SKU: KN.42228S

UPC: 822795422283.

Here is a great easy level chart for teaching the swing idiom to young players. With an abundance of basic swing figures and articulations, a strong melody, and solid ensemble writing, this chart has everything young players need to understand this essential style. Written solos are provided and rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 3:55.

SKU: KN.41829S

UPC: 822795418293.

The minor blues is an essential song form in the jazz language. This swing chart written at the very easy level provides the perfect vehicle to introduce this important form to developing players. Featuring a strong melody, solid ensemble work and an open solo section for players to gain improvisation experience over a minor blues. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:36.

SKU: KN.41838S

UPC: 822795418385.

Have you got the Fake News Blues? This chart is the cure! Full ensemble work, an open solo section and a solid swing feel are the cornerstones of this new original at the very easy level. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. A written or ad lib open solo section for blowing is included, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 3:48.

SKU: KN.41894S

UPC: 822795418941.

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band at the very easy level, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:52.

SKU: KN.60425S

UPC: 822795604252.

This moderate swing chart for developing groups features an easy 8th-note riff melody played by the saxophone section. The brass add reinforcement throughout and lead the ensemble during the shout chorus. The alto saxophone soloist is encouraged to improvise over the accessible minor blues progression, however a written solo is also provided. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes parts. Duration 3:20.

SKU: KN.42267S

UPC: 822795422672.

This tribute to jazz legend Oscar Peterson is a wonderful way to expose young players to one of the icons of jazz history. Blues based changes help to make this swing chart accessible for groups at the easy level while the melody and the voicings capture the feel of Peterson's music. The written or ad lib open solo section features any soloist. Scored for 12-17 players, optional parts are included for flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes. Duration 4:21.

SKU: KN.41790S

UPC: 822795417906.

The great Count Basie was the master at short solo fills that were beautifully crafted musical statements. This very easy swing chart in the Basie style features a piano, with written piano fills. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band, written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 4:00. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.60285S

UPC: 822795602852.

Here is a fun medium-up swing chart for developing groups that pays homage to the great Benny Golson. Features include reasonable range requirements, notated rhythm section parts, and an easy, but very hip, solo section. This will garner a great response from your audience as an opener or closer. Suggested solos are provided, but the composer urges novice jazz players to improvise over the easy-to-navigate chord progression. Each set also includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 4:45. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.42075S

UPC: 822795420753.

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Education Association for the First Annual SD Middle School All-State Jazz Band, this straight ahead minor blues provides medium easy groups with a multitude of learning opportunities. The lyrical melody features essential rhythmic swing figures and an abundance of ensemble writing assures that everyone gets in on the action. Written or ad lib solos are included for all. Duration 4:15.

SKU: KN.42032S

UPC: 822795420326.

Here is the perfect vehicle for students to learn the essentials of swing rhythms and phrasing. The blues harmonies create a foundation that players will feel comfortable with in both ensemble sections and solo spots (written or ad lib). This medium easy chart will make a great opener or closer on your next program. Duration 3:45.

SKU: KN.42038S

UPC: 822795420388.

Everyone needs an infusion of the blues now and then and this chart for medium easy groups delivers. With a swinging melody, ensemble work at all dynamic levels and an open solo section (written or ad lib), this chart offers an abundance of teaching opportunities. Written with reduced instrumentation (12-17 players), optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts are included in each set. Duration 3:10. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.42005

UPC: 822795420050.

As one of the most important American music forms, the blues is an essential concept for developing students who are learning about jazz improvisation and ensemble playing. This easy level swinger has it all -- a strong melody, solid ensemble writing and an open solo section (written solos provided). Duration 2:55.