SKU: CL.032-2212-01
A tasty jazz samba from the pen of master arranger/ composer Lennie Niehaus that includes solos (opt. written solos provided) for Alto, Tenor & Trumpet. Solidly scored with reasonable ranges, this is an excellent tool to teach your band the very popular samba style.
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.61520
UPC: 822795615203.
This straight eighth chart for advancing groups features tenor saxophone and grooves from start to finish as it pays homage to two native South Carolinians, Chris Potter and Chris Bullock (Snarky Puppy). A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration ca. 5:50.
SKU: KN.62753
UPC: 822795627534.
Well-orchestrated, hard-swinging figures abound in this chart for proficient groups that's highly reminiscent of Coltrane's classic Equinox. Frequent use of triplet arpeggios and effective dynamic shadings add to its appeal. Solo space is included for alto and bari sax, along with an open solo section. Recording courtesy of Summit Records. Duration 7:35.
SKU: AP.47022
UPC: 038081539331. English.
A very hip, funky groove chart played around 168 BPM and loaded with the classic Goodwin flair. Plus, sample solos are provided for C instruments, E-flat alto/bari, B-flat tenor, B-flat trumpet, and trombone. Lead trumpet range is to written high C with optional D. The instrumentation incorporates an auxiliary percussion part and optional instruments including flute and vibes. The band and the audience will totally enjoy this great chart!
SKU: CL.030-0300-00
This cute light rock piece should be included on your beginning band’s first concert. Short written solo for Tenor and very moderate Trumpet ranges.
SKU: CL.030-0346-00
An excellent way to introduce the blues to a young band. Chord changes on every part, and suggested solos are included.
SKU: CL.032-2270-00
Hard Drivin’ funk in the Crusaders’ style. A great vehicle for young soloists and can be a super feature for that one really exceptional player in your band! Playable with reduced instrumentation. Suggested solos included.
SKU: AP.47022S
UPC: 038081539348. English.
SKU: CL.032-4265-00
The title says it all! This upbeat swing tune features hip unison riffs, and powerhouse ensemble sections. Built on the blues form, this a great chart for teaching the swing style, and a real audience-pleaser. An optional open section for the solos of your choice (written suggested solos are provided) is included. The shout chorus builds gradually to a blockbuster finish. For your next concert or contest performance, Bringin’ Down The House is a real winner!
SKU: KN.42499
UPC: 822795424997.
Commissioned by friends and colleagues of noted music educator Cliff Kaminsky, this medium level piece is dedicated to his memory. This hard driving shuffle has plenty of ensemble work for everyone and is a perfect choice as an opener or closer. A written or ad lib open solo section for blowing is included, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 3:40.
SKU: CL.SCM-1131-00
This sensitive ensemble ballad is one of Thad’s most beautiful compsitions. Skillfully re-score in a lower key while keeping the original lines allowing students to experience this masterpiece. A great teaching piece for control, intonation, and balancing full ensemble chords. All of these items are fully notated and will expose your young musicians to the sensitive side of Thad's writing. Classic! Optional SATB vocal part included.
SKU: KN.61759
UPC: 822795617597.
This cleverly conceived swing chart for advancing groups is an intriguing opener written in the style of Thelonius Monk. Solo space is provided for alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, and bass. The composer offers detailed rehearsal suggestions that will streamline the learning process. The roaring shout chorus at the end of the piece will get audiences on their feet in a hurry - we guarantee it! A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:15.
SKU: CL.032-4265-01
SKU: CL.032-4751-00
Blue Avenue from the Barnhouse Jazz Starters series, is an easy and fun medium tempo swing piece checks all the boxes - solid groove, tasty riffs, a catchy melody and solid ensemble writing, a great introduction to the swing style. The two-measure solo section, (suggested solo riffs included), will encourage your young improvisers to give it a try. Easy to put together and perform Blue Avenue will have your jazzers swinging in no time.
SKU: KN.42693
UPC: 822795426939.
Here is a great rock chart at the medium easy level that everyone will get into.aEUR^The driving groove sets up the catchy melody and as the chart builds the groove just gets stronger. Audience participation during the hand clapping section will have the whole house rocking. Great music, great fun. Standard instrumentation, the chart also includes a written solo sheet in all keys. Duration 3:24.
SKU: CL.SCM-1131-01
SKU: KN.KEN60305
UPC: 822795603057.
The exciting and fun introduction moves to a big band swing and includes a roaring finish that will have your group sounding like pros! The open solo section (written or ad lib) features any soloist, with solo sheets provided for all. Features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes. Trumpet Range = G5Trombone Range = F4.
SKU: CL.032-4751-01
SKU: CL.032-2270-01
SKU: CL.030-0346-01
SKU: AP.41147S
UPC: 038081475455. English.
An exciting samba at 200 BPM. Little band instrumentation is tenor, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, and drums, and the chart includes solo space for all. (1:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.1-ADV34007
UPC: 805095340075. English.
Proxy is a new arrangement by Mike Titlebaum in the Big Band plus series for classic big band. The swinging shuffle groove is light-hearted, yet also has a driving energy. The publication includes additional parts for percussion, horn, and tuba.
SKU: CL.031-2578-01
A bright shuffle arrangement for younger bands that really kicks! Includes an open section for solos by any instrument and lots of great ensemble licks that really give this chart appeal. The ranges are modest, but the results are not. Your students will love performing this great chart. Playable with limited instrumentation and an outstanding choice for contest or concert use! A Real Winner!
SKU: KN.60446
UPC: 822795604467.
This beautiful ballad scored for developing groups features 2nd Trumpet with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. The double time solo section can be played as written or ad lib. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 4:30.
SKU: CL.SCM-1107-00
Carl Strommen’s new ballad is written as an alto sax feature but also includes solo parts to allow a trumpet or trombone to play the solo part. This classy rock ballad allows you to feature one of your best players and provide a delightful change of pace to any performance. Ranges and technical requirements are quite modest and an optional flute part is also included.
SKU: AP.50951
ISBN 9781470669898. UPC: 038081591780. English.
Yes, it's hip! A clever swinging treatment of a catchy tune played around 150 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to written B above the staff, the solo section includes suggested solos written for C, B-flat, E-flat and trombone players, your choice. The shout chorus features drums trading with the ensemble and the optional parts include flute and vibes. (5:20).
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.00298
UPC: 822795002980.
This innovative Yasinitsky original showcases trombone soloist throughout. The prevailing ballad style switches to double time swing during the main solo chorus for a refreshing change of pace, and harmonies feature the chord extensions normally found in more advanced charts. Though he provides written solo lines to conform with the requirements of our Konvertibles series, in his score notes Greg urges directors to encourage young soloists to try improvisation. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is also included with every set.
SKU: CL.031-2708-00
A tasty little swing tune for younger bands! Includes a written piano solo and separate soli sections for saxes, trumpets, and trombones. An excellent chart to teach your students classic swing style figures and concepts. Ken Harris is a master at writing easy charts that sound great and this one is one of his nicest! A real winner!