By Duke Ellington (1899-1974). Arranged by Oliver Nelson. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. Oliver Nelson Big Band Series. Swing. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts

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 (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trumpet 5 (opt.), Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - advanced to difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1070

Swing. Composed by Melvin James Oliver. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1070. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1070).

English.

Every band from Tommy Dorsey to the Tonight Show Band to Ted Heath seemed to have a version of this great Sy Oliver tune. Bob Curnow compiled some of those versions into one great, new arrangement. It features, of course, the trumpet section (Bob wrote it for an optional 5-player section) and two improvised trumpet solos. The swing band feel is very much a part of this chart which culminates in an ending that will knock your socks off. Your audiences will LOVE this one. 5-5-4-4.

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 (Solo), Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1 (Guiro), Trumpet 2 (Claves), Trumpet 3 (Solo), Trumpet 4 (Maracas), Trumpet 5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1135

Latin. Composed by Gene Roland and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1135. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1135).

English.

As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on Viva-Kenton, this delightful Latin chart has solo space for tenor saxophone and features a very hip melody by Gene Roland. Gene wrote many, many hit records for the Kenton band, and this piece is sure to become a part of library of all Kenton lovers. 5-5-5-3.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-542

Swing. Composed by George Gershwin and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Lennie Niehaus. Sheet music. Swing. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 542. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-542).

English.

This is another of the many wonderful charts arranged by Niehaus for the Stan Kenton Orchestra. A splendid rendition of a great standard, and it swings like crazy! It contains all of the elements so associated with the Kenton band. Wonderfully inventive writing which at first states the melody with a small band. 5-5-5-3 (edited to be played without mellophoniums and can be played with 8 brass or 10).

Performed by Charles Mingus. Arranged by Sy Johnson. Charles Mingus Big Band Jazz. Size 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

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, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1027

For Woody Herman. Composed by Henry Creamer, Turner Layton, and Woody Herman. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1027. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1027).

English.

Holman has done a few arrangements of this tune, and this one may well be the best. Bill wrote this chart for the great Woody Herman Orchestra. It is written in a very bright swing tempo, and there is solo space for alto sax, tenor sax and trumpet. This chart has great line writing (no surprise there) and powerful, swinging ensemble shout choruses. Your band will really love playing this one. 5-5-4-3.

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

SKU: M7.SMP-1055

Fast Swing. Composed by Alan Jay Lerner and Maynard Ferguson. Arranged by Don Sebesky. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1055. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1055).

English.

This is a fast-paced, swinging chart, with lots of solo space for trumpet and baritone saxophone. There is also plenty of high-powered ensemble playing throughout. This edited version is created from the original parts, but Maynard's solo and lead parts are written into the standard trumpet section. Extra parts are also included for traditional instrumentation. This chart is one of the most recorded pieces in Maynard Ferguson's book and usually served as his opener with the Dream Band..

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).

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

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, 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.

Big band - easy to intermediate

SKU: M7.BARN-32364200

Rock. Composed by Andy Clark. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 2'. Handelsware #BARN 32364200. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32364200).

English.

A solidly scored rock tune with a 1960's feel that is full of energy. Perfect for developing bands, it has no solos, but lots of fun as each section in the band has interesting parts. Sure to be a favorite with students and its a wonderful chart to develop confidence in young players and audiences are sure to love it. A real winner!

Big band (Alto Sax 1, opt. Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, opt. Trombone 3, opt. Bass Trombone 4, Piano, Bass, Drums) - difficult

SKU: M7.SMP-1071

Swing. Composed by Jerome Kern and Maynard Ferguson. Arranged by Willie Maiden. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1071. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1071).

As recorded by the Maynard Ferguson Orchestra on the Newport album, this clever Willie Maiden arrangement is set in three sections - ballad, medium swing and fast swing. There is solo space for baritone saxophone (written out), bass (written out), tenor saxophone, trumpet, alto saxophone, and lead trumpet (a la Maynard). While this chart will certainly take some work to pull off, it will absolutely be worth it in the end! You band and audiences will love this great rendition of Old Man River! 5-5-4-3.

Big band - intermediate to advanced

SKU: M7.BARN-32350900

Latin. Composed by Carmine Pastore. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32350900. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32350900).

English.

Really hot! An exciting uptempo Latin groove that starts out featuring a combo of alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet and trombone before adding the whole band into the mix. Plenty of solo space for the soloists of your choice. A perfect concert or contest choice for better bands and your audiences will love it. Don't miss this great chart!

Big band - intermediate

SKU: M7.BARN-32394100

Latin-Rock. Composed by Larry Neeck. Sheet music. Score and parts. Duration 3'. Handelsware #BARN 32394100. Published by Handelsware (M7.BARN-32394100).

English.

Give your band and audience a pleasant Day At The Beach with this solid Latin-rock chart by Larry Neeck. Not too hard, and includes suggested solos for an open solo section for the soloists of your choosing, and it's playable with limited instrumentation. Your kids and audiences will love it! Don't forget your sun block!

By Frank Rosolino. Arranged by Bill Holman. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Bill Holman Big Band Series. From the Holman CD The Bill Holman Band Live . Grade 4/5. Score and set of parts

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-5, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone 4-5, Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Drums) - intermediate

SKU: M7.SMP-1178

Ballad. Composed by James Sherman, Jimmy Davis, Roger Ramirez, and Stanley Newcomb Kenton. Arranged by Bill Holman. Sheet music. Score and parts. Handelsware #SMP 1178. Published by Handelsware (M7.SMP-1178).

This chart was originally written for Charlie Parker to perform with the Stan Kenton Orchestra. Eventually it was recorded by Lee Konitz. The ensemble writing is very playable with no range concerns in the brass. If you have a great alto saxophone player (the solo is mostly chord symbols), this is an easy tune to put together with your band and will be a spectacular addition to any concert program. 5-5-5-3.

By Helen O'Connell. Arranged by Marion Evans. For big band with female vocal. Swing. Medium. Full score and set of parts

By Charlie Parker. Arranged by Joe Lipman. For big band. Swing. Advanced. Full score and set of parts. Published by Jazz Lines Publications

Big band (Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Flugelhorn/Trumpet 1-5, 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).

English.

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.

By Artie Shaw. Arranged by Myles Collins. For big band with male or female vocal. Swing. Medium. Full score and set of parts

By Lerner and Loewe. Arranged by Don Sebesky. The Maynard Ferguson Big Band Series. Swing. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

By Gunter Noris. For Big Band. Swiss import. Level: Grade 4. Published by Editions Marc Reift. (EMR 13089)

By Cole Porter. Arranged by Les Hooper. For jazz ensemble (5-4-4-4). Les Hooper Big Band Series. Swing. Grade 4-5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music