SKU: CL.028-4245-01

A budget stretching pack of jazz tunes for first year jazz ensembles. This outstanding set provides two rock tunes, a swing tune and a ballad and provides your group with quality materials to get their jazz band started on a very positive note. [barnhouse_sample type=listen sku=030-0399-00 label=STARTING POINT by Bob Lowden] [barnhouse_sample type=listen sku=030-2203-00 label=BOTTOM LINE by Andy Clark] [barnhouse_sample type=listen sku=031-2474-00 label=I'LL JUST PRETEND by Les Aldrich] [barnhouse_sample type=listen sku=031-2535-00 label=A ROCK by Ken Harris] All the arrangements are real audience pleasers and you get the whole set for less than half of cost of the same tunes if purchased separately. Four great arrangements for only $19.50 each. A great value in every respect!

SKU: CL.035-0379-01

A gem of a chart! This talented writer presents more than a few surprises, both rhythmically and harmonically, in this rousing swing tune that places much emphasis on ensemble playing. Soloists are featured too. Great for contest, concert and just plain fun to play.

SKU: FJ.JE4077

UPC: 674398211425. English.

This laid-back arrangement of Jerome Kern's Katy-Did is great for establishing an easy groove. Some optional plunger work for the trumpets can really add to the style. Ideal for introducing the band to some more complex harmonies while staying well within the abilities of your beginning jazz ensemble. A great arrangement!

About FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble

Appropriate for first-year jazz ensembles. Playable with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, and rhythm section. Pieces consist mostly of ensemble writing. Written solos are provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included. Grades 1 - 1.5

SKU: CL.SCM-1100-00

A great new chart of Freddie Hubbards’ great Blues For Miles that really cooks! Freddie describes this tune as Hip Hop Funk on the original CD also entitled Blues for Miles. Mike’s solid arrangement starts out with the trumpets introducing the very funky unison melody followed by a stop time chorus for the saxes. Solos follow for the soloists of your choice on slightly altered Bb blues changes and then an exciting rock flavored shout chorus takes us back to the head. Includes an optional flute part. An outstanding choice for almost any performance opportunity that your students will really enjoy playing.

SKU: AP.41157S

UPC: 038081478555. English.

A great swing tune with great dynamic contrasts, Stompin' at the Savoy includes a sax section soli, ensemble interludes, and a written trumpet 2 solo---and it's all played around 168 BPM. The lead trumpet range is to written B-flat above the staff. You'll love it! (4:07).

SKU: CL.032-4579-01

Tame your young beasts with this fun beginning rock chart. This chart has all the right stuff - a steady beat, easy rhythms and ranges, and it is fun to play too! In the optional two-bar solo section, encourage your young improvisers with solos based on only one chord (suggested solos provided.) Great for concert or contest, and a great way to introduce improvisation and build confidence. Your students and audience will love Animal Control!.

SKU: KN.60810S

UPC: 822795608106.

Dedicated to Ned Corman, director of The Commission Project, this tenor saxophone feature pulls from the tradition of great blues tenor players like Stanley Turrentine and Gene Ammons. Listening to recordings of these players will give your soloist an idea of the personality and conviction that will guarantee a winning performance. Contrasting dynamics and solid ensemble writing are also hallmarks of this hard-swinging shuffle original for developing groups. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:30.

SKU: KJ.ZB364

UPC: 8402701651.

Using the Force is a contemporary sounding swing chart that will take your band to the next level of sophistication. The tasteful scoring contrasts hip contrapuntal lines with exciting full ensemble writing. This chart is great for showing off your chops as an ensemble, and will keep your audience's attention from beginning to end. It's the perfect selection for your next concert or festival! Highest trumpet note: A (opt. B).

SKU: KJ.ZB401F

UPC: 8402702576.

An infectious groove makes this one hard to stop. Most of the chart is in a funky rock style, but the solos shift to a traditional swinging blues. Great for players and audiences alike. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Bean's Bag is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation. Full Score.

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: HL.7014171

UPC: 196288174424. 9.0x12.0x0.257 inches.

This standard by Horace Silver features a distinctive bass line groove and a laid back Latin style. Expertly adapted for this easy level, here is a great way to introduce the music of this jazz master to your students.