SKU: KN.61165

UPC: 822795611655.

This chart conjures up mental images of driving on a curvy mountain road overlooking a picturesque desert valley. This exciting chart for advancing groups has a driving 12/8 funk feel that is sure to engage your band and audiences with its relentless intensity - but without excessive brass range demands (trumpet: D6 and trombone: G4). The harmonies are sturdy and the melodies are memorable. All instrumental sections have interesting, well-articulated parts and solo space is provide for guitar and piano. A guitar chord chard by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:55.

SKU: KN.61690

UPC: 822795616903.

Set in an easy, modern samba feel, this chart for advancing groups is influenced by the music of Pat Metheny, Kenny Wheeler, and Maria Schneider. Smooth lines and satisfying chord voicings combine to create a gentle, yet complex conversation between sections of the jazz ensemble, and the use of cross-section writing promotes a strong sense of independence. The sophisticated and comfortable chord changes give the tenor sax and trumpet soloists a chance to stretch out and fully develop their ideas. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set, and rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 8:20. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.61820

UPC: 822795618204.

A solid, infectious 3/4 funk groove is coupled with a modern chord progression to give this driving chart plenty of audience appeal. Written or ad lib solos are offered for tenor sax and trumpet, but can be assigned to other instruments if desired. Written for advancing groups, trumpets double on flugelhorn, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:45.

SKU: KN.61473

UPC: 822795614732.

This beautiful folkish chart in an even-eighth note ECM style features diatonic melodies over lush chord voicings. The tenor and piano solo can be played as written or ad lib. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:35.

SKU: KN.61557

UPC: 822795615579.

Suitable as an opener or second tune in a festival set, the half-time feel of this hip-hop chart for advancing groups is sure to be a big hit with everyone! Trumpet and tenor sax solos can be played using concert D and F Dorian scales, and notated rhythm parts offer effective comping rhythms to enhance the tuneful melody. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:30.

SKU: KN.61778

UPC: 822795617780.

Your audiences will love this retro R&B original with an upbeat, infectious groove. Originally record by the composer on Try Something Neu (NuGroove Records NUG-2036-2), this chart is reminiscent of the old school Sound Of Philadelphia sound from the 1970's. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 4:40.

SKU: KN.61035S

UPC: 822795610352.

Continuing with Carl Strommen's popular baseball-theme charts, this one refers to the tradition of infielders tossing the ball to each other after a successful out. It opens with an unaccompanied bass solo, followed by a trumpet and tenor soli. The same duo is later featured in the written or ad-lib solo section. Set in a bright swing groove for advancing groups, shifts between 2 and 4 feels and solid material for all make it a sure winner. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 3:05.

SKU: KN.42302

UPC: 822795423020. 12 x 9 inches.

All young jazz musicians need to develop a sense for the blues and this chart gets them started on this essential song form. The infectious melody sets up the journey that includes solid scoring and effective use of basic swing rhythms. An open solo section (written solos provided) rounds out the teaching opportunities. Duration 3:20.

SKU: KN.52765

As recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on the Incredible Journey CD, this tune features the drummer in a series of short cameo fills that eventually culminate in an unaccompanied, expandable solo just before the closing chorus. An open solo section for winds (changes cued for trumpet and tenor sax) is also included, making this a strong program opener or closer for better bands. Duration 5:35.

SKU: KN.61650

UPC: 822795616507.

This funky rock tune includes conservative ranges, fully written-out rhythm section parts, and repetitive rhythms which makes it playable by advancing groups through professionals. The piano has a solo, and then is followed by the solo section that includes chord changes in all parts. Scoring calls for 5 trumpets, optional vibes, and SATTB saxophones, however an optional alto part is provided for the soprano part. A guitar chord charts is included in each set. Duration 3:50.

SKU: KN.1463

UPC: 822795014631.

This chart gives every player and every section the chance to show off! First the tune is played by brass in octaves. Next there's a sax soli. And after that the brass play a contrapuntal chorus, followed by a full group shout. Last but not least, there are two sections that may be opened up for solos with backgrounds. The pace is moderate, and each set comes with a supplemental guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson.

SKU: KN.61330

UPC: 822795613308.

This exciting, uptempo samba for advancing groups is a great way to spotlight a fabulous trombone section on the familiar In A Mellow Tone or Rose Room chord changes. Trombones not only play the melody, but also the shout chorus, and each player in the section has changes for soloing. In his score notes, the composer suggests adding two or more Latin percussionists to the standard personnel when possible. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:25.

SKU: KN.61714

UPC: 822795617146.

Inspired by the music Sammy Nestico wrote for Count Basie, this medium swing chart features the saxophones and trumpets in strong unison melodies. Naturally, written or ad lib solos are assigned to piano and tenor sax (or trumpet). Standard instrumentation with optional vibes

Trumpet Range = C6

Trombone Range = G4.