SKU: KJ.ZB337F

An ensemble ballad written in the style of the great swing ballads of the 40's.Written in the style of the great swing ballads of the 40's, students will love the full sound and directors will love the opportunity to work on intonation and ensemble precision. The calm, cool and sensitive sounds of this tune will make it an audience favorite.

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: CL.SCM-1131-01

This sensitive ensemble ballad is one of Thad’s most beautiful compsitions. Skillfully re-score in a lower key while keeping the original lines allowing students to experience this masterpiece. A great teaching piece for control, intonation, and balancing full ensemble chords. All of these items are fully notated and will expose your young musicians to the sensitive side of Thad's writing. Classic! Optional SATB vocal part included.

SKU: AP.50080S

ISBN 9781470662936. UPC: 038081580142. English. Words by Lorenz Hart; Music by Richard Rodgers.

This is an extraordinary ballad feature for your lead alto. Beautiful, sensitive, and truly captivating, the chart features a suggested written solo section, lead trumpet range to written A above the staff (opt. 8va), a double-time feel section, and some effective backgrounds behind the soloist. Optional flute and vibes parts included. This is an excellent arrangement! (4:25).

SKU: KN.43442

UPC: 822795434422.

Emulating the music of Bob Brookmeyer, Maria Schneider and Gil Evans, this creative original opens with a haunting melody played by solo flugelhorn before the burning swing groove kicks in. Solo choruses later on feature flugelhorn and tenor, and the chart ends on a quiet note. Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on the CD Lab 2009. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 7:39.

SKU: CL.032-5019-00

A short, easy piano intro leads into this exceptional rock ballad for younger bands. The carefully written solo melody in the alto saxophone part is supported by the delicately scored ensemble accompaniment. As the music develops, ensemble sections contrast nicely with the soloist. Our Time To Shine provides an excellent learning opportunity for your jazz band, focusing on lyricism, dynamic sensitivity, and musicality. Beautiful!

SKU: CL.SCM-1029-00

This beautiful Bossa Nova shows us Thad's sensitive side.

SKU: CL.032-4752-00

Morning Starlight is a tasty rock ballad, and the perfect feature for your budding trumpet or alto sax star! The sensitive ensemble writing provides plenty of support for the soloist, while the fully scored sections nicely contrast the lyrical, solo theme. A sure winner for your band and audience alike, it’s just right for that change of mood in your concert.

SKU: CL.032-4949-01

This lyrical rock ballad features your developing alto sax or trumpet soloist. Gorgeous full band interludes compliment the lush solo line, which is sensitively supported by the ensemble. With its expressive themes and soulful sounds, Night Full Of Stars provides just the right touch for that change-of-pace moment in your concert.

SKU: CL.032-0164-00

A very sensitive and moving ballad. Trumpet and tenor solos.