Big band - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-230

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Count Basie. Sheet music. Medium Swing. Score and parts, Condensed Score. Handelsware #SMP 230. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-230).

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This chart was recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on the CD I Told You So. This is yet another terrific Holman chart written for that band! A medium-tempo swing chart which features, among other things, a marvelous sax soli (about three choruses). This is an absolutely wonderful chart, written for and recorded by the great Basie Band. 5-5-4-4 (flute double on tenor part) (condensed score).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2-4, Flugelhorn 5, Trombone 1-4, Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vibraphone) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1198

Swing. Composed by Michel Legrand. Arranged by Vern Sielert. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1198. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1198).

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Vern Sielert has created a marvelous arrangement of Michel LeGrand's extremely popular melody. As recorded by the North Texas Two O'Clock Lab Band, it is set in a modern ECM swing feel. The melody is stated by alto saxophone and flugelhorn, and they are featured throughout with extensive room for improvisation. Brass ranges are moderate. This is the original pro version requiring 10 brass players. This chart will surely join Vern's arrangements of I Thought About You and Like Someone in Love as best-sellers! 5-5-5-4 (opt. vibes).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-2, Bass Trombone, Trombone 4 (optional), Piano, Bass, Drums) - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-149

Ballad. Composed by John Frederick Coots. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 149. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-149).

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A medium tempo, very interesting setting for this well-known standard. Lots of unison lines and superb counterpoint make this a masterful chart. You will NOT be disappointed in this one, or any of Holman's charts, for that matter. 5-4-4-3.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-577

Trumpet Feature. Composed by Jerome Kern and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Gerry Mulligan. Sheet music. Trumpet Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 577. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-577).

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One of those mystery charts that hardly anyone knows about, this chart is a beauty. Mulligan was a master at creating moods and using wonderful chord substitutions, as he did in this medium ballad. The arrangement features Trumpet throughout (written to feature Buddy Childers), and it was played very often by the Kenton Band. The brass ranges and rhythms for all are very reasonable (written Bb above the staff for Trumpet). This is a VERY impressive chart that is easy to play. 5-5-5-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 2-5, Trombone 1-4, Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-582

Swing. Composed by James Van Heusen and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 582. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-582).

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As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on Adventures In Standards CD, this is a wonderful, swinging chart on a great tune. As usual, Lennie does a great job arranging it, with terrific section work and limited ranges for the brass (written high D for 1st Tpt). There is a nice, lengthy solo for Baritone Sax. 5-5-5-3 (can be played with 8 brass).

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

SKU: M7.SMP-194

Bossa/Ballad. Composed by Ray Brown. Arranged by Geoff Keezer. Sheet music. Bossa/Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 194. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-194).

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An absolutely stunning feature for flugelhorn and piano!! The great bassist Ray Brown wrote this gorgeous bossa/ballad, and Geoff Keezer gave it his special, inventive touch. One of the great jazz pianists collaborates with the premier jazz bassist to create a true work of art. And, it is not difficult to play. Range is very reasonable throughout, and, the transparent, light approach Geoff takes, makes it very playable. 5-4-4-4.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-233

Swing. Composed by Dale Wilson. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 233. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-233).

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Holman has a wonderful knack of taking just about any tune and making it swing like crazy. This one sure does! Recorded on The Fabulous Bill Holman LP, this chart is amazing in its simplicity and effectiveness. A great opener or closer!! Features alto, tenor and baritone saxes, trpt. and dms. 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Soloist, Clarinet/Alto Sax 1, Clarinet/Alto Sax 2, Clarinet/Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Bass Clarinet/Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums, Mallets/Vibes/Xylo) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-989

Rock/Fusion. Composed by Astor Piazzolla. Arranged by Fred Sturm. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 989. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-989).

