SKU: KJ.ZB366F

UPC: 8402701731.

Snowdogs Rock was commissioned by the Central Middle School Jazz Ensemble in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The piece introduces some different musical elements in the context of a familiar groove (rock) and familiar chord progression (blues). The bridge sections (bars 17-24 and 41-48) feature tone clusters that are somewhat unusual in jazz ensemble pieces. Play the piece on a cold winter's night to heat up the band and the audience!

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: PE.HX9020S

The traditional Irish carol fits nicely over a Partido Alto Latin feel. The two-measure ostinato dances under a legato melody played by five saxes and a flugelhorn. Solo transcriptions for flugel and alto sax are drawn from the demo recording. Carefully-notated rhythm section parts spool down to a winsome last chord for piano and guitar. This is not just a charming and playable holiday chart. It's also a great entry point to an important South American style! Top trumpet note: F5.

SKU: KN.42027

UPC: 822795420272.

This swing original features great scoring and a solid melody. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation for medium easy groups. Written with reduced instrumentation (12-17 players), optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts are included in each set. Duration 3:40.

SKU: KN.52253

UPC: 822795522532.

This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the foundation for strong sax and brass lines. Duration 5:00. ** Errata: Measure 84 - missing note on beat 4: 1st Tenor Sax - B on first ledger line; 2nd Tenor Sax - F top line; 3rd Trumpet - B middle line; and 4th Trumpet - F first space.

SKU: CL.SCM-1004-00

This driving Rock/ Funk/ Ballad/ Blues is Thad's tour de force which captures the essence of life in a part of New York City in the 1970's. Carefully re-scored to be playable by high school and developing college bands. Classic!

SKU: KN.EDB2302FS

12 x 9 inches.

Great scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation and the ensemble writing gives everyone a chance to get in on the action. This one will be a hit on any concert or festival program.

SKU: KN.EDB2301

12 x 9 inches.

Here is the perfect chart to feature Tenor Sax and Trumpet. Beautiful scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation. This one will be a wonderful change of pace on any concert or festival program.

SKU: KN.52253S

UPC: 822795522532.

This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the foundation for strong sax and brass lines. Duration 5:00. ** Errata: Measure 84 - missing note on beat 4: 1st Tenor Sax - B on first ledger line2nd Tenor Sax - F top line3rd Trumpet - B middle lineand 4th Trumpet - F first space.

SKU: KN.61031S

UPC: 822795610314.

Rich harmonies, syncopated figures, and staggered entrances give this swing original for advancing groups a really fresh, sophisticated sound. 2nd Trumpet is featured on a portion of the melody soon after the introduction and later during an improvised solo, followed by a dramatic series of section and full band passages that build in volume and intensity before the quiet final note. A guitar chord chart by James Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:20.