SKU: HL.7011680

UPC: 884088401269. 9x12 inches.

Utilizing a unique blend of swing styles at various tempos, this marvelous composition can certainly be a focal point of any festival or contest program. The scoring is varied and impeccable, and there is flexible space for solos as well as exciting full ensemble passages.

SKU: AP.46159

UPC: 038081528946. English.

A jazz standard scored to swing at around 185 BPM, this clever chart delivers from beginning to end. Interludes, great development, and a variety of nuances sustain interest throughout the arrangement. Add the well-written sample solos for tenor, a sweet shout chorus along with all the optional parts to include vibes---and you have a great chart! (3:50).

SKU: KN.42949

UPC: 822795429497.

Every program needs a change of pace piece, and this half-time funk shuffle is the perfect choice. The infectious groove creates a modern sound, while the melodic lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo section can be played as written or improvised. A wide variety of music can serve as a guide for this medium level chart, ranging from Robert Glasper all the way back to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Duration 4:10.

SKU: KN.60830S

UPC: 822795608304.

Here is a fun chart that provides the perfect vehicle to spotlight the unsung hero of the big band - the drummer. Mindful of the traditions established by such legends as Mel Lewis, Louis Bellson, Sonny Payne, Buddy Rich, and Harold Jones, great learning material is presented for developing groups by including a variety of textures and making effective use of softer dynamics, roaring ensemble work, and saxophone soli passages. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:50. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60752S

UPC: 822795607529.

If you need a solid, accessible moderate swing chart for your developing jazz band, look no further. This one has lots of variety and developmental material that will strengthen the skill set of all players. The beginning features a trumpet and alto sax soli reminiscent of the bebop sound pioneered by Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker in the mid-1940s. Written or ad lib solos are offered for all winds, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration ca. 4:45. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: HL.7014265

UPC: 196288206989. 9.0x12.0x0.239 inches.

The Jackson 5 put an entirely different spin on this Christmas classic with their popular hit recording from 1970. Paul Murtha's chart for young bands features the energetic pop groove, plenty of scoring variety, and an optional vocal part just for fun.

SKU: KN.60808

UPC: 822795608083.

This swing original utilizes a variety of rhythmic figures commonly used in rock and funk charts and includes a nice stop-time section as well as interesting chord progressions throughout. The solo section features written or ad lib solos for any player using solo sheets provided.

SKU: KN.60930S

UPC: 822795609301.

This accessible R&B original features a variety of rhythmic figures commonly used in rock and funk charts, with lush harmonies that support the memorable melody to give your developing band a very sophisticated sound. The solo section features alto and tenor sax playing as-written or ad lib lines. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 3:55. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60110

UPC: 822795601107.

This piece utilizes a variety of rhythmic figures commonly seen in swing charts, and employs a tuneful melody supported by a simple, yet effective chord progression and solid orchestration. Designed to make developing groups sound their best, it features flexible instrumentation, very accessible brass ranges, completely notated rhythm parts, and a nice sax soli for a piece that is great fun to play and hear. Written or ad lib solos are provided for 1st Alto and 1st Trumpet. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 3:25. Available in SmartMusic.