SKU: KN.63750
UPC: 822795637502.
Based on the chord changes to Satin Doll by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, this swing chart is perfect for beginning groups. The solo section is playable by any instrument and solo sheets are provided in all keys. This is a great chart to introduce the ii-V-I progression. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:25.
SKU: KN.63750S
SKU: AP.33353S
UPC: 038081378435. English.
In Your Own Sweet Way is a a level 3 Jazz Band series piece designed for high school and advanced junior high school band. Full instrumentation includes 5 saxophones, 8 brass, and 4 rhythm parts. Optional parts include flute, tuba, horn in F and baritone T.C./tenor sax. Solos are written out with chord change the rhythm section parts suggest chord voicings and rhythms and guitar chord frames are provided to help young guitarists.
SKU: KN.63790
UPC: 822795637908.
Based on the chord changes to Stella By Starlight by Victor Young, this swinging chart is a workout for the full ensemble. Written for beginning groups, everyone gets a turn at the melody, and there are several interesting changes in feel that will keep the rhythm section engaged and on their toes. Brass ranges are accessible with trumpet up to E5 and F4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a solid concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:15.
SKU: KN.63790S
SKU: KN.63022
UPC: 822795630220.
This swing original for beginning groups based on the chord changes to There Will Never Be Another You by Warren and Gordon. Brass ranges are very accessible with trumpet up to F5 and F4 for trombone. Rhythm section parts provide the drummer with a great concept of what to play, and notated piano voicings and bass lines are provided. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:45.
SKU: KN.60485
UPC: 822795604856.
Written for developing groups, this moderate swing original presents a wealth of teaching material at an accessible level. A tuneful theme leads to an open written-or-ad-lib solo section, followed by a rousing shout and coda that recaps the opening material. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 3:30 without additional solos.
SKU: KN.63022S
SKU: KN.63780
UPC: 822795637809.
Based on the chord changes to It Don't Mean A Thing by Duke Ellington, this chart is the perfect chart to introduce beginning jazz groups to the swing style. The solo section is playable by any instrument, with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 2:10.
SKU: AP.33332S
UPC: 038081380605. English.
Un Poquito Latino (A Little Bit Latin) from the First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble is deisgned for first year jazz ensembles. Full instrumentation includes 5 saxophones, 6 brass, and 4 rhythm parts. Reduced instrumentation is playable with 3 saxophones, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone and 3 rhythm parts. Optional parts include flute, tube, horn in F and baritone T.C./tenor sax. All solos are written out , the rhythm section parts suggest chord voicings and rhythms and guitar chord frames are provided to assist young guitarists.
SKU: KN.KEN60048
UPC: 822795600483.
This moderate swing original features all the elements to make your developing groups shine. Lots of unison writing will give the players confidence, and the brass ranges are accessible (G5 trumpet, E4 trombone). The written or ad lib solo section is open with solo sheets provided in all keys. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts. Duration ca. 5:50.
SKU: KN.63780S
SKU: KN.63296
UPC: 822795632965.
This swing chart for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Softly, As In A Morning Sunrise by Sigmund Romberg, and made famous by clarinetist/ big band leader Artie Shaw. The solo section is playable by any instrument, with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:25.
SKU: KN.41829
UPC: 822795418293.
The minor blues is an essential song form in the jazz language. This swing chart written at the very easy level provides the perfect vehicle to introduce this important form to developing players. Featuring a strong melody, solid ensemble work and an open solo section for players to gain improvisation experience over a minor blues. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:36.
SKU: KN.60895
UPC: 822795608953.
This fun Latin rock groove makes this chart for developing groups an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones.aEUR^The solo section lies well for any instrument, and solo sheets are provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:40.
SKU: KN.60895S
This fun Latin rock groove makes this chart for developing groups an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones. The solo section lies well for any instrument, and solo sheets are provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:40.
SKU: KN.63296S
SKU: KN.41829S
SKU: KN.63325
UPC: 822795633252.
This bright swing chart is based on the chord changes to Lullaby Of Birdland by George Shearing. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes.Trumpet Range = E5Trombone Range = F.
SKU: KN.63320
UPC: 822795633207.
Based on the chord changes to Flamingo, this medium tempo samba features easy-to-play rhythms and plenty of unison melodies. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Features Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players and includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes.Trumpet Range = E5Trombone Range = D4.
SKU: AP.43717
UPC: 038081493862. English.
At 120BPM, this Patrick Williams swing chart is right on the mark---There You Go Again is a first-class composition that will please any experienced band. It features full instrumentation plus optional horn in F parts. Solo space is provided, and a great sax section soli and roaring shout chorus are included as well. All great! (3:01).
SKU: AP.33323S
UPC: 038081380568. English.
Jazz Hero is a level 1 Jazz Beginnings series piece designed for very beginning jazz ensembles using limited ranges and rhythms. Instrumentation includes 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, piano, bass, and drumset. This is playable by a reduced instrumentation which include 2 saxophones, 1 trumpet,1 trombone, piano, bass, and drumset. Optional parts call for 2 flutes, 2 B-flat clarinets, a baritone saxophone, a tuba, a horn in F, baritone T.C./ tenor sax, and guitar. Solos are written out with chord changes and the rhythm section parts are fully notated with guitar chord frames.