By Art Pepper. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof and Rob Duboff. Arranged by Marty Paich. For little big band (Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, 2 Trumpets, Horn in F (or Trumpet 3 or Trombone 3), 2 Trombones, Piano, Bass, Drums). Swing. Medium. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

By Art Pepper. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof and Rob Duboff. Arranged by Marty Paich. For little big band (Alto Saxophone, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 2 Trumpets, Horn in F (or Trumpet 3 or Trombone 3), 2 Trombones, Piano, Bass, Drums.). Swing. M

By The Duke Ellington Orchestra. Edited by Rob Duboff and Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Billy Strayhorn. For big band (2 Alto Saxophones, Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Piano, Bass, Drums.). Recorded by the Duke Ellington Orchestra. Swing. Medium. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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

SKU: M7.SMP-224

Ballad. Composed by Pat Metheny. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 224. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-224).

English.

As commissioned (and recorded) by the SWR Big Band of Stuttgart, Germany, this is an extended arrangement based on a gorgeous melody by Pat Metheny. The saxophone players double on flute (sax 1), clarinets (sax 2-4) and bass clarinet (sax 5). There is solo space for piano, tenor sax and trombone, as the chart moves from a rubato ballad, to a bossa feel, to a rock ballad feel, and back to the rubato again. This is a highly, emotionally charged piece which makes a wonderful addition to any program. Limited brass ranges. The chart also includes an interweaving of Metheny's pensive melody Tell Her You Saw Me. The CD on which this piece is recorded is Towednack, Bob Curnow and the SWR Big Band (available from Sierra Music). 5-4-4-4.

Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Tadd Dameron. For big band (2 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums). Ranges: Trumpet 1 to C#6, Trombone 1 to A5. Swing. Difficult. Score and pa

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-1232

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1232. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1232).

Bill Holman's music never disappoints, and 'Introduction to an Ending' is no exception! Originally written for and recorded on the Charlie Barnet Big Band 1967 album, this straight-ahead blues tune features the saxophone section with a long, wonderful soli that grows for over 70 bars before ripping into the solo section. There is solo space for alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, and drums. Filled with energy and excitement, the shout chorus comes roaring in to take the tune out with a bang. This is a great addition to any program! 5-4-4-3.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-395

Aka Patterns For Orchestra. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 395. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-395).

English.

Also known as Patterns For Orchestra (as recorded on the Verve jazz masters 48 CD), this is one of Nelson's very interesting charts. It has a very angular, exciting melody in a brisk swing tempo, and lots of solo space for trombone (as recorded by J.J. Johnson). The solo space could be filled by piano or any other instrument as well. The instrumentation has been converted to 5-4-4-4, a standard big band.

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) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-457

Swing. Composed by Shorty Rogers. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 457. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-457).

English.

As recorded on Portrait of Shorty, (including the best of West Coast jazz musicians such as Herb Geller, Bill Holman, Jack Montrose, Frank Rosolino, Conrad Gozzo, Conte Candoli and others) this is a medium tempo Swing chart that has a very unique, catchy sound to it. There is solo space for alto, tenor and baritone saxophones, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass and drums. Once again Shorty writes a superb chart for Big Band. Over 200 bars of enjoyment! 5-4-4-4.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-231

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Count Basie. Sheet music. Slow Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 231. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-231).

English.

This chart was recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on the CD I Told You So. This is yet another terrific Holman chart written for that band! A slow, swinging, Li'l Darlin - ish kind of chart, it has solo space for trombone and piano. This is an absolutely wonderful chart, written for and recorded by the great Basie Band. 5-5-4-4.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-352

Concert Jazz. Composed by Les Hooper. Sheet music. Concert Jazz. Score and parts. Duration 12'. Handelsware #SMP 352. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-352).

English.

A monumental piece of big band jazz. This was written for Les' fantastic Chicago band. It is an extensive work (about 12 minutes) which features trumpet (or flugelhorn) throughout in various settings and styles, based on one of the most beautiful melodies Les has ever written. There are also piano solos. Woodwind players must be good doublers and it is well worth the effort. This is certainly one of Hooper's most dynamic and interesting creations (among a great many)! As recorded on the Dorian Blue LP. 5-4-4-3.

By Claude Thornhill. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Gil Evans. For jazz big band (2 alto saxophones (double clarinet), 2 tenor saxophones, baritone saxophone, clarinet (optional), 4 trumpets (4th alternate for horn 1), 2 horns in F, 3 trombones (3rd alternate for horn 2), guitar, piano, bass, drums, 2 trombones). Swing. Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1072

Swing. Composed by Benny Carter and Count Basie. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1072. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1072).

English.

Anyone familiar with Benny Carter's music knows what to expect ....... the highest quality, lovely melodies or swinging tunes that lift you out of your seat. This piece is a part of the CD The Legend, as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra. It is a bright, swinging, happy chart with solo space for tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano and bass. It makes a great opener. This is the way to wake up your band and your audiences. 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, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-332

Rock. Composed by Robert Macgimsey. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Rock. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 332. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-332).

English.

Bill Holman's Great Big Band was a sensational ensemble! That album has just been re-issued on Mosaic Records. This chart is an example of Bill's talent for investing old material with brilliant new ideas. It originally featured Bill Perkins on tenor sax and Conte Candoli on trumpet solos. An exciting, amazingly fresh, inventive chart. Recorded on the Bill Holman's Great Big Band CD. 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, Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-322

Rock/Fusion. Composed by Bill Holman and Buddy Rich. Sheet music. Rock/Fusion. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 322. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-322).

English.

