SKU: KN.41928S

UPC: 822795419288.

Take a strong R&B groove, add a fun-to-play melody with a catchy hook, stir in some solid ensemble writing, and you have the recipe for a rock chart that will be a hit with students and audiences alike. The solo section features a 16-bar blues that will be a great vehicle for young soloists to develop their jazz chops. Scored at the very easy level for 5 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all and optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F are included. Duration 4:52.

SKU: KN.41829S

UPC: 822795418293.

The minor blues is an essential song form in the jazz language. This swing chart written at the very easy level provides the perfect vehicle to introduce this important form to developing players. Featuring a strong melody, solid ensemble work and an open solo section for players to gain improvisation experience over a minor blues. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:36.

SKU: KN.60823S

UPC: 822795608236.

This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. Solos may be improvised or played as written, and additional highlights include a double time section, a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and lots of confidence-building unison figures. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:15. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60825S

UPC: 822795608250.

This high-energy swingin blues is a guaranteed crowd pleaser! Scored for developing groups, it places strong emphasis on ensemble work, including a 'horns alone' chorus and a swinging sax soli. A written or ad lib solo is included for trumpet, and a rousing shout chorus brings this piece to an exciting finish. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 2:55. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60350S

UPC: 822795603507.

This engaging rock ballad featuring a trumpet soloist (scored for 5 trumpets) boasts a beautiful melody backed by lush ensemble writing. It includes a written or ad lib section for the soloist, a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson, and is playable by 11-17 players. Duration 5:00. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.KEN60042S

UPC: 822795600421.

Written for developing bands, this chart is a swinging, shuffle blues with a fun saxophone soli, a written or ad lib solo for trumpet, and a richly scored ensemble section. Showcasing the entire dynamic range of the band, from a whisper to a roar, it also features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:35. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60807S

UPC: 822795608076.

A guaranteed way to engage an audience is to play a powerful shuffle chart - this one is the perfect choice. An added feature is the a cappella horns-alone passage in the middle of the piece. A richly scored ensemble chorus showcases the dynamic range of the band right after the solo section, which features alto sax and trumpet on chord changes based on two blues scales. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:00. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.41814S

UPC: 822795418149.

Looking for just the right seasoning to spice up your next program? Cajun Chili Peppers is the perfect choice! A strong, happy Latin groove is the foundation of this very easy level chart. Beginning with the drums, the horn section then states the opening fanfare, followed by a solo section, and the full ensemble takes the chart out. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:11. Available in SmartMusic.