Dizzy Gillespie was a pivotal figure in the connection between Jazz and Afro-Cub...(+)
Dizzy Gillespie was a pivotal figure in the connection between Jazz and Afro-Cuban music. This exciting chart explores this relationship combining authentic Cha Cha and Bembe with straight ahead swinging jazz. A tenor sax solo isfeatured and look for some quotes from Dizzy's original recordings.
From jazz great Dizzy Gillespie here is this classic swinger skillfully arrange...(+)
From jazz great Dizzy Gillespie here is this classic swinger skillfully arranged for younger players. The tuneful melody is a great way to introduce the bebop style. Features solos for trumpet and alto sax.
One of the bebop classics that defined an era Groovin' High (arranged here by R...(+)
One of the bebop classics that defined an era Groovin' High (arranged here by Rick Stitzel) is a great introduction to the music of Dizzy Gillespie for your younger players. With careful attention to ranges and tempo this chartis very playable and features solos for trumpet and alto.
Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Without losing the essence of this Dizzy Gillespie ...(+)
Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Without losing the essence of this Dizzy Gillespie masterpiece Mike has crafted a marvelous chart for young players using safe ranges and moderate rhythms. You'll still find the trademark alternating from Latin to swing as well as written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.
Here's Dizzy Gillespie's classic in an outstanding Latin setting for full jazz e...(+)
Here's Dizzy Gillespie's classic in an outstanding Latin setting for full jazz ensemble by Mark Taylor. Just what you would expect from a quality arranger working with a quality tune this smokin' chart delivers the goods!
Written for and recorded by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note Joe Jackson direc...(+)
Written for and recorded by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note Joe Jackson director John Wasson has created a stunning and unique setting of this long-standing jazz classic. The chart is filled with twists and turns blazingensemble passages and also features solo space for two alto saxes (optional alto sax and trumpet). For the mature band here is a real showstopper.
Written for and recorded by Mario Bauza Michael Philip Mossman adds his own uni...(+)
Written for and recorded by Mario Bauza Michael Philip Mossman adds his own unique flare to this Dizzy Gillespie Latin jazz classic. Featured soloists include trumpet (of course) as well as trombone and alto. A great showcase for the entire ensemble!