SKU: HL.7014275

UPC: 196288208099.

Recorded by Joe Sample and The Crusaders in 1971, Put It Where You Want It is a great example of an early jazz fusion tune that has stood the test of time. Mike Tomaro's terrific setting shows a contemporary flare while still maintaining the funky and infectious flavor of the original. Get the party started!

SKU: KJ.JZB355F

With cool licks, your students are sure to get into this tune. El Gato is a great introduction to the Latin style. The chart draws inspiration from the cha-cha where the rhythms are very idiomatic of the style. The rhythms are repeated often to allow students to fully assimilate them.

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: CL.031-2963-01

Hot, driving rock sounds that are sure to make your young jazz band sound great. Lots of funky rock licks for the whole band and an optional solo section where you can feature your budding soloists on easy rock blues changes. Easy to prepare and playable.

SKU: KN.62350S

UPC: 822795623505.

Commissioned by the Long Doug Beach (CA) Polytechnic High School Jazz Ensemble, this spicy salsa original for proficient groups will be the highlight of your concert or festival performances. Named after a district not far from Puerto Rico's capital city, San Juan, it features driving Latin rhythms, vivid dynamic contrasts, catchy melodies, and dense harmonies. A short written bass solo sets up the open solo section where changes are provided for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. Duration 5:05. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: CL.032-4750-00

Jazzin’ Merry Gentlemen presents a hip, swing version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen that really cooks! A powerful, full-ensemble intro sets the table for the soli trombone statement of the tune, which is punctuated by colorful brass riffs, and unison sax lines. Next, a catchy low tom drum riff builds to the solo, where changes are modest, with suggested solos included. A hard-hitting restatement of the theme then builds to a powerful conclusion. Jazzin’ Merry Gentlemen will be the hit of your holiday concert.

SKU: KN.61085S

UPC: 822795610857.

Take a musical journey through Miami's Little Havana in this cha-cha for advancing groups. The title refers to 8th Street, South Florida's salsa capital, where you'll find an abundance of Cuban cultural attractions. This chart features a strong melody and solid orchestration, supported by authentic Latin harmonies and rhythms. To ensure the proper groove, the piano montunos are fully notated with chord symbols provided. Written or ad lib solos are offered for trumpet and trombone, and a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 3:20.

SKU: CL.SCM-1104-00

Lots of funky fun in this cool chart that starts out featuring a combo of alto sax, bari sax, trumpet, guitar and trombone before the whole ensemble gets in on the action. The solo section is designed for guitar and tenor sax solos but can easily be opened up for any soloists of your choosing. Ranges are quite reasonable and an optional flute part is included. Solid from start to finish, your group will leave a very strong impression where ever they perform Funky Stuff.

SKU: KN.60623S

UPC: 822795606232.

Are you looking for a solid, sophisticated chart that is accessible to aspiring jazz musicians? Well, your search is over. Film writer Lennie Lenny Niehaus knows how to make developing players sound their best. The title of this cleverly conceived original refers to the conversational interplay between the sax and brass sections, and it includes a chorus where everyone plays a soli in unison, a writing device used effectively by Bill Holman, Rob McConnell, and others. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration ca. 4:05.

SKU: CL.032-4464-00

There are lots of swing charts based on blues changes. This one is in a class of its own. An attention-grabbing intro leads to the unison ensemble melody, followed by a few choruses where all sections trade off with the lead line. The open solo section can feature any instrument with suggested solos included. After a solo spot for drums things get even more interesting and fun! The dynamic level comes way down and your bass player gets to shine with some tasty written solo licks. The final ensemble chorus builds to a shout section that really - SHOUTS! A very impressive, effective and playable chart!