SKU: CL.032-4843-00

A Few Miles More is an original composition by Mike Hammonds that puts everyone deep in that swinging groove from the start! Based on a twelve-bar blues in E-flat, it features exciting throwback styles including stop-time and call and response used in those famous jam sessions of yesteryear. The shout chorus drives the tune home and keeps the whole ensemble fully engaged to the end. Your band will sound like they are jamming with the greats on A Few Miles More!.

SKU: KN.64044

UPC: 822795640441.

This classic chart is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continue to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, but Basie never made the record, and suggested that Thad start his own band instead. From that advice, Thad formed the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra. Based on the chord changes to I Got Rhythm, this uptempo advanced level chart maintains the swinging Basie mindset and is in a 32-measure AABA form. Duration 8:50.

SKU: KN.64046

UPC: 822795640465.

This new advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continues to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. Low Down still maintains that swinging Basie mindset and is a 32- measure AABA form. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 3:40.

SKU: KN.KEN60051S

UPC: 822795600513.

This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. A double-time section is included along with a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and a written or ad lib solo section for alto.Duration 5:05.

SKU: AP.46164

UPC: 038081529028. English.

Yep, it's in 4/4 not 5/4. A clever chart on a super classic that everyone will recognize, young or old. The bossa nova tempo is around 130 BPM and there are written suggested solos for piano and alto sax. Lead trumpet range is to written B-flat above the staff, and an interlude reoccurs to offer contrast. It all works great! Take Five has been skillfully arranged by John Zontek. (4:50).

SKU: KN.52755

Recorded in 1998 by the Monday Night Big Band on their Thanks To Thad album, this is Part 1 of Thad's larger Return Journey Suite. Solo requirements are limited to an optional repeat that may (or may not) be taken for a piano solo. This means that this outing relies on solid section and ensemble work throughout. A full brass pyramid that builds from the bottom up before the final chord is a special highlight. Duration 3:30.

SKU: CL.032-4625-01

Tuneful and catchy, Binge Watch is a 12-bar blues in F that your students will want to binge-play! There’s lots of space for teaching and learning improve, with written suggested solos as well as chord changes in an open solo section, making this the perfectly suited chart for middle school or developing high school jazz ensembles. It’s scored for full jazz ensemble, but playable with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets and 1 trombone, plus rhythm section. Binge on this!

SKU: KN.52975

As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra for their Monday Night album, the opening rhythm section vamp sets the stage for the entrance of the featured soprano (or alto) sax soloist. With the exception of an expandable solo for piano midway through and some great full-band choruses, the soloist carries the day here. The chart closes out strong with a series of improvised solo cadenzas. Duration ca. 5:15.

SKU: CL.032-4537-00

Steeped in the Count Basie style, Miles to Go starts with a trio (tenor sax, trumpet and trombone) introducing the melody over the rhythm section. With each successive phrase, sections are added until the whole band is in full swing. The solo section introduces a staple of blues playing and a technique heard in jam sessions everywhere - stop time, giving soloists a chance to create lots of excitement. The chart concludes with descending bell tones in the brass leading to a unison shout chorus. With its up-tempo feel and brash shouts from all instruments, Miles to Go is sure to be a crowd pleaser that is perfect to open or close any concert.

SKU: CL.032-4710-01

Tailor-Made, sounding minor in nature, is based on the Dorian mode of the major scale. Its solo section provides opportunity for more advanced soloists to progress through the changes or equally effective, can be navigated more easily with exclusive use of the C Dorian scale. The shout chorus features juxtaposed measures without the rhythm section against measures with the full ensemble. Following the shout, your drummer is given a chance to shine as the drums trade solo measures with the full ensemble. Scored for full big band, it may also be played with limited instrumentation. No matter the size of the ensemble, this chart will be a perfect fit for your concerts, and you will find it Tailor-Made for your band!