SKU: KN.GJK2307

12 x 9 inches.

This unique set of 17 warm-up pieces for the young Jazz Ensemble covers the essential rhythmic and harmonic elements found in two styles of Jazz: even eighth note (such as Latin Rock) and Swing music. After the initial two legato warm-ups, the music is divided into four sections: Even eighth note examples in B flat, Swing examples in B flat, even eighth note examples in F and Swing examples in F. Each exercise builds on the previous example so younger jazz students will be introduced to essential rhythms and phrases in a well-sequenced method. The rhythm section parts are carefully crafted to allow maximum flexibility for each player. All the Warm-ups are designed to work at a variety of tempos and with various dynamic shadings, so each one can be used in a multitude of ways.

SKU: AP.50951S

ISBN 9781470669904. UPC: 038081591797. 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: AP.48228

UPC: 038081557342. English.

Night and Day arranged by Scott Ragsdale is a great Cole Porter standard for your vocalist with a bossa groove around 160 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to a written A above the staff with a written-out tenor sax solo and optional C, B-flat, E-flat, and trombone solo lead parts for flexibility. Vocal range is from low F below middle C to B third line treble clef. Excellent chart! (3:15).

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: KJ.JZB387

UPC: 8402701963.

Spice up your repertoire with hip-hop! The initial riff-based melody is augmented with pyramid figures from the rest of the ensemble. The coiled energy that is built up in this first section of the tune is released into the kinetic motion of the B section. This leads to an extended tenor sax solo that will really allow your soloist to stretch out. A stop time low brass feature follows, which leads back into the head of the tune, where the ensemble can ride it out to the end.

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!