SKU: CL.032-4974-01

Introduce your jazz ensemble to unique Latin/Rock rhythms and sounds with Movin’ N' Groovin’! Easy to learn and easy to teach, this chart has no solos, but a smooth rhymical groove, which is right in the pocket for young ensembles -certainly, a style that is influencing modern music styles. If you are looking for a pace changer and crowd pleaser that’s easy to learn and teach, look no further. This chart provides a different groove that combines the basic Latin and Rock styles. Add the claves and cowbell and you’re good to go!

SKU: CL.032-2230-01

This Warp Zone sounds like it hits hyper-space by the time you get to the opening melody. High energy, but within reach of young players. Stan's new chart creates a feel of movin on for your jazz group. Certain to be a hit with audiences. Piano is written out and suggested solos are included. Have a nice trip!

SKU: CL.032-0374-00

An energetic swinger with all of the elements to make it a festival award winner. Suggested solos for tenor, trumpet and piano with an out chorus that will have your audience on their feet.

SKU: KJ.ZB372F

UPC: 8402701739.

Minor Madness is a grade 1.5 minor key swing chart. The opening melodic statement features stop time in the rhythm section before moving to a straight-ahead swing feel on the bridge. Material from the introduction is then used as a transition to the solo section. The shout chorus features unison rhythms that are very helpful in getting young players to phrase properly. Introductory material returns at the end, tying the entire piece together.

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: AP.50952S

ISBN 9781470669928. UPC: 038081591810. English.

An exciting jazz waltz that swings all the way! The melody is stated by tenor and trombone moving into two solo sections: trombone 1 and trumpet 2, then alto 1 and tenor 1 followed by a drum solo. An interlude builds into the reprise of the melody. An outstanding chart! (5:00).

SKU: AP.46161S

UPC: 038081525419. English.

One of the finest ballads ever by a brilliant composer and gifted arranger. Played at around 88 BPM moving into a double-time bossa section leading into the finale, you'll enjoy every measure of this excellent chart. Only written melody solos for alto and trumpet, no improv, and all the usual optional parts plus vibes. You'll love this chart! (3:40) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.50949

ISBN 9781470669850. UPC: 038081591742. English.

A very clever treatment of this well-known traditional spiritual, the opening statement is a slow chorale moving into an easy shuffle played around 138 BPM. The melody bounces between sections then into a driving shuffle that swings. Solos are provided for trombone 1 and alto 1, lead trumpet range is to written G. This chart is excellent! (4:45).

SKU: CL.SCM-1063-00

This light, happy Latin groove composition has plenty of unison, ensemble and a bit of counterpoint to make it interesting. Solo sections are based on slow moving ii7/V7 chords in only two keys. A nice change of pace for your concert program. Solo sheets provided.

SKU: KJ.ZB438F

UPC: 084027044834.

Welcome to Bourbon Street! This New Orleans party groove is sure to get everyone moving. A great chart for an opener or a closer. The groove is clearly established in the rhythm section right out of the gate. Solos are blues and can be played by anyone. A favorite for band and audiences alike.

About First Place for Jazz

All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.

SKU: CL.SCM-1063-01

This light, happy Latin groove composition has plenty of unison, ensemble and a bit of counterpoint to make it interesting. Solo sections are based on slow moving ii7/V7 chords in only two keys. A nice change of pace for your concert program. Solo sheets provided.

SKU: KN.52025S

With the first half of this arrangement written as a conventional waltz in 3/4 and the second half scored in 4/4 swing, this great classic for augmented jazz ensemble calls for clean, crisp articulations throughout. A long, gradual crescendo after the midpoint culminates in a dramatic climax before moving toward a quiet finish. No solo work is required and rhythm section parts are fully notated.