SKU: KN.20717
UPC: 822795207170.
This essential book for jazz ensemble auditions, recitals, festivals, and lessons includes 20 etudes based on the changes to popular jazz standards so players learn to improvise over the chord progressions of songs that all jazz musicians should know. The downloadable MP3 tracks include two versions of each etude -- one with a professional soloist & rhythm section, and another with just the rhythm section.Contents:Sunny Side Up; You And The Night; Dad's Tune; Holy Tom; Time Thief; Riff Blues; The Days Of Winding Hoses; Bird Lady; Bossa Azule; Sun-Like; Mona By Moonlight; Justified Friends; Day Is Night; Did You Meet Her?; Should I Remember You?; Share Our Key; See Ya Bird!; Into Somewhere; Without Warning; You Stepped In.
SKU: KN.20871
UPC: 822795208719.
This collection was conceived as a tool to help the saxophone section refine their skills as a unit of the contemporary big band, including balance, blend, articulation and phrasing. It includes 6 full performance pieces in a variety of styles. Optional rhythm section parts are included, along with written or ad lib solos for any player. Two downloadable MP3 tracks are included for each piece: a full performance with rhythm section, and a rhythm section only MP3 that can be used in rehearsals or performances without a rhythm section.
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.43483
UPC: 822795434835.
Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2012 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this is Chris Madsen's first chart for Doug Doug Beach Music. A great change of pace for medium advanced groups, it features a wonderful jazz waltz feel and solo opportunities for alto, tenor, trumpet, guitar, and/or vibes. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 7:39. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: AP.47022S
UPC: 038081539348. English.
A very hip, funky groove chart played around 168 BPM and loaded with the classic Goodwin flair. Plus, sample solos are provided for C instruments, E-flat alto/bari, B-flat tenor, B-flat trumpet, and trombone. Lead trumpet range is to written high C with optional D. The instrumentation incorporates an auxiliary percussion part and optional instruments including flute and vibes. The band and the audience will totally enjoy this great chart!
SKU: AP.47022
UPC: 038081539331. English.
SKU: KN.43483S
SKU: CL.032-4215-01
The name says it all in this swingin' piece featuring the trombone section with a brassy attitude. It's a twelve bar, B-flat blues tune that gives the trombones a chance to shine with both unison and harmonized lines. The trumpets and saxes add in with complimentary hits and counter melodies. The piece works great as an easy laid back swing or with an up tempo groove. The ranges are modest but everyone in audience will know if some have a 'bone to pick with them!
SKU: AP.42593S
UPC: 038081482286. English.
This is the show closer that will bring down the house. The main groove is a funky boogaloo at 103 BPM plus a band chant, a swing section, and a gospel feel. Flexible solo space with written solos provided for trombone 1, alto, tenor, and trumpet 2, and lead trumpet range is to high C. Hey, there's something for everyone!
SKU: KN.61067S
UPC: 822795610673.
Featuring the saxophone section in an exciting swing groove, this unique 24-bar blues opener grabs the attention of audiences right from the start. The composer offers the option of tailoring the length to fit any performance situation with regard to the distribution of solos, which are provided for alto, tenor, guitar or piano. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 3:30. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: CL.032-4122-01
Take a solid rock groove, add some tasty licks, and you get Playin' With Fire. A fun to play, crowd-pleaser perfect for your developing jazz band. Your budding rockers will get a chance to shine in the short solo section (written solo suggestions are included), and this chart can be performed with limited instrumentation. Easy to prepare and fun to play, this will get your band rockin’ in no time!
