solo section on a one-chord vamp can easily be opened up but samples are provided for alto sax trumpet and trombone. Definitely a fun chart with attitude!

Originally recorded by Sam and Dave and made popular by The Blues Brothers this well-known rhythm and blues workhorse is a natural for jazz ensemble. In the skilled hands of Roger Holmes this one flows nicely but rocks hard!

Jerome Richardson's 'Groove Merchant' arranged by Rich Sigler is a gospel rock groove that fits perfectly. Played at 132 BPM, with straight eighths, this chart is packed with goodies like written-out solos for trombone and trumpet, lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff, a few clever modulations, and a great development section. Toss in the optional parts to include vibes and you have a fine chart. Very effective at any performance. (3:37) / Ensemble De Jazz