SKU: AP.33379S

UPC: 038081388793. English.

Major Thoroughfare from the Young Jazz Ensemble series is designed for developing jazz groups. Full instrumentation includes 5 saxophones, 8 brass, and 4 rhythm parts. Reduced instrumentation is playable with 4 saxophones, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones and 3 rhythm parts. Optional parts include flute, tuba, horn in F and baritone T.C./tenor sax. All solos are written out with chord changes, the rhythm section parts suggest chord voicings and rhythms and guitar chord frames are provided to assist young guitarists.

SKU: AP.26868S

UPC: 038081300108. English.

If I Could Fly Away is a lush ballad for solo tenor saxophone. Composer/arranger Mike Smukal weaves and contrasts minor and major harmonies and has created a superb chart for the younger player with lead trumpet range only to top line written F. The tenor solo is all written out and the rhythm section parts are very clear. An excellent vehicle for a young tenor sax player! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: LO.60-1291H

UPC: 000308104769.

Your band will love the jazz-rock groove of this new piece! As jazz spread north in the '30s and '40s from New Orleans, Kansas City became a major jazz hub, and this composition reflects the high energy and excitement of those times in a contemporary style. Driving rhythms and punchy ensemble riffs will make this one an audience favorite! The suggested minimum required instrumentation for the music in this series is 2 alto saxophones, 1 tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, piano, bass and drums. Parts are included for standard instrumentation (5/4/4/4) and all charts include a CD with a full version and a solo practice track.

SKU: LO.60-1329H

ISBN 9780893288020.

The original Yankee Doodle Dandy, George M. Cohan, was a major figure in the development of Broadway, but his classic tune never sounded so good! Master arranger Carl Strommen uses his creative harmonic language and perfect sense of jazz style to turn this Broadway march into a medium slow swing chart that uses the elements of the modern jazz ensemble to the fullest. The arrangement leads off with the band playing the first chorus in the mezzo piano range which is one of the reasons that this is a terrific selection to follow a loud burner. The saxophones get a good workout in their soli, and there is solo space for tenor saxophone and trumpet. (Written solos are included.).

SKU: KN.61696

UPC: 822795616965.

This clever original combines solid swing figures with a few unexpected twists -- just when it sounds like it's going to be in a minor key it suddenly switches to major. Advancing groups will really enjoy the chord changes and variety of material, along with the fact that all sections of the band are featured. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 4:15. Available in SmartMusic. .

SKU: CL.032-4565-01

The basic Mambo rhythms in this chart provide an easy, accessible, and fun introduction to Latin style music for beginning players. Highlights include written solos and duets for both trumpets and altos, and all sections get a chance at the melody. The improvised solo section uses only two chords, and any player will sound good (and feel safe) by using notes from just one major scale. Your band will love it!

SKU: CL.032-4361-01

Sensational ballad feature for solo trombone or tenor sax. It begins simply in a minor key and keeps building to the key change (in major) and a huge, powerful finish. Rhythm section and solo parts are completely written out. A truly impressive and memorable chart at this, or any grade level. Gorgeous!

SKU: KN.42832

UPC: 822795428322.

Written in the style of Slide Hampton's Slide's Derangement (recorded by Maynard Ferguson on Message From Newport), this medium-uptempo blues captures the spirit of Slide's chart in a fresh, accessible original. Alternating between G minor and Bb major, it includes written lines for two open solo sections for all instruments. The chart closes out strong with drums soloing over held chords. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 4:40.

SKU: CL.032-4368-01

A really great rock guitar feature. This up-tempo chart explodes from the first guitar power chord behind a rhythmic horn section introduction right into the melodic verse, verse, chorus, improv format. Your students will be sounding bigger and better right away! The easy Bb major pentatonic scale means there’s no such thing as a wrong note for your rising star guitar player. The guitar part includes tablature for licks with appropriate slides, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and chord shape/performance suggestions. Playable with 3 Saxes, 3 Brass and Rhythm. An outstanding chart for maturing bands who want to really rock the house!

SKU: CL.032-4710-00

Tailor-Made, sounding minor in nature, is based on the Dorian mode of the major scale. Its solo section provides opportunity for more advanced soloists to progress through the changes or equally effective, can be navigated more easily with exclusive use of the C Dorian scale. The shout chorus features juxtaposed measures without the rhythm section against measures with the full ensemble. Following the shout, your drummer is given a chance to shine as the drums trade solo measures with the full ensemble. Scored for full big band, it may also be played with limited instrumentation. No matter the size of the ensemble, this chart will be a perfect fit for your concerts, and you will find it Tailor-Made for your band!

SKU: KN.61696S

UPC: 822795616965.

This clever original combines solid swing figures with a few unexpected twists -- just when it sounds like it's going to be in a minor key it suddenly switches to major. Advancing groups will really enjoy the chord changes and variety of material, along with the fact that all sections of the band are featured. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 4:15. Available in SmartMusic. .

SKU: CL.032-0312-00

A super samba in the Paul Clark tradition, with pol ished ensemble writing and solos for any (or all) saxes. Shifts from major to minor modes to keep things interesting. An all out festival chart.