SKU: CL.SCM-1101-01

From jazz saxophonist Eric Alexander’s most recent album, BE COOL, Steve Briody’s Footsteps features a contemporary jazz Latin groove written at a moderate level to provide a welcome addition to your jazz ensemble repertoire. Includes a drum solo section that could be easily augmented by adding an array of Latin percussion instruments. Lots of great ensemble writing and plenty of solo space for the soloists of your choice make this a superlative choice for any festival or contest performance. Includes an optional flute part. A real winner!

SKU: LO.60-1019H

UPC: 000308076394.

If you have a beginning jazz ensemble, this work deserves your serious consideration. Based upon a traditional Native American song, this composition is a theme and variations tour de force! The simple theme is stated by all the winds with some Stravinsky-like punctuation in the rhythm section. This theme is then transformed through four key centers and a contrapuntal treatment before arriving at the shout chorus, in this case a beautiful reharmonization of the melody.

SKU: PE.HX9004

With a bit of progressive rock and a lot of half-time funk, this great chart can be rounded out with optional synthesizer and electric guitar. The sticky grooves and melodies drive the point home. Two carefully transcribed solos are provided for trumpet and guitar that match the superb recorded solos, or they can be improvised as desired. Optional parts are included for flute/violin, clarinet and F horn, and the lead trumpet range is to G top of staff. You can have fun and experiment with different effects in the optional synthesizer part that's well worth the effort. Serious fun and great change-of-pace programming!

SKU: AP.36056S

UPC: 038081409474. English.

A very hip and contemporary chart arranged and recorded by Kris Berg for his big band in the Dallas area. A mysterioso-sounding intro blossoms into this powerful chart. Solo space for alto, trumpet, tenor, and trombone, and lots of ensemble action for the whole group. Lead trumpet range is to written D above the staff.

SKU: CL.032-2502-00

A medium swinger that’s really nice. Includes an optional flute part that adds color to the chart and gives it a unique flavor. Opens with a combo within the band featuring Alto, Trumpet and the optional Flute and then really gets down to some serious ensemble writing which is always a feature of Mark Latham charts. After an open solo section (written suggested solos are provided), the combo reprises the theme and then it’s off to the big finish. An exceptionally tasty chart by an exceptionally talented writer!

SKU: KN.GJK2307

12 x 9 inches.

This unique set of 17 warm-up pieces for the young Jazz Ensemble covers the essential rhythmic and harmonic elements found in two styles of Jazz: even eighth note (such as Latin Rock) and Swing music. After the initial two legato warm-ups, the music is divided into four sections: Even eighth note examples in B flat, Swing examples in B flat, even eighth note examples in F and Swing examples in F. Each exercise builds on the previous example so younger jazz students will be introduced to essential rhythms and phrases in a well-sequenced method. The rhythm section parts are carefully crafted to allow maximum flexibility for each player. All the Warm-ups are designed to work at a variety of tempos and with various dynamic shadings, so each one can be used in a multitude of ways.

SKU: AP.1-ADV31300

UPC: 805095313000. English. Traditional.

Burungkaka is an Indonesian folk song which is known throughout Malaysia. It is about an old parrot which sits near the window, singing. The children make fun of it in a good-natured manner. Originally arranged in 1997 for virtuoso jazz trombonist Albert Mangelsdorff and the WDR Big Band by Bill Dobbins. Albert had recorded the piece many years earlier on a trio recording of his. Saxes double on flute, clarinet, or bass clarinet. First alto doubles on soprano. Substitute saxophone parts are provided on the reverse side of the woodwind parts. First trumpet goes to C (2 ledger lines above staff).

SKU: AP.43715

UPC: 038081493824. English.

A tour de force ensemble arrangement! This Patrick Williams chart features a grand intro that has optional woodwind doubles for piccolo, flute, and clarinet, along with the optional horn in F parts. Including a sax soli, various space for solos, and a fantastic shout chorus the swing tempo is 132 BPM. Brilliant writing! (2:11).

SKU: AP.50943S

ISBN 9781470669744. UPC: 038081591636. English.

The well-known classic spiritual with a funky rock feel played around 110 BPM. Brief written solo statements from various players and modest trumpet 1 range to written E top space. Optional parts include flute, clarinet, horn, baritone horn, tuba, and vibes. This is a well-crafted and effective chart everyone will love! (3:35).

SKU: KN.62585S

UPC: 822795625851.

Every well-paced concert needs a chart like this. Veteran jazz educator Bob Washut brings us this even-8ths feel original composed for the State University of New York at Oswego Jazz Ensemble. It requires a mature approach from all members of the band as they transition through various dynamic levels. Solo space is given to guitar and tenor sax. Duration 7:25.

SKU: KJ.ZB328

This period composition pays tribute to trumpeter Bubber Miley and alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges, both contributors to the legendary sound of the early Duke Ellington orchestra.

SKU: KN.02960S

UPC: 822795029604.

In Horace Silver's own words, this sassy, bluesy shuffle with a bebop-style melody portrays a mythical man of rather dubious character. An alto, trumpet and trombone trio give the opening and closing presentations of the theme, and each of those players carries a full-length solo chorus in between. A sustained band chord with ad lib flourishes by the trio brings everything to a dramatic, satisfying close. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 5:40.