By Benny Golson. Arranged by Michael Abene. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Maynard Ferguson Big Band Series. Swing / Classic Jazz. Grade 4. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

By Creamer and Layton. Arranged by Michael Abene. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Maynard Ferguson Big Band Series. Fast Swing. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts

By Metheny / Mays. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Pat Metheny Big Band Series. Grade 4

Big band (Clarinet 1-4, Bass Clarinet, Trumpet 1-3, Flugelhorn 4, Trumpet 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4 (opt.), Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1234

Flügelhorn Feature. Composed by Rich DeRosa. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1234. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1234).

Rich DeRosa, Professor of Jazz Composition at the University of North Texas, has composed a fascinating, brooding, and pensive melody of 'Mixed Emotions.' Set in a very contemporary feel with lush harmonies and reasonable brass ranges (highest note for trumpet is a written B), this flugelhorn feature also includes wonderfully written ensemble passages and will enchant your band and audiences alike. Originally recorded by the UNT One O'Clock Lab Band on their album Lab 2014, this piece requires woodwind doubles (clarinet). 5-4-4-4.

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn 1, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 2-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Piano, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - easy to intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1230

Piano Feature. Composed by Rich DeRosa. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1230. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1230).

Rich DeRosa, Professor of Jazz Composition at the University of North Texas, has written an exquisite ballad in dedication to Neil Slater (UNT Jazz Studies chair and director of One O'Clock Lab Band, retired). Originally recorded by the UNT One O'Clock Lab Band on their album Lab 2015, 'Neil' features the piano with a lot of room to improvise, combined with gorgeous, lush, legato ensemble passages. Quite playable by most bands, this chart has very limited brass ranges (highest note for trumpet is a written G) and will be a fantastic addition to any concert program! This 'pro' version requires 10-brass. 5-5-5-3.

By Bill Holman. Arranged by Bill Holman. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Bill Holman Big Band Series. From the Holman CD A View From The Side Only on Japanese CD release. Swing. Grade 4. Score and set of parts

By Bob Curnow. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Bob Curnow Big Band Series. Tenor Ballad Feature. Grade 3/4. Score and set of parts

(From the LP The Fabulous Bill Holman Band ). By Sonny Rollins. Arranged by Bill Holman. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Bill Holman Big Band Series. Fast Swing. Grade 4. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1121

Up Swing. Composed by Maynard Ferguson and Willie Maiden. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1121. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1121).

English.

Written for and recorded by the Maynard Ferguson Birdland Dream Band, this chart by Willie Maiden is uncharacteristically easy to play for the band due to very reasonable brass ranges. However, this is a 2 tenor saxophone and 2 trombone feature throughout. While quite a bit of the solos are written out, there is also a lot of space for improvisation. This is one of Willie's most delightful pieces scored for Maynard. 5-4-4-3.

By Benny Carter. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Benny Carter Big Band Series. Grade 3-4

By Benny Carter. Arranged by Benny Carter. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Benny Carter Big Band Series. Laid Back And Quiet. Grade 3/4. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn 1, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 2-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - easy to intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1231

Ballad. Composed by Rich DeRosa. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1231. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1231).

Rich DeRosa, Professor of Jazz Composition at the University of North Texas, has written an exquisite ballad in dedication to Neil Slater (UNT Jazz Studies chair and director of One O'Clock Lab Band, retired). Originally recorded by the UNT One O'Clock Lab Band on their album Lab 2015, 'Neil' features the piano with a lot of room to improvise, combined with gorgeous, lush, legato ensemble passages. Quite playable by most bands, this chart has very limited brass ranges (highest note for trumpet is a written G) and will be a fantastic addition to any concert program! This 'edited' version is exactly like the 'pro' version except it only requires 8-brass. 5-4-4-3.

By The Terry Gibbs Dream Band. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof. Arranged by Med Flory. For big band. Swing. 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).

English.

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.

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).

English.

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, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-306

Alto Sax Feature. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Alto Sax Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 306. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-306).

English.

Here is another chart written for Stan Kenton (in the mid-1950's), that was never recorded by the band. It is a sensational piece, a real flag-waver which features alto saxophone from top to bottom. Great ensemble figures propel the soloist ever onward. This up-tempo swing chart is refreshing, with band vs soloist, great background figures, a very hip key change and excitement throughout. A wonderful feature for your hot alto saxophonist. Typical, great Holman. 5-5-5-3.

By Oliver Nelson. Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. Oliver Nelson Big Band Series. Grade 3. Score and set of parts

By Count Basie. Arranged by Roy Philippe. For jazz big band (2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, baritone saxophone, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, guitar, piano, bass, drums). Ranges: Trumpet 1 to F6, Trombone 1 to Ab4. Swing. Medium. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1202

Swing. Composed by Hoagy Carmichael and Mitchell Parish. Arranged by Allan Ganley. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1202. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1202).

