Originally arranged for Ernie Andrews this hard-swinging chart provides a real workout for band and vocalist alike. The blues-infused style features interplay between the singer and the band as well as short solos for piano andtrumpet. Let it roar!Recorded on ?Smack Dab in the Middle? ? The Hal Leonard Jazz Orchestra conducted by John Clayton (07011581)

With a tip of the hat to the swing ballad stylings of Mr. Basie here is a marvelous original from the pen of Steve Allee. With a beautiful sense of pacing and full band orchestrations this chart makes it easy for your group tosound great! Also featured are a trumpet solo and tasty piano fills (naturally).

There's always time for the blues. This original by John Clayton (and recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on “Heart and Soul”) is set in a bluesy and relaxed tempo and provides lots of room for soloists to“holler” at each other. After the opening conversation between two trumpets the sax section lays down the main theme followed by answers provided by the brass. Solos for tenor alto trombone piano follow andfinally the full band takes us the rest of the way. This is a great chart to settle back on and just swing!

(Corner Pocket)-One of the classic arrangements from the Count Basie Orchestra is adapted for younger bands in this authentic-sounding version by Mark Taylor. The signature piano intro is scored for trumpets in mutes and all the familiar ensemblepassages are included. There are brief solos for trumpet and tenor before the well-known shout chorus closes it out. A must for all bands.

This is the powerful opening track from the acclaimed CD ?Impulsive!? by the Danish Radio Jazz Orchestra playing the music of Brazilian composer/pianist Eliane Elias as arranged by the legendary Bob Brookmeyer. Thischart simply roars with big band energy and power as the opening full band statement gives way to a relaxed swing shuffle. Featuring brilliant ensemble writing and plenty of solo space for piano this is an arrangement not to bemissed by mature bands.

After an opening ensemble blast and short piano statement a trio of flute muted trumpet and guitar take the reins on this medium swing gem by John Clayton (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Absolutely).The trumpet solo and unison sax soli are followed by a powerful ensemble shout. The pace softens a bit as the opening trio brings this exciting and dynamic chart full circle.

This is the authentic Nestico arrangement as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra! Opening with a piano introduction this medium swing chart progresses through statements by the saxes expertly woven brass figures and shoutingensemble sections. Includes solo space for trumpet tenor and piano. This definitive version is a masterpiece of arranging craftsmanship!

Written for the Ellington orchestra by saxophonist Johnny Hodges this catchy riff-based tune swings hard from beginning to end. After the hard-hitting opening solos are exchanged by tenor trombone trumpet and piano. In typicalClayton-Hamilton fashion the piece roars to an exhilarating full tilt finish!

Monk tunes are always creative and a bit out of the ordinary. Also out of the GRP All-Star Big Band book this marvelous orchestration explores a variety of dissonances textures and styles. The tempo is slow and alternates witha swing double time feel. Piano is featured in the beginning and there is solo space for tenor sax as well. Woodwind doubles are required (flutes and soprano saxes).