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As recorded on Libertango ! Hommage to Astor Piazzolla by the HR Big Band (Germany), this arrangement will surely lift your audiences out of their seats. It features a main soloist of your choice (originally recorded with bandoneon solo) and another solo for tenor saxophone. Various parts are included for different soloists to use. This marvelous arrangement opens with warm sounds in clarinets, muted trombones and flugelhorns behind the beautiful melody stated by the primary soloist. The setting is a medium tango, with a short, exciting swing section near the end of the chart. Once the piece moves into a strong, rock-fusion feel, there is no turning back. You and your band will love this chart. This requires clarinet doubles on the top 3 saxophone parts and bass clarinet on the baritone part. There is also a mallet part (marimba, vibes and xylophone). 5-4-4-5.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1072

Swing. Composed by Benny Carter and Count Basie. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1072. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1072).

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Anyone familiar with Benny Carter's music knows what to expect ....... the highest quality, lovely melodies or swinging tunes that lift you out of your seat. This piece is a part of the CD The Legend, as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra. It is a bright, swinging, happy chart with solo space for tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano and bass. It makes a great opener. This is the way to wake up your band and your audiences. 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Flute, Soprano Sax, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-3, Flugelhorn 4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vibraphone) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1201

Baiao. Composed by Rich DeRosa. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1201. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1201).

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Rich DeRosa has created a marvelous Latin composition in a baião feel that is recorded by the North Texas Two O'Clock Lab Band. It comes out of the gate roaring. The very hip melody is stated by flute, soprano saxophone, alto saxophone, trumpet and piano. There is plenty of room for improvisation with soloists of your choice, including space for your drummer and any other percussion you might choose to add. The ending of the piece is wild and always brings audiences to their feet! 5-4-4-4 (opt. vibes).

Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32395300

Composed by Les Hooper. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32395300. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32395300).

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Take your students and audiences on a quick tour of the History of Jazz with this impressive Les Hooper chart for better bands. Starts in the 1920's and moves forward about a decade for each following chorus until you get to the present. A great way to teach many jazz styles and features short solos(written) for piano, trombone,trumpet and drums. Even includes a short section for dixieland band. Totally unique!

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1214

Down Mexico Way. Composed by Jimmy Kennedy and Michael Carr. Arranged by Billy Byers. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1214. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1214).

Billy Byers, known for his wildly successful arrangements for the Count Basie Orchestra, provided them with some of their best music ever performed and recorded. Originally recorded on the album Frankly Basie, 'South of the Border' has it all - Basie piano solos (written out), roaring ensemble passages, a swinging saxophone soli, and some compelling key changes. There is solo space for tenor saxophone, trumpet, and piano. If you want your band and audiences to experience to joy of Basie, then this chart is a must! 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vibraphone (opt.)) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1177

Composed by James Miley. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1177. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1177).

James Miley brings us an original, fresh and fun-to-play composition titled Swing State. With bop-ish lines over a swing feel (with a funky back-beat), this chart brings new life to an eager rhythm section and interesting, interactive rhythmic figures to the ensemble. You choose the soloists from tenor saxophone, trumpet and/or trombone. There is also some solo space for your drummer. Miley is a wonderful composer, and this chart is a great addition to our growing library of contemporary composers. 5-4-4-5.

Big band - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32285000

Rock. Composed by Andy Clark. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32285000. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32285000).

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You won't want to shoot your trombone section after they get a hold of this exceptional rock chart! Features the whole trombone section as it rocks hard from start to finish, great audience pleaser!

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1112

Long Version. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1112. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1112).

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This arrangement of I Hope In Time a Change Will Come came about through a desire to hear/play more than one chorus of this stunningly beautiful melody by Oliver Nelson. The basis for this new arrangement was Nelson's original chart, but this one is two choruses, not one. Part of the second chorus can be improvised. The soloist throughout is soprano saxophone (could be played on tenor saxophone or trumpet if you so desire). This is a slow, gorgeous ballad that will thrill your audiences. 5-4-4-3.