SKU: AP.49613S

ISBN 9781470651459. UPC: 038081572369. English.

Curacao Blue by Zachary Smith has a Latin groove with an easy bossa rhythmic pattern. Features a tempo around 134 BPM, trumpet 1 range to written E top space, a written tenor solo, clear articulation with complete rhythm section notation, and optional instrument parts with vibes. This accessible chart will transport everyone to the islands! (3:10).

SKU: KN.SN70028S

UPC: 822795700281.

Obtaining a good blend is always difficult with an open sax voicing such as the one in measure 73it may take several attempts to achieve this. This arrangement also uses the voicing of 1st Alto Sax in prime unison with 1st Trumpet during ensemble sections. As for dynamics, remember to increase volume when ascending the scale and decrease it when descending the scale.

SKU: AP.38689

UPC: 038081436999. English.

Enjoy this infectious modal samba! Very creative and playable, with a groovy intro that includes a recurring rhythm section pattern along with written-out solos for trumpet 2 and tenor 1 and excellent development throughout. Yeah, you heard it, get off the couch and play this chart. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.46162S

UPC: 038081528991. English.

As the title suggests, it's a swinger with a hints of the classic Gene Krupa drum pattern. The tempo is around 200 BPM, lots of action for the trombones, written suggested solos for trumpet, tenor, trombone, and drums, a huge shout chorus, add great dynamics and well-notated rhythm parts too. Optional parts include vibes. It's big! (4:40).

SKU: CL.032-4710-01

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!