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: CL.032-4948-00

A brief, lyrical introduction leads to an exciting, up-tempo swing version of this classic Christmas carol. Following the unison statement of the theme in the trombones, each section of the band gets a chance to shine. The easy, bluesy solo changes (suggested solos are provided) will encourage your budding improvisers. The powerful ensemble scoring, hip riffs and supportive backgrounds in this chart will dazzle your audience and get everyone into the holiday spirit!

SKU: KN.64044S

UPC: 822795640441.

This classic chart is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continue to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, but Basie never made the record, and suggested that Thad start his own band instead. From that advice, Thad formed the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra. Based on the chord changes to I Got Rhythm, this uptempo advanced level chart maintains the swinging Basie mindset and is in a 32-measure AABA form. Duration 8:50.