SKU: KJ.ZB379F
UPC: 8402701953.
About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!
SKU: KN.61052
UPC: 822795610529.
Commissioned by the Northwest Missouri All-District Honor Band, this funky tune for advancing groups features a swinging bass line fused with a half-time, hip hop groove. It includes a fun saxophone soli, written or ad lib solos for tenor and trumpet, and an exciting ensemble section which grows from a whisper to a roar. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.61752
UPC: 822795617528.
Equally appropriate as an opener, closer, or anything in between, the solid swing groove will energize your band and its audiences. The melody shifts between swing 8th and triplet rhythms and brass ranges are accessible. The open solo section can be played by anyone, with solo sheets provided in all keys.
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.SN70178
UPC: 822795701784.
Recorded on the Quincy Jones-Sammy Sammy Nestico CD Basie And Beyond, this medium-tempo swing journey covers every aspect of the big band jazz experience: a brass section chorus, two sax choruses, room for any number of soloists to stretch out, and rich full-ensemble writing to drive the message home.
SKU: KN.43442
UPC: 822795434422.
Emulating the music of Bob Brookmeyer, Maria Schneider and Gil Evans, this creative original opens with a haunting melody played by solo flugelhorn before the burning swing groove kicks in. Solo choruses later on feature flugelhorn and tenor, and the chart ends on a quiet note. Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on the CD Lab 2009. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 7:39.
SKU: AP.46160S
UPC: 038081528977. English.
Swinging at around 144 BPM, this jazz standard has superb suggested (written) solos for tenor and trumpet, accessible brass ranges, nice solis, and interludes. Just what you need for your concert! (4:05).
SKU: KN.61621
UPC: 822795616217.
Commissioned by Steve Holland and the Dowling Catholic High School Jazz Ensemble, this beautiful ballad/jazz waltz for advancing groups showcases a trombone soloist throughout. The melody is cast in a lush ballad setting that encloses an improvised solo section in a jazz waltz style. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:45.
SKU: KN.60812S
UPC: 822795608120.
This rock original utilizing a variety of rhythmic figures and a groove that is reminiscent of the popular Michael MacDonald and Doobie Brothers tunes of the 1980's. The solo section includes written or ad lib solos for any player. Duration 4:50.
SKU: KN.60813S
UPC: 822795608137.
This tuneful, accessible gospel tune for developing groups is sure to find its way into many big band folders. Opening with a short notated alto solo, it kicks into a strong groove that will energize your next concert program. The solo section has very accessible chord changes, and frequent articulations are provided for the horns. The rhythm parts are an integral part of the arrangement, not merely an afterthought, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 3:45. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.60110
UPC: 822795601107.
This piece utilizes a variety of rhythmic figures commonly seen in swing charts, and employs a tuneful melody supported by a simple, yet effective chord progression and solid orchestration. Designed to make developing groups sound their best, it features flexible instrumentation, very accessible brass ranges, completely notated rhythm parts, and a nice sax soli for a piece that is great fun to play and hear. Written or ad lib solos are provided for 1st Alto and 1st Trumpet. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 3:25. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: KN.60110S
SKU: KN.60812
SKU: KN.52350
As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their 1972 album Suite For Pops, soprano sax gets the lion's share of solo action in this bright swinger, with additional solos for tenor, trumpet and drums added for good measure. Plenty of bold tutti writing keeps the overall energy (and volume) level high, making this a great program opener or closer. Duration 5:30.
SKU: KN.60670S
UPC: 822795606706.
This accessible ballad in the style of Count Basie emphasizes lyricism, lush harmonies, unified phrasing and a wide range of dynamics. Composed for developing big bands, it features a memorable melody throughout. While written solos for trumpet and trombone are included, improvising over easy chord progressions is encouraged. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 4:15.
SKU: KN.60760S
UPC: 822795607604.
This swingin' blues for developing groups features a moderate tempo, written or ad lib solos for trumpet and alto, and a series of solo fills by the drummer that create a dramatic conversation with the band. Rehearsal suggestions include a detailed note-grouping analysis is provided so that all players think in terms of the same sub-phrases to achieve an expressive performance. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 3:00.
SKU: KN.52350S
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