Big band (Alto/Soprano Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trumpet 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-931

Swing. Composed by Ballard Macdonald, Billy Rose, Charlie Barnet, and Joseph Meyer. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 931. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-931).

English.

This is a wonderful chart, an old tune in a new dress, as only Bill Holman can do it. It's the exact chart as recorded by the terrific Charlie Barnet Big Band. The tempo is bright, a swinging excursion into the clever writing of Holman. Solo space for piano, alto, tenor, trumpet, and drums. There is a great sax section soli and the usual, wonderful, roaring ensemble shout choruses. A big finish ends an amazing chart. 5-5-4-4 (4 tpts. work just as well).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1 (Solo), Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4 (Solo), Trombone 1 (Solo), Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1249

Swing. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1249. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1249).

As recorded by the Oliver Nelson Orchestra on their album Berlin Dialogue for Orchestra, Checkpoint Charlie is some of Nelson's most creative writing. Full of up-tempo energy, Oliver masterfully intertwines the melody in the saxophones with counter-lines from the brass to create an incredible tapestry of sound. There is plenty of solo space for trombone to stretch out, giving a great contrast from the full ensemble sections to the lone soloist with rhythm section. This edited version maintains the integrity of Oliver's original recording while simplifying some of the rhythms, making brass ranges more accessible, and providing solo space for tenor, trumpet, or trombone. 5-4-4-3.

By Benny Goodman. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Jimmy Mundy. For big band. Swing. Medium-difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

Big band (Alto Sax/Flute 1, Alto/Soprano Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax/Flute 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-932

Swing. Composed by Charlie Parker. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Fast Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 932. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-932).

English.

This chart is not for the faint-of-heart. It moves at a fast, swinging pace, and it captures the spirit of Parker's classic bebop tune, including the humor. As recorded on the new CD The Bill Holman Band Live, this chart allows for solos by tenor sax, trombone and piano. This is the whole package ..... outstanding ensemble writing and lots of solo space. This should be in every big band library. Flute doubles (short passages) on alto and tenor 1 parts. 5-4-4-4.

By Claude Thornhill. Arranged by Gil Evans. For big band with vocal solo. Swing. Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1178

Ballad. Composed by James Sherman, Jimmy Davis, Roger Ramirez, and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1178. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1178).

This chart was originally written for Charlie Parker to perform with the Stan Kenton Orchestra. Eventually it was recorded by Lee Konitz. The ensemble writing is very playable with no range concerns in the brass. If you have a great alto saxophone player (the solo is mostly chord symbols), this is an easy tune to put together with your band and will be a spectacular addition to any concert program. 5-5-5-3.

By Charlie Parker. Arranged by Joe Lipman. For big band. Swing. Advanced. Full score and set of parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

By Charlie Barnet. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Billy Moore, Jr.. For big band (6/4/4/4). Swing. Medium-difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

By Charlie Parker. Arranged by Jimmy Carroll. For big band. Swing. Difficult. Full score and set of parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

Arranged by Tom Kubis. Score and parts. Published by Walrus Music Publishing (WA.55607).