SKU: KN.42787S
UPC: 822795427875.
Here's the perfect combination of a catchy melody, great scoring and all the essential swing figures that medium level groups need to know. A written or ad lib solo section is included for alto and trombone. 2nd Trumpet doubles on flugelhorn, and an optional flute part is included. Duration 4:20. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.42787
SKU: KN.61185
UPC: 822795611854.
Given the widespread popularity of Jeff Jarvis' funk charts for big band, you're going to love this original for advancing groups. Solos are offered for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone, but can also be played by guitar and piano if desired. After the solo section, the drums and horns have a staccato section a la Tower of Power. Everyone has interesting and challenging parts to play throughout, and each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:50. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: CL.SCM-1072-00
Our newest writer on our writing staff has composed an exciting Mambo based on minor blues changes. Beginning with a cappella unison horns, this theme continues for 2 more choruses before the solos start. Following the G minor blues solo section is an interesting semi-stop chorus which leads to an open drum/percussion soli section.
SKU: KN.52030
Written for the great Count Basie band in 1971, this alto sax feature in a warm, downtempo ballad setting provides written lines for the soloist so players with limited improvisation experience can still carry the day. An 8-bar ad lib solo for piano is also included, and rhythm section parts are notated.
SKU: KN.62063
UPC: 822795620634.
This swing original for advancing groups is equally appropriate as an opener, closer, or anything in between. Included are brief idiomatic saxophone soli passages, a stop-time section featuring the horns, and accessible solo changes. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:15.
SKU: HL.7014273
UPC: 196288207085.
With its roots in early jazz, “Basin Street Blues” is a great way to introduce the concept of “call and response” to your young players. This arrangement scored for 6 horns features solid ensemble scoring and a stop-time accompaniment for the solo section. Easy to learn, yet very effective.
SKU: KN.61185S
SKU: CL.SCM-1076-01
Richard DeRosa, who is currently the lead composition teacher at North Texas State University in Denton, Texas has composed this modal swing-funk piece that will keep your students fully interested and engaged. A haunting ostinato bass line provides the main groove the rhythm section. The chart features a swing/funk feel where the horns play with a swing feel over the straight feel of the rhythm section. A distinctive contemporary chart which your students and audiences will love. Features great ensemble writing and a one scale solo section makes it possible to get some new soloists playing in your band. Optional high/low 1st trumpet part is provided.
SKU: CL.032-4099-00
A medium tempo swing chart with a playful sound a la the Count Basie style. Features a combo of tenor sax, trumpet and trombone before the whole band gets into the action with some very tasty ensemble writing. Includes an open solo section for the soloists of your choice. Ranges aren’t extreme (trumpet to written Bb and trombone to G above the staff) but the big solid sound is sure to impress. Outstanding concert or festival chart.
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