This is one of the most original big band rock/fusion charts ever written. The Buddy Rich Big Band recorded this as a Closer on the CD Buddy and Soul. Tenor solo and lots of exciting counterpoint. Red-hot ensemble passages prevail! Played on the Tonight Show many times when Buddy would be a guest. This is a terrific crowd-pleaser. 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Woodwind 1 (Solo), Woodwind 2, Woodwind 3 (Solo), Woodwind 4, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1, Flugelhorn/Trummpet 2, Trumpet 3, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 4 (Solo), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums (Solo)) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-207

Celtic. Composed by Bill Whelan. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Celtic. Score and parts. Duration 8'. Handelsware #SMP 207. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-207).

English.

The chart everyone has been waiting for!! Eight minutes of amazing, dynamic, exciting sounds! This arrangement was commissioned and recorded by the SWR Big Band of Stuttgart, Germany. It is, of course, based on the centerpiece of the wildly popular show. Everytime this chart was performed in live concerts in Germany (and elsewhere), the audience just erupted with applause and standing ovations. This isn't an easy chart to play, but it is well worth the effort (similar to The First Circle in that respect). All ranges are fairly reasonable, with the 1st Tpt. part topping out at a written high E. This is recorded on the highly acclaimed CD Towednack, Bob Curnow and the SWR Big Band (available from Sierra Music). 5-4-4-4.

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) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-316

Swing. Composed by Bill Holman and Buddy Rich. Sheet music. Rock/Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 316. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-316).

English.

As written for and performed by the Buddy Rich Big Band, here is the long-missing chart that Holman wrote to feature Buddy on Drums and Pat LaBarbera on Tenor Sax. What a great chart! It is set in a quasi Rock Feel which shifts to Swing and back again. This is a very high-energy, exciting chart, and Buddy played it all the time! Your band will eat this one up. 5-4-4-3.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-252

Rock. Composed by Dan Haerle. Sheet music. Rock Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 252. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-252).

English.

Dan has created a wonderful Rock Ballad, with a nifty, repeating vamp figure, that can be played by even the most inexperienced players. He has managed to do this without compromising the music. The chart is wonderful! The melody is stated by 2 Altos, Trumpet and Trombone in unison, and it grooves on from there. VERY limited ranges (1st Tpt. written G top of staff) Solos for Alto Sax, Tenor Sax and Trumpet. Solos are written out, or they can be improvised as well. Your band will love it! 5-4-4-4.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-345

Home Parish. Composed by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Celtic. Score and parts. Duration 12'. Handelsware #SMP 345. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-345).

English.

Bob has created an absolutely thrilling 12 minute work, inspired by his Celtic roots (Towednack is a small area in Cornwall, England). The Celtic influence is heard in the triple-meter settings and the interlude which reflects back on a Riverdance style of music. Tenor sax is featured. Very much in the genre of his Metheny/Mays charts of the past. Commissioned by Riverside Community College (CA) Performed at the August, 1999 Kenton Sounds concert in Los Angeles. No w.w. doubles. The CD on which this piece is recorded is Towednack, Bob Curnow and the SWR Big Band (available from Sierra Music). 5-4-4-4 (opt. vibes and aux. perc.).

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-398

Swing. Composed by Duke Ellington. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 398. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-398).

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 just romps and stomps right from the start. The ensemble shouts just scream with wonderful voicings that lift you up out of your seat! There is solo space for Alto Sax (of course), Trumpet and Piano. Ellington's melody and Nelson's arrangement ...... an absolute winning combination! Your band will love this one! 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 1-4, 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).

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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/Soprano 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) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-930

Baritone Sax Feature. Composed by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Baritone Sax Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 930. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-930).

English.

As recorded on the new CD The Bill Holman Band Live, Holman has written a witty, musical, fun-filled feature for baritone saxophone. Lots of space for creative playing, and the wonderful contrapuntal writing that we come to expect from Holman. It's time to feature the foundation of your jazz band. A moderate tempo shuffle-feel makes this one swing like crazy! 5-4-4-4.

By Dizzy Gillespie Big Band. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Mary Lou Williams. For jazz big band (voice, 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, baritone saxophone, 5 trumpets (tpt 5 featured solo), 3 trombones, piano, bass, drums). Ranges: Trumpet 1 to C6, Trombone 1 to Ab4, Voice: Bb3 to Dd5, key of Eb. Swing. Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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

SKU: M7.SMP-175

Samba. Composed by Bill Holman. Arranged by Bill Holman. This edition: Folder. Sheet music. Samba. Score and parts. 222 pages. Handelsware #SMP 175. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-175).

English.

A really delightful samba! 339 measures of pure delight! Features soprano sax and flugelhorn, as well as drums and bass. This is one your band will want to play and play and play..... the samba we've all been waiting for! Soprano sax doubles on alto parts. 5-4-4-4.

By Supersax. Arranged by Med Flory. For big band (2 Alto Saxophones, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Saxophone, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones (3rd is Bass Trombone), Piano, Bass, Drums). Swing. Advanced. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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

SKU: M7.SMP-166

Rock/Fusion. Composed by Les Hooper. Sheet music. Rock/Fusion. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 166. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-166).

English.

This is Hooper at his best ...... musical, clever and always very interesting. An exciting and different piece with a latin feel. Features alto sax. As recorded on the Look What They've Done LP. 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) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-233

Swing. Composed by Dale Wilson. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 233. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-233).

English.

Holman has a wonderful knack of taking just about any tune and making it swing like crazy. This one sure does! Recorded on The Fabulous Bill Holman LP, this chart is amazing in its simplicity and effectiveness. A great opener or closer!! Features alto, tenor and baritone saxes, trpt. and dms. 5-4-4-4.

By The Jazz Interactions Orchestra. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof and Rob Duboff. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. For big band (Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, 4 Trumpets, 2 Horns in F, 4 Trombones, Tuba, Piano, Bass, Drums.). Recorded by the Jazz Interactions Orchestra. Swing. Medium Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications