SKU: KN.3268
UPC: 822795032680.
Commissioned by Scott Prebys and the University of Mary Jazz Ensemble, this Mantooth original funks out from top to bottom. Solo honors go to alto and guitar, and in his score notes Frank says this chart is meant to be fun and raucous, not intellectually demanding. 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Trumpets are asked to double on flugel, and an optional part for vibes contributes extra color and depth.
SKU: HL.49047270
The names of George Gershwin (1898-1937) and Ira Gershwin (1896-1983) are synonymous across the globe with American musical creativity. The Gershwin family estates, their publishers, and the University of Michigan have joined forces to produce The George and Ira Gershwin Critical EditionÂ?the first-ever scholarly edition of the Gershwins' music and lyrics. This all-new practical edition facilitates both study and performance, giving a wide audience of musicians, scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike greater insight into the Gershwins' art. The goal is to create clear and definitive publications that achieve the most accurate representations possible of the Gershwin brothers' unique and pioneering creativity. This all-new critical edition of the original 1924 arrangement of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue presents an authoritative transcription of arranger Ferde Grofé's handwritten holograph score preserved in the collection of the United States Library of Congress in Washington, DC. The edition represents as best as possible the piece as premiered by the Paul Whiteman Orchestra at his â??Experiment in Modern Musicâ? concert on February 12, 1924. Grofé prepared the score for the specific talents and timbres of the Whiteman Orchestra, largely from an ink fair copy of Gershwin's two-piano short-score manuscript. Gershwin continued to modify the piano solo portion of this short score during rehearsals and, most likely, even after the premiere of the piece.
SKU: KN.52805
UPC: 822795528053.
Recorded by the University of North Texas Lab Band, this medium advanced swing tune brings to mind the legendary collaborations of Gil Evans and Miles Davis. Written to portray the vibrant arts district of the same name in Pittsburgh, the challenges here involve compositional rather than technical elements since the texture is largely contrapuntal and requires a linear approach by all players. Flute doubles appear in the soprano and alto sax parts, all trumpets double on flugelhorn, and there are five parts for each brass section. Solos are given to tenor and trumpet.
SKU: KN.52805S
SKU: KN.42877
UPC: 822795428773.
Commissioned by the Northwestern University Jazz Orchestra (LA) in honor of Bill Causey Jr., this beautiful straight 8th ballad will provide a perfect change of pace on any program. The pensive melody is backed throughout by the lush orchestration. A short piano solo provides just the right contrast to the ensemble work in this medium level chart. Duration ca. 4:20.
SKU: KN.42877S
SKU: KN.52923
UPC: 822795529234.
Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on their Lab 2002 CD, much of the texture in this medium up-swing tune is dedicated to unison contrapuntal areas requiring a fluid, horizontal style. Tenor and trumpet carry the primary solos, and all trumpets double on the flugelhorn. The difficulty rating is medium advanced, and brass ranges are conservative (D6 trumpet, A4 trombone).
SKU: KN.52418
ISBN 9786540277478.
Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on their Lab '95 album, the opening piano solo is a rubato, out-of-tempo intro fashioned after the music of Bill Evans. When that ends, the band enters in a relaxed, medium swing groove. Solo choruses for tenor and trumpet (or flugelhorn) and strong ensemble work provide the finishing touches. Duration 5:30.
SKU: KN.52923S
SKU: KN.52400
Commissioned by the Mansfield University Jazz Ensemble and recorded by the University of North Texas 1:00 Lab Band, this bright swing original will sound best when played with a light touch and good balance throughout. Alto sax and guitar are the designated solos, but the solo section may be repeated for additional players if desired. Duration 5:30.
SKU: KN.43442
UPC: 822795434422.
Emulating the music of Bob Brookmeyer, Maria Schneider and Gil Evans, this creative original opens with a haunting melody played by solo flugelhorn before the burning swing groove kicks in. Solo choruses later on feature flugelhorn and tenor, and the chart ends on a quiet note. Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on the CD Lab 2009. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 7:39.
SKU: KN.61630
UPC: 822795616309.
Commissioned by Dave Parker and the University of Portland Jazz Festival, this Count Basie style ballad features wide dynamic contrasts ranging from a whisper to a roar! It's an ideal piece for teaching your advancing ensemble how to lay down a steady groove while paying attention to balance, blend, and intonation. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 4:00.
SKU: KN.52920
UPC: 822795529203.
Written by one of the most creative and original writers of big band music in the world today, That is the logical sequel to Neil Slater's composition, This. Neil's masterful orchestration shines through in this medium advanced level swing original recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band directed by Slater. A must-have for experienced big bands! Instrumentation includes: SA (flute) TTB saxophones, 5 trumpets/flugelhorns, 5 trombones (2 bass trombones), and rhythm section. Duration 6:35.
SKU: KN.62525S
UPC: 822795625257.
Commissioned by the University of Miami Concert Jazz Band, this swinging riff-oriented blues employs sophisticated reharmonizations and modern horn voicings. Given the popularity of Pete McGuinness' recordings (Summit), this chart for proficient groups will make a great addition to your library. Solos are offered for piano, alto sax, and trombone over straight-ahead blues changes in the key of concert F. Duration ca. 5:00.
SKU: KN.61630S
SKU: KN.52920S
SKU: KN.62610
UPC: 822795626100.
Paul Merrill, director of the Cornell University Jazz Ensemble (Ithaca, NY), commissioned this engaging bossa nova original for proficient groups. Don't let the title fool you, though, because there's an abundance of subtle, yet challenging material here requiring a mature approach from the ensemble. The melody is based on a simple four-note motif played by Miles Davis on his album Tutu. Brown later adapted this score for small-group and recorded it on his CD Night Waves (Brown Cats Productions/BC9501). Guitar, tenor sax, and flugelhorn are featured in melodic and solo roles. Duration 5:35.
SKU: KN.62585
UPC: 822795625851.
Every well-paced concert needs a chart like this. Veteran jazz educator Bob Washut brings us this even-8ths feel original composed for the State University of New York at Oswego Jazz Ensemble. It requires a mature approach from all members of the band as they transition through various dynamic levels. Solo space is given to guitar and tenor sax. Duration 7:25.
SKU: KN.62585S
SKU: KN.62270
UPC: 822795622706.
Commissioned by the Northern Michigan University Jazz Ensemble, this jubilant tone poem portrays the Great Northern Railway that ran for a century from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Ocean. Beginning quietly in the distance, the chart builds steadily through a series of colorful variations and roars by at full throttle five minutes later. The fast swing train groove drops a beat every four measures (4-4-4-3) from start to finish. This is truly a marvel of modern jazz ensemble writing for proficient groups by one of the nation's most innovative composers. Duration 6:00.
SKU: KN.62270S
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