By Carol Matz. For Piano. Piano Solo. Level: Early Elementary (grade 1A). Sheet. 4 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trumpet 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Trombone 4 (opt.), Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-937

Swing. Composed by Erskine Hawkins, Julian Dash, Stanley Newcomb Kenton, and William Johnson. Arranged by Gene Roland. Sheet music. Moderate Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 937. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-937).

English.

This was recorded on the Stan Kenton Orchestra CD Live at the Tropicana. This is a very hip version of the old jazz standard. It is set at a moderate swing tempo, and there is solo space for trumpet, trombone, tenor sax and an intro by bass alone. The solos have been transcribed and are included on the parts. An additional set of trumpet parts (along with the original versions) are provided to make this much more playable. It still swings like crazy. A refreshing, wonderful look at an oft-played tune. 5-5-5-3 (can be played with 8 brass).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Trombone 4 (opt.), Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-557

Latin/Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Sheet music. Latin/Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 557. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-557).

English.

Rarely does a piece turn up like this one. Although written for Stan Kenton (the mid-1950s), the chart never was recorded by the band (Holman doesn't know why), and it was lost for years. It is a sensational piece, combining Afro-Cuban rhythm (Latin) and Swing, and featuring solo space for tenor sax, trumpet and drums. It utilizes counterpoint between the wind sections over a Latin vamp and explores the perfect balance between counterpoint and dynamic ensemble writing in the Swing sections. This is Holman at his very best! 5-5-5-4.

Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32371600

Sax Section Feature. Composed by Lenny Stack. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 32371600. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32371600).

English.

A terrific up-tempo swing chart that puts your sax section front and center. Features a challenging sax soli section that is sure to impress and has ample solo space for any saxes you desire to showcase. Top that off with lots of solid and effective ensemble writing and you have a great chart that is perfect for any concert or contest performance by mature bands. Very hot!

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums (Cop Whistle)) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1041

Swing. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1041. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1041).

English.

Oliver' s arrangement of this tune (also know as East Side, West Side) is playful in its ensemble writing as it alludes to the hustle and bustle of NYC. The bulk of this chart, though, is really a showcase for soloists, giving space to alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone, and piano. If you're looking for a familiar tune, scored to please audience and players alike, this is the chart for you ! As recorded on the Verve Jazz Masters CD.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-196

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Count Basie. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 196. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-196).

English.

This chart was recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on the CD I Told You So. This is a rip-roaring, swinging chart. It starts with trombones and rhythm setting the time with simple halfnote figures. The saxes and trumpets join in with a swinging, exciting series of lines, and away we go ! One of the great shout choruses of all time! Features solo space for tenor sax, trombone, piano and drums. A great closer for your programs. 5-5-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-396

Swing. Composed by Duke Ellington. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 396. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-396).

English.

Nelson wrote an album for Johnny Hodges (Black, Brown and Beautiful, RCA) featuring the compositions of Duke Ellington and also some of his original things. This Ellington tune starts out with a rhythm section vamp and swings on from there. The ensemble shouts just scream with wonderful, dissonant voicings that are a thrill to hear! There is solo space for Alto Sax, (of course), Trumpet and Piano. Ellington's melody and Nelson's arrangement ...... an absolute winning combination! 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1165

Swing. Composed by Gene Roland and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1165. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1165).

English.

Here is a slow, gutty, down-home type of blues written for and recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on the Adventures In Blues album. There is open solo space for tenor, trumpet and piano. Once the solos are over, the full ensemble comes roaring in to take the chart to a strong, sensational ending. Your audiences will love this tune! 5-5-5-3.

Big band (Alto Sax/Flute 1, Alto Sax/Flute 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax/Clarinet 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1202

Swing. Composed by Hoagy Carmichael and Mitchell Parish. Arranged by Allan Ganley. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1202. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1202).

English.

Here is a free swinging, remarkable chart from a new writer for Sierra. Allan Ganley's reputation and legacy in England drew our attention to this marvelous arrangement of One Morning in May. The arrangement is recorded on the CD June Time (Vocalion), and stands among the best versions out there. Starting with a soft, swinging ensemble, the chart moves into space for blowing for tenor saxophone and trumpet, returning to the initial feel with a wonderful, warm ending. All brass ranges are very moderate. This will be a great addition to any jazz band library. 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vibraphone (opt.)) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1177

Composed by James Miley. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1177. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1177).

