Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-106100

Funk. Composed by Carl Strommen. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 106100. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-106100).

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Carl Strommen, one of the most prolific educational writers, has penned the funk chart that students will love. The chord structure is blues in F which can feature any of your soloists. This composition features Carl's trademark rhythmless soli sections. There is a pretty fat chance that this will be a big seller for Carl. Solos are not written out for these F blues changes.

Big band - easy

SKU: M7.BARN-32376400

Swing. Composed by Andy Clark. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32376400. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32376400).

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Here's an appealing swing chart for younger jazz ensembles that will pay big dividends to your program. You can give any or all of your young players a chance to experience improvising a solo with the optional solo section on very easy Bb Blues changes that is included. Easy enough for the students to really get in the groove yet full of vitality that ensures that it will be a favorite of your band and audiences. An outstanding choice for this grade level!

Big band - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32384100

Swing. Composed by Scott Stanton. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32384100. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32384100).

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Jump, jive and jitterbug your way back to the 1940's with this up-tempo swing tune reminiscent of big band era. With driving rhythms and limited ranges this chart and all sections get a chance to shine. Optional written solos are included for bands acquiring improvisation skills. A guitar performance helper sheet with suggested voicings is included. This entertaining swinger is sure to put your band 'In the Groove' and your audience in the mood for jazz!

Big band - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32364800

Swing. Composed by Lenny Stack. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32364800. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32364800).

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A major league swinger which gives the whole band a chance to shine. Lots of ensemble kicks with space for solo fills by the drummer and a nice solo section for any sax soloists of your choosing. The trombones have a nice soli and the whole band has interesting parts. A great opener for any concert or contest performance by good bands. It really is Twice As Cool.

Big band - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1057

Rock/Fusion. Composed by Lyle Mays and Pat Metheny. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1057. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1057).

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Bob Curnow continues to add to his catalog of arrangements of Metheny & Mays compositions. Metheny & Mays have given us a great upbeat rock tune with a beautiful melody! This chart will challenge and excite your band, while providing the alto soloist a chance to build a solo that will thrill and wow the audience. A terriffic way to add some exciting variety to your concert program!

Big band - easy

SKU: M7.BARN-32353100

Swing. Composed by Paul Clark. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 32353100. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32353100).

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An incredible swing blues chart this is perfect for young jazz ensembles. Ranges are modest and every section has interesting parts. Includes an open solo section so you can give anyone you wish a chance to improvise over easy Bb blues changes. Even sounds big and solid with limited instrumentations and will provide a great way for your group to build confidence. Don't miss this one!

Big band - easy to intermediate

SKU: M7.BARN-31304600

Swing. Composed by Larry Neeck. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 31304600. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-31304600).

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Hot 40's swing styled chart for mid-level bands. Perfect choice for contest or concert. Open solo section (written suggested solos included). Great ensemble writing giving every section a chance to shine exceptional!

By Benny Goodman. Edited by Myles Collins. Arranged by Fletcher Henderson. Swing. Published by Lush Life (JL.LL-2098).

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/Guitar, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-921

Swing. Composed by George Gershwin. Arranged by Bill Potts. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 921. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-921).

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The quintessential Flag-Waver (as recorded on the 1959 album The Jazz Soul of Porgy and Bess, featuring the Bill Potts Big Band), this one is a real romp through a happy tune and a brilliant chart, arranged to feature everyone in the band. Some only have 4 bars, others have more blowing space, but everyone gets their chance in the spotlight. Great fun, great music and a great chart! 5-5-5-4.

Big band - intermediate

SKU: M7.BARN-32371300

Rock. Arranged by Paul Clark. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 4'. Handelsware #BARN 32371300. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32371300).

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Everybo dy knows this classic children's hymn, but nobody has heard it quite like this before. It's very cool and a lot of fun. Can feature any instrumental or even vocal soloists. A word of warning: if you use a vocalist, there's a very good chance that the audience will start singing along with some hand jive motions included. Playable with limited instrumentation. A truly unique arrangement, it's perfect for church and private school performances!