Au XXe siècle de nombreux compositeurs dont George Gershwin et Leonard Bernstein ont enrichi leur langage musical avec des éléments de jazz. Jazzotic Flight (mot-valise anglais contraction de jazz et exotic) est un voyage musical autour du monde.Trois points d'escale sont prévus : l'un sur le sol africain l'autre en Inde et le dernier en Amérique Latine. Les éléments de jazz tissent un lien entre les exotismes musicaux offrant ainsi un tapis sonore coloré et bien équilibré.

Arr. Johan de Meij. Par CHOSTAKOVITCH DIMITRI. / Niveau : 3 / Jazz / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par ANDERSON LEROY. Leroy Anderson\'s Jazz Pizzicato is a quintessential proof of his legendary status as a composer of light music. With a nostalgic nod toward the traditional American dance form known as the cakewalk, this bright and cheerful tune will have the audience whistling and tapping their toes long after the final note of your concert! This exclusive Southern band edition by Mark Rogers reintroduces Anderson\'s enchanting work to new generations of audiences. / Date parution : 2022-09-20/ Répertoire / Concert Band

Josef Zawinul and Weather Report turned the jazz world on its ear with this iconic fusion composition from the 1977 album Heavy Weather. Arranged here for 6 horns and rhythm section this version retains all the drive and uplifting energy of the original.

Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 With an almost hypnotic 3/4 rhythmic pattern here is an effective yet easy version of this standard made famous by John Coltrane. The saxes are featured on the first chorus then the brass get a chorus of their own. The simple solo section (using a single scale) makes this a great training piece for improvisation (sample solos are provided for all keys). A marvelously unique offering at the easy level!

Composé par le pianiste jazz Chick Corea et enregistré sur son album emblématique de 1973 Light as a Feather cette oeuvre dynamique a concrétisé son statut de classique du jazz-fusion. Le début lyrique et sensuel sur saxophone ténor solo est suivi par un rythme latin rapide et énergique qui comprend une mélodie partagée entre les différents registres. La version captivante de Paul Murtha est parfaite pour des concerts.

Saxophone Section Feature-Helping to pioneer the Afro-Cuban style of the '40s Dizzy Gillepsie's signature composition has been recorded by countless jazz artists over the years and has become a true jazz standard. Skillfully arranged here as a Saxophone section feature with concert band this sizzling arrangement alternates between Latin and swing styles like the original. A wonderful change of pace.

From the king of swing Sammy Nestico brings his inimitable symphonic jazz style to the concert stage. Originally written for the Boston Pops Orchestra Sammy has re-worked this marvelous holiday setting for winds featuring the classic carol Good King Wenceslas in a variety of jazz-flavored styles. The horn solos are cued and the piano part is optional. Sure to be a holiday favorite for years to come.

Par AAGAARD-NILSEN TORSTEIN. The word 'old' and the title of each movement refers to music of the past. The word 'licks' comes from blues, rock and jazz. Licks can be arpeggio-figures, scales and riffs that is regularly used in improvisations. Toccata is a well known musical genre from the baroque keyboard music, a free flowing piece filled with energy. The ritornell can be described as a refrain, a recurring theme used in the ritornello form of the baroque era. / Date parution : 2023-10-31/ Répertoire / Concert Band

The Girl from Ipanema | One Note Samba | Meditation | Desafinado | No More Blues. Par JOBIM ANTONIO CARLOS / WESTBY OIVIND (Arr.). Øivind Westby has written a number of excellent but demanding instrumental arrangements for Concert Band. In the present one, he has transcribed five of the most famous by Antonio Carlos Jobim. Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim (1927-1994) grew up near Ipanema, the famous beach in Rio de Janeiro. His big break through and most creative period came in the 50?s and 60?s which gave him the status as the greatest Brazilian composer of all times. Together with Stan Getz and João and Astrud Gilberto he recorded one of the best selling jazz-albums of all times, an album which feature several of his most famous compositions. His inspiration includes another Brazilian great; Pixinguinha, but also classical composers like Frederick Chopin and Claude Debussy. He died in NYC in 1994 after composing approx. 400 works. He is recognized all over the world as one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. / Date parution : 2023-10-31/ Répertoire / Concert Band

Henri Mancini was a master at composing memorable melodies ? impressively demonstrated by his numerous and unforgettable film scores and jazz tunes. Johnnie Vinson has now cleverly arranged Baby Elephant Walk, written by Mancini for the film Hatari in 1962, in what is sure to become an audience favourite.