James Miley brings us an original, fresh and fun-to-play composition titled Swing State. With bop-ish lines over a swing feel (with a funky back-beat), this chart brings new life to an eager rhythm section and interesting, interactive rhythmic figures to the ensemble. You choose the soloists from tenor saxophone, trumpet and/or trombone. There is also some solo space for your drummer. Miley is a wonderful composer, and this chart is a great addition to our growing library of contemporary composers. 5-4-4-5.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1027

For Woody Herman. Composed by Henry Creamer, Turner Layton, and Woody Herman. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1027. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1027).

English.

Holman has done a few arrangements of this tune, and this one may well be the best. Bill wrote this chart for the great Woody Herman Orchestra. It is written in a very bright swing tempo, and there is solo space for alto sax, tenor sax and trumpet. This chart has great line writing (no surprise there) and powerful, swinging ensemble shout choruses. Your band will really love playing this one. 5-5-4-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1 (Solo), Tenor Sax 2 (Solo), Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Bass Trombone 3, Trombone 4 (opt.), Piano & Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1215

Swing. Composed by Billy Byers. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1215. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1215).

As recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on their album Count Basie's Finest Hour, Doodle Oodle is a barn-burning Billy Byers original. In usual Basie fashion, this chart swings its tail off with incredible ensemble passages, and provides for plenty of solo space for both tenor saxophonists to dual it out. Dramatic and flashy from beginning to end, this chart is guaranteed to be a band and audience favorite alike! 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, opt. Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet Solo (a la Maynard), Trumpet 1-3, opt. Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, opt. Trombone 3, opt. Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1055

Fast Swing. Composed by Alan Jay Lerner and Maynard Ferguson. Arranged by Don Sebesky. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1055. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1055).

English.

This is a fast-paced, swinging chart, with lots of solo space for trumpet and baritone saxophone. There is also plenty of high-powered ensemble playing throughout. This edited version is created from the original parts, but Maynard's solo and lead parts are written into the standard trumpet section. Extra parts are also included for traditional instrumentation. This chart is one of the most recorded pieces in Maynard Ferguson's book and usually served as his opener with the Dream Band..

SKU: BR.EB-8934

For Composing and Annotating. Composed by Breitkopf Merchandising. Stapled. Edition Breitkopf. Merchandising. 32 pages. Breitkopf and Haertel #EB 8934. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.EB-8934).

ISBN 9790004186015. 4 x 6 inches.

This notebook is a small format Edition Breitkopf. Cover and pages are printed on the usual high quality paper of our sheet music editions. The inside pages, laid out alternately with and without staff lines, provide ample space for notes and compositional ideas.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trumpet 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4 (opt.), Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1047

Odd-meter. Composed by Johnny Richards and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1047. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1047).

English.

Here is another one of Johnny Richards' great latin tunes as written for the Stan Kenton Orchestra. This lilting 5/4 chart has a great groove and amazing ensemble writing, with solo space for alto, trumpet, and trombone. This new arrangement makes the piece much easier to play and can be played with traditional instrumentation. Quintile is a part of the Adventures in Time CD.

Big band (Alto/Soprano Sax 1, Alto Sax 2/Flute, Tenor Sax 1/Clarinet, Tenor Sax 2/Clarinet, Baritone Sax/Flute, Trumpet 1, Trumpet/Flugelhorn 2-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1233

Swing. Composed by Dave Brubeck. Arranged by Drew Zaremba. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1233. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1233).

If you are looking for a modern arrangement with a classic feel, Drew Zaremba has done just that with Dave Brubeck's 'Cassandra.' Recorded by the University of North Texas One O'Clock Lab Band on their CD Lab 2014, Drew uses theme and variation to take this marvelous, swinging melody into challenging, extensive and exciting places. In addition to featuring the depth of your ensemble, including woodwind doubles, lots of counterpoint, and tempo and style changes, there is also solo space for alto saxophone and trumpet. This chart is the real deal! 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Doc Severinsen Trumpet (Solo), Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-2, Bass Trombone 3, Bass Trombone 4 (opt.), Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-958

Jazz Waltz. Composed by Billy Strayhorn and Carl Hilding Severinsen. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 958. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-958).

English.

As recorded on Tonight Show Band, Vol. 2 (Amherst), this chart won a Grammy for best big band arrangement. Holman took this great standard, put it in 3-4, and wrote scintillating counter lines that weave their way through the whole arrangement. Solo space for trumpet, and roaring ensemble passages make this chart something that should be in every big band library in the world. 5-5-4-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-4, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-311

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Buddy Rich. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 311. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-311).

English.

