Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes - Grade 2

SKU: KN.42342S

Composed by George Shutack Doug Beach. First Edition Series. Kendor Music Inc #42342S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42342S).

UPC: 822795423426.

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make this a perfect vehicle for teaching the Latin style. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 3:33. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4362-01

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2015-01). Extra full score. Composed 2015. Duration 3 minutes, 7 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4362-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4362-01).

A creative combination of Go Tell It On The Mountain and Beethoven's Ode To Joy that's guaranteed to impress your listeners, Opening with a beautiful chorale, it switches to driving rock and steamrolls through the keys of Bb, Eb & F to a big finish. No improv, but lots of solis and solid ensemble sections. It won't take a lot of rehearsal time to work up this truly awesome addition to your holiday concerts.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42715

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Doug Beach Threshold Series. Latin. Score and Set of Parts. Duration ca. 5:00. Kendor Music Inc #42715. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42715).

UPC: 822795427158.

Writt en at the medium-easy level, this latest installment in the well-know Chili Pepper series promises to be the most popular ever. A driving Latin groove, sax soli, plenty of full ensemble writing, rhythm breaks and an open solo section are highlights. To assist soloists who lack the experience or confidence to improvise, a sheet with written solo line is provided.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4362-00

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2015-01). Score and set of parts. Composed 2015. Duration 3 minutes, 7 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4362-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4362-00).

A creative combination of Go Tell It On The Mountain and Beethoven's Ode To Joy that's guaranteed to impress your listeners, Opening with a beautiful chorale, it switches to driving rock and steamrolls through the keys of Bb, Eb & F to a big finish. No improv, but lots of solis and solid ensemble sections. It won't take a lot of rehearsal time to work up this truly awesome addition to your holiday concerts.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4286-01

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2014-01). Extra full score. Composed 2014. Duration 2 minutes, 59 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4286-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4286-01).

The spotlight is on the whole band with this hard-driving rock chart! Lots of great ensemble and soli writing. The key changes (using accidentals) keep lifting the excitement level all the way to the end. While the performance demands are minimal (no solos. trumpets never leave the staff) your band will love the powerful, full sound they create with this chart.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.JJK2302

Composed by Craig Skeffington. Jazz Journey Series Grade 3. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #JJK2302. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.JJK2302).

12 x 9 inches.

This great new shuffle checks all the boxes: driving groove, intense ensemble writing, and vivid dynamic contrasts. Craig skillfully uses tension and release to create several high points throughout the chart and it is all capped off with a superb final 12 bars of ensemble.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4480-00

Composed by Vuono. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2016-01). Score and set of parts. Composed 2016. Duration 2 minutes, 24 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4480-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4480-00).

A totally energetic and exciting rock piece featuring a hip, driving, minor-key melody over a set of shifting and unexpected chord changes. Built upon a 12-bar frame, featuring lines layered over the propulsive bass line. No solos to worry about on this chart; just great ensemble writing that features the entire band. An exciting drum break leads into a solid saxophone soli, followed by a sensational out-chorus that builds and builds. Carefully scored with modest ranges and to sound full with limited instrumentation, A sure winner!

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42499

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Shuffle. Score and set of parts. Kendor Music Inc #42499. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42499).

UPC: 822795424997.

Commi ssioned by friends and colleagues of noted music educator Cliff Kaminsky, this medium level piece is dedicated to his memory. This hard driving shuffle has plenty of ensemble work for everyone and is a perfect choice as an opener or closer. A written or ad lib open solo section for blowing is included, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 3:40.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.JJK2302FS

Composed by Craig Skeffington. Jazz Journey Series Grade 3. Score Only. Kendor Music Inc #JJK2302FS. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.JJK2302FS).

12 x 9 inches.

This great new shuffle checks all the boxes: driving groove, intense ensemble writing, and vivid dynamic contrasts. Craig skillfully uses tension and release to create several high points throughout the chart and it is all capped off with a superb final 12 bars of ensemble.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42526

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Hip-Hop Shuffle. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #42526. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42526).

UPC: 822795425260.