English.

Here is a free swinging, remarkable chart from a new writer for Sierra. Allan Ganley's reputation and legacy in England drew our attention to this marvelous arrangement of One Morning in May. The arrangement is recorded on the CD June Time (Vocalion), and stands among the best versions out there. Starting with a soft, swinging ensemble, the chart moves into space for blowing for tenor saxophone and trumpet, returning to the initial feel with a wonderful, warm ending. All brass ranges are very moderate. This will be a great addition to any jazz band library. 5-4-4-4.

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) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-419

Swing. Composed by Maynard Ferguson and Turner Layton. Arranged by Michael Abene. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 419. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-419).

English.

The Maynard Ferguson Band performed a lot of Abene's charts over the years. This chart is an excellent example of Abene's very musical approach to a great jazz standard. Very reasonable ranges throughout. Features tenor sax, trumpet and trombone solos. Destined to be a best-seller! Printed as originally scored (4-4-2-3), but including extra parts for a standard 5-4-4-4 instrumentation. This one burns!

Big band - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1197

Swing. Composed by Michel Legrand. Arranged by Vern Sielert. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1197. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1197).

English.

Vern Sielert has created a marvelous arrangement of Michel LeGrand's extremely popular melody. As recorded by the North Texas Two O'Clock Lab Band, it is set in a modern ECM swing feel. The melody is stated by alto saxophone and flugelhorn, and they are featured throughout with extensive room for improvisation. Brass ranges are moderate. This edited version only requires 8 brass players. This chart will surely join Vern's arrangements of I Thought About You and Like Someone in Love as best-sellers! 5-4-4-4 (opt. vibes).

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) - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-577

Trumpet Feature. Composed by Jerome Kern and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Gerry Mulligan. Sheet music. Trumpet Feature. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 577. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-577).

English.

One of those mystery charts that hardly anyone knows about, this chart is a beauty. Mulligan was a master at creating moods and using wonderful chord substitutions, as he did in this medium ballad. The arrangement features Trumpet throughout (written to feature Buddy Childers), and it was played very often by the Kenton Band. The brass ranges and rhythms for all are very reasonable (written Bb above the staff for Trumpet). This is a VERY impressive chart that is easy to play. 5-5-5-4.

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, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-569

Ballad. Composed by Cole Porter and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus. Sheet music. Ballad. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 569. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-569).

English.

As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on Stage Door Swings, this is a lovely ballad scored in the incomparable Kenton style. Niehaus uses the saxophone section to great effect. Limited ranges make this a very playable chart for most any band. There is solo space for trumpet. 5-5-5-3 (can be played with 8 brass).

By The American Jazz Orchestra. Edited by Jeffrey Sultanof and Rob DuBoff. Arranged by Benny Carter. For big band. Rumba/Swing. Medium. Score and parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-4, Trumpet/Flugelhorn 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4 (opt.), Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-757

Bossa Nova. Composed by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Slow Bossa Nova. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 757. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-757).

English.

This is a gorgeous feature for tenor saxophone (there is also a piano solo). Sensuous, warm, lush ..... all those good things. Set in a slow bossa-nova style, this lyrical piece will please your players and audiences alike. Very modest brass ranges (high D for tpt. 1) and easy rhythms make this chart very playable and attractive for just about any band. 5-4-4-4 (Opt. 10 brass).

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2-4, Flugelhorn 5, Trombone 1-4, Bass Trombone 5, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vibraphone) - advanced

SKU: M7.SMP-1198

Swing. Composed by Michel Legrand. Arranged by Vern Sielert. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1198. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1198).

English.

Vern Sielert has created a marvelous arrangement of Michel LeGrand's extremely popular melody. As recorded by the North Texas Two O'Clock Lab Band, it is set in a modern ECM swing feel. The melody is stated by alto saxophone and flugelhorn, and they are featured throughout with extensive room for improvisation. Brass ranges are moderate. This is the original pro version requiring 10 brass players. This chart will surely join Vern's arrangements of I Thought About You and Like Someone in Love as best-sellers! 5-5-5-4 (opt. vibes).

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.

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 (Flute, 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, Conga & Bongo) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1236

Latin. Composed by Oliver Nelson. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1236. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1236).

Originally recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on their album Afrique, 'Kilimanjaro' is a mesmerizing, easy-feeling Latin composition which pulses along by the constant tumbao bass groove and infectious percussion. Featuring flute and trumpet on the melody, Oliver Nelson's composition has a very bluesy touch and allows for solos as you choose. Moderate brass ranges (highest note for trumpet is a written D), a written out bass line throughout, and flexible solos makes this outstanding piece playable by most any band. 5-4-4-4 (opt. Latin percussion).