As written for and performed by the Buddy Rich Big Band, here is the long-missing chart that Holman wrote to feature The Great One..... Buddy Rich. It is a terrific, swinging chart with solo space, not only for drums, but also for tenor sax, trumpet and trombone. This is another superb chart by Holman, who has contributed to virtually every big band library on the jazz scene. This is a wonderful piece! 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, opt. Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, opt. Trombone 3, opt. Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-412

Swing. Composed by Denis Diblasio and Maynard Ferguson. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 412. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-412).

English.

Talk about a Flag-Waver !!! The Maynard Ferguson Band recorded this on their Footpath Cafe CD. The chart asks every player in the band to wail through a very hip and challenging be-bop line in unison. There are ensemble breaks here and there for very dramatic effects, and plenty of blowing space on the rhythm changes. You'll love doing this chart because you can really show off your band. 5-4-4-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 2-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1151

Ballad. Composed by Cole Porter and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1151. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1151).

English.

This is a beautiful, lush, straight-eighth ballad on the popular Cole Porter tune Easy To Love. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus, this short (and quite dancable) chart exemplifies the Kenton-esque warm and rich ensemble sound we all love. There is solo space for piano (written out) and for alto saxophone. Originally recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on their album Sophisticated Approach, this popular tune out of the Great American Songbook will put a smile on any audience's face. 5-5-5-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1243

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1243. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1243).

Originally composed by Bill Holman for the Stan Kenton Orchestra, Bob Curnow's arrangement of 'Solos' scores the melody in the unison saxophone section and is written for 8-brass. A straight-ahead, swinging chart based on 'rhythm changes,' this is a hip, angular melody that sets up some powerful ensemble passages. There is lots of solo space for alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and piano. If you are looking for a chart with a memorable melody and a vehicle to feature your outstanding soloists, this is the one! 5-4-4-3 (opt. guitar).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-564

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Sheet music. Medium Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 564. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-564).

English.

Here is a terrific medium swing chart, also written for Stan Kenton in the 50s. Although it was never recorded commercially by the band, it was played a great deal in live performances throughout the country and is on a number of transcription recordings. It cooks from beginning to end, and features solo space for trumpet and tenor sax, and one of those patented Holman ensemble shout choruses that just swings like crazy! 5-5-5-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-4, Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-569

Ballad. Composed by Cole Porter and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus. Sheet music. Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 569. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-569).

English.

As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on Stage Door Swings, this is a lovely ballad scored in the incomparable Kenton style. Niehaus uses the saxophone section to great effect. Limited ranges make this a very playable chart for most any band. There is solo space for trumpet. 5-5-5-3 (can be played with 8 brass).

Big band - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32314100

Shuffle. Composed by Dominic Spera. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 32314100. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32314100).

English.

A big time shuffle chart by Dominic Spera that really cooks. Plenty of solo space for the soloists of your choosing and Spera's solid soli and ensemble writing makes this an impressive choice for better bands. Lots of appeal as this dynamic chart romps & stomps down the road!

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2 (Solo), Trombone 3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1248

Swing. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1248. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1248).

As recorded by the Oliver Nelson Orchestra on their album Berlin Dialogue for Orchestra, Checkpoint Charlie is some of Nelson's most creative writing. Full of up-tempo energy, Oliver masterfully intertwines the melody in the saxophones with counter-lines from the brass to create an incredible tapestry of sound. There is plenty of solo space for trombone to stretch out, giving a great contrast from the full ensemble sections to the lone soloist with rhythm section. This pro version is exactly as Oliver Nelson's recorded version. 5-4-4-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1159

Swing. Composed by Julian Cannonball Adderley and Victor Feldman. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1159. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1159).

English.

Oliver Nelson delivers great arrangement after great arrangement, and this one is no exception! A quick, uptempo swing tune, Gon Gong is the perfect opener for any program. Featuring primarily solo space for alto and trumpet, this chart is packed full of energy and excitement that will surely keep your audiences fully engaged from beginning to end! Originally recorded on Cannonball Adderley's album Domination. 5-4-4-3.

Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-113

Funk/Rock. Composed by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 113. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-113).

An exciting, contemporary funk/rock piece which has been played on national television by the McDonald's All-American High School Jazz Band (directed by Bob Curnow), and by All-State jazz bands in Wisconsin, Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. Solo space for trumpet and/or tenor. This is a new, updated Finale version. 5-5-5-4

Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4 (Solo), Trumpet 5, Trombone 1/Shaker, Trombone 2/Cabasa, Trombone 3/Claves, Bass Trombone 4, Bass Trombone 5/Cowbell, Electric Piano (Solo), Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums (Solo).