A driving hip-hop groove, great ensemble writing and plenty of space for solos all combine to create a chart that will be a favorite of both the band and the audience. Standard instrumentation, solo sheets are included in all keys.

Trumpet Range = Db6

Trombone Range = B4.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba & vibes - Grade 2

SKU: KN.42342

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. First Edition Series. Latin. Score and set of parts. Duration 3 minutes, 33 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #42342. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42342).

UPC: 822795423426.

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make this a perfect vehicle for teaching the Latin style. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration 3:33. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.64046S

Composed by Thad Jones. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Signature Edition. Kendor Music Inc #64046S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.64046S).

UPC: 822795640465.

This new advanced level edition 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 continues 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, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. Low Down still maintains that swinging Basie mindset and is a 32- measure AABA form. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 3:40.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.61715S

Composed by Lennie Niehaus. Jazz Journey. Kendor Music Inc #61715S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61715S).

UPC: 822795617153.

Compo sed especially for Vaughn Weister's Famous Jazz Orchestra in Columbus (OH), this moderate swing chart is playable by advancing groups all the way to professionals. Featuring a driving groove and ample solo space for your jazz stars to shine, all sections of the band are highlighted, and interesting rhythms and chord progressions abound. Written or ad lib solos are offered for all winds. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson comes with each set. Duration 5:20.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.64006S

Composed by Thad Jones. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Signature Edition. Kendor Music Inc #64006S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.64006S).

UPC: 822795640069.

This advanced level edition 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 continues 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, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. This extended 16-bar blues still maintain that swinging Basie mindset in a straight-ahead blues style. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 4:40.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4135-00

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2012-00). Score and set of parts. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 16 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4135-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4135-00).

Warning: Don’t try this tune anywhere unless you are ready to rock! This hard driving rock tune kicks in the afterburners in the first measure and doesn’t let up. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you will be performance ready with the absolute minimum of rehearsal time. Scored for limited instrumentation with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over super easy changes, Don’t Try This at Home will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles. Loaded with student and audience appeal, this tune is a great contest/concert selection. Go on, try it, we dare you!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4853-00

Arranged by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 2020. Duration 2 minutes, 49 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4853-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4853-00).

This is up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is a guaranteed winner! After a short and solemn introduction, featuring an alto sax solo, Down to the River kicks into high gear, with the composer’s signature driving rock feel. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Playable with limited instrumentation, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over easy changes, Down to the River is accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with lots of appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Don’t miss this one!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 4

SKU: KN.JDB2303FS

Composed by Denis Diblasio. Jazz Ensemble Series Grade 4 & Up. 7/4 Rock. Score Only. Kendor Music Inc #JDB2303FS. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.JDB2303FS).

12 x 9 inches.

Denis DiBlasio’s new chart is a great vehicle for introducing odd meters to your band. The driving even eighth note groove with constant quarter notes in the rhythm section will make the 7/4 feel natural in a short amount of time. Open solos over one scale gives your soloists a perfect chance to spread their wings as well. A great change up chart for any program!

Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-0355-00

Composed by D. Black. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 1987. C.L. Barnhouse #032-0355-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-0355-00).

A driving, medium-fast jazz original featuring both tenor players. Roaring sax and trombone soli sec tions, combined with full bodied ensemble work. A perfect opener or closer.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4360-01

Arranged by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2015-01). Extra full score. Composed 2015. Duration 4 minutes, 5 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4360-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4360-01).

The slow introduction allows you to feature tenor, alto, trumpet and/or trombone soloists in any combination. Then it switches to hard-driving rock with all sections of the band getting a chance to shine. The improv section for any instrument only has two chords, and the background parts provide plenty of support for the soloists. Full of contrasts and excitement, this is not your grandfather's Scarborough Fair. Your band and audiences will love it!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.SCM-1009-00

Composed by Jones. Arranged by Carubia. Jazz Ensemble. Smart Chart Music - Thad Jones Series. Score and set of parts. Composed 2004. Duration 4 minutes, 32 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1009-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1009-00).

This is the third part of Thad's Suite for Pops. This movement reflects the joyous retreat associated with funerals typical in New Orleans. Hard Driving Shuffle.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42842

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Threshold Series. Shuffle. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #42842. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42842).

UPC: 822795428421.

With a driving groove from the rhythm section, a strong melody and blues based harmonies, this shuffle for medium level groups is equally great as an opener or closer. An open solo section features any soloist, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 4:32.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52432S

Composed by Mike Steele. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52432S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52432S).

UPC: 822795524321.

Commi ssioned by the Illinois Music Educators Association for their 2002 All-State Jazz Ensemble, this driving swinger for medium bands works well at a variety of tempos (144-196) and gives all sections a chance to shine at one time or another. It also lets directors customize the open solo section according to the strengths of their particular group.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4828-00

Arranged by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 2020. Duration 4 minutes, 7 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4828-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4828-00).

Does What Child Is This? work as a rock chart? Absolutely, in the hands of Paul Clark! The attention-grabbing introduction is followed by solo alto on the melody, then joined by the tenor. The driving rock builds all the way to the end. Every section gets a chance to be featured in this rockin’ fun chart. Imagine the little drummer boy on cowbell. A guaranteed hit with both your band and audience!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.SCM-1004-01

Composed by Jones. Arranged by Carubia. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 2003. Duration 6 minutes, 58 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1004-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1004-01).

This driving Rock/ Funk/ Ballad/ Blues is Thad's tour de force which captures the essence of life in a part of New York City in the 1970's. Carefully re-scored to be playable by high school and developing college bands. Classic!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 4

SKU: KN.JDB2303

Composed by Denis Diblasio. Jazz Ensemble Series Grade 4 & Up. 7/4 Rock. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #JDB2303. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.JDB2303).

12 x 9 inches.

Denis DiBlasio’s new chart is a great vehicle for introducing odd meters to your band. The driving even eighth note groove with constant quarter notes in the rhythm section will make the 7/4 feel natural in a short amount of time. Open solos over one scale gives your soloists a perfect chance to spread their wings as well. A great change up chart for any program!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.SCM-1004-00

Composed by Jones. Arranged by Carubia. Jazz Ensemble. Smart Chart Music - Thad Jones Series. Score and set of parts. Composed 2003. Duration 6 minutes, 58 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1004-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1004-00).

This driving Rock/ Funk/ Ballad/ Blues is Thad's tour de force which captures the essence of life in a part of New York City in the 1970's. Carefully re-scored to be playable by high school and developing college bands. Classic!

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes - 3.2

SKU: KN.42055

Composed by George Shutack. First Edition Series. Rock. Kendor Music Inc #42055. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42055).

UPC: 822795420555.

A catchy melody, blues based harmony, and a driving rock groove combine to create a medium easy chart that is sure to be loads of fun. Everyone gets to play the melody and the written or ad lib open solo section features any soloists, making it a great choice for concerts and festivals alike. Written with reduced instrumentation (12-17 players), optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts are included in each set. Duration 3:31.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-2511-01

Composed by Neeck. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 1993. C.L. Barnhouse #032-2511-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-2511-01).

Kick your jazz ensemble into overdrive with I-95, a hard-driving rock chart by an exciting new writer, Larry Neeck. Playable with minimum instrumentation and includes an open solo section for soloists of your choice (suggested solos are included), this is an ideal selection for developing bands that want to sound like the big boys. Really Grooves!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.SCM-1021-01

Composed by Diego Ortiz. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 2005. Duration 3 minutes, 37 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1021-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1021-01).

This driving rock piece will rehearse easily and provide your students with an enjoyable piece that sounds harder than it is.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-3995-01

Arranged by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2012-00). Extra full score. Composed 2012. Duration 2 minutes, 29 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-3995-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-3995-01).

Take a well-known holiday classic, give it to a creative arranger, and you get a hard driving rock chart that's filled with instrumental and dynamic contrasts! After an attention-getting introduction, a few bars of the melody are played quietly in 3/4. Then it's straight-ahead rock in 4/4. The open solo section for any instrument has only two chords, and the chart works fine even if the solo section is omitted. A very impressive chart at the medium-easy level. The trumpets never leave the staff. It's the perfect something different for your holiday concerts.