Big band - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-237

Alto Sax Feature. Composed by Jerome Kern. Arranged by Don Sebesky. Sheet music. Alto Sax Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 237. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-237).

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This chart is from the I REMEMBER BILL - a tribute to Bill Evans CD arranged and conducted by Don Sebesky! All of these incredible pieces require a mature band, soloists and woodwind doublers. Although these charts are not for the faint-of-heart, they are well worth the time and effort to perform. There has never been a more interesting or musical arrangement of this immortal Jerome Kern standard. From the I Remember Bill - a tribute to Bill Evans CD (RCA Victor). Give it a listen. A truly amazing and extensive excursion. Features alto saxophone. 5-4-4-3 (plus French horn).

Alto Sax 1 (Flute, Soprano Sax), Alto Sax 2 (Clarinet, Soprano Sax), Flute (Soprano Sax), Tenor Sax (Soprano Sax), Bass Clarinet (Soprano Sax), Flugelhorn (Trumpet) 1-4, French Horn, Baritone Horn 1 (Trombone), Baritone Horn 2 (Trombone), Baritone Horn 3 (Trombone), Baritone Horn 4 (Tuba), Guitar, Bass, Drums.

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.

What Sammy Said arranged by Gordon Goodwin. For big band. Medium to difficult. Score and parts. Published by Walrus Music Publishing

By Pat Metheny. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Pat Metheny Big Band Series. Latin Fusion. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

Big band (Flute 1, Flute 2, Tenor/Soprano Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-3, Flugelhorn 4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano/Keyboard, Guitar, Electric/Acoustic Bass, Drums) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1117

Waltz. Composed by Les Hooper. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1117. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1117).

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This is a lovely, straight-eighth waltz that starts simply and quietly with the rhythm section. There are flute doubles in the alto saxophone parts and a flugelhorn solo. Brass ranges are very limited. This is a great piece to program to contrast the more demanding charts you are performing. 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 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).

By Pat Metheny. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Pat Metheny Big Band Series. Latin Fusion. Grade 5. Score and set of parts

By Oliver Nelson. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. Oliver Nelson Big Band Series. Alto Feature / Ballad. Grade 3-4. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

Big band (Alto Sax 1 (Solo as played by Cannonball), Alto Sax (Melody Alone), Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Bass Clarinet, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1150

Alto Sax Feature. Composed by Cole Porter and Julian Cannonball Adderley. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1150. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1150).

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This arrangement by Oliver Nelson is a gorgeous alto saxophone feature of Cole Porter's I Worship You. The alto player can either perform the solo part (completely written out) as originally played and recorded by Cannonball Adderley on his album Domination, or can choose to read the basic melody and improvise. There is also short solo space for piano. Clarinet doubles are required, but the ensemble writing is very playable. This is a great alto feature on a beautiful melody! 5-4-4-3.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Clarinet, Clarinet, Oboe, Bass Clarinet, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Celesta & Bells (opt. Piano), Guitar, Bass, Drums) - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-369

Alto Sax Feature. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Sheet music. Alto Sax Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 369. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-369).

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There may not be a more beautiful ballad anywhere in jazz ensemble literature. This is an alto saxophone feature throughout and was recorded on the Full Nelson album and also included in the Verve Jazz Masters collection CD. This is a stunning piece, which has a decidedly orchestral/classical sound to it. The possibility of using the original clarinet, flute oboe, bass clarinet and celeste parts makes this a most interesting and special piece. Regular saxophone parts are also included if doubles are not available. 5-4-4-4.

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 (Soloist, Clarinet/Alto Sax 1, Clarinet/Alto Sax 2, Clarinet/Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Bass Clarinet/Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums, Mallets/Vibes/Xylo) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-989

Rock/Fusion. Composed by Astor Piazzolla. Arranged by Fred Sturm. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 989. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-989).

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As recorded on Libertango ! Hommage to Astor Piazzolla by the HR Big Band (Germany), this arrangement will surely lift your audiences out of their seats. It features a main soloist of your choice (originally recorded with bandoneon solo) and another solo for tenor saxophone. Various parts are included for different soloists to use. This marvelous arrangement opens with warm sounds in clarinets, muted trombones and flugelhorns behind the beautiful melody stated by the primary soloist. The setting is a medium tango, with a short, exciting swing section near the end of the chart. Once the piece moves into a strong, rock-fusion feel, there is no turning back. You and your band will love this chart. This requires clarinet doubles on the top 3 saxophone parts and bass clarinet on the baritone part. There is also a mallet part (marimba, vibes and xylophone). 5-4-4-5.

Arranged by Chuck Israels. For little big band. Swing, Jazz. Difficult. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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).

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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.

By Pat Metheny. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Pat Metheny Big Band Series. Rock Fusion. Grade 4. Score and set of parts

Recorded by the Dizzy Gillespie Alumni All-Stars. Edited by Dylan Canterbury, Rob DuBoff, and Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Benny Golson. Jazz, Ballad. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications (JL.JLP-7340).

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1078

Swing. Composed by Carl Hilding Severinsen and Duke Ellington. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1078. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1078).

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This great chart is recorded (1999) on the Azica CD Swingin' the Blues. Holman grabs this simple Ellington tune and runs with it. The arrangement is yet another amazing example of Bill Holman's extraordinary arranging skills. There is solo space for tenor saxophone and, of course, trumpet. There is no real need for any extra high trumpet playing. The ensemble shout choruses alone are enough reason to put this chart in every jazz band library in the land. You will have a blast with this one. 5-4-4-4.

Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32371700

Spanish Rock. Composed by Scott Stanton. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32371700. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32371700).

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This magical up-tempo Spanish rock chart with lots of unison sectional lines for the horns will have your students sounding bigger and better than they really are! The chart develops by building on rhythmic ideas from every section starting with the rhythm section featuring the bass player. Multiple auxiliary Latin percussion parts are written for two players. There is solo space for your trumpet player with additional room for percussion or any other instrument of your choice. A guitar performance help sheet with suggested voicings and scales is also included in the bag of tricks. A perfect chart for any concert or festival performance and a sure winner with students and audiences alike!

By Guy Lombardo. Arranged by Mike Henebry. For big band. Ballad. Easy. Full score and set of parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications . full score and set of parts. Ballad.

By As recorded by Count Basie. Edited by Myles Collins. Swing. Full score and parts. Published by Lush Life (JL.LL-1303).

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 (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).

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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 1-5, 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).

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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.