Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.20717

Composed by Mike Carubia. Arranged by Jeff Jarvis. Solo or Ensemble. Jazz Improvisation Method. Kendor Music Inc #20717. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.20717).

UPC: 822795207170.

This essential book for jazz ensemble auditions, recitals, festivals, and lessons includes 20 etudes based on the changes to popular jazz standards so players learn to improvise over the chord progressions of songs that all jazz musicians should know. The downloadable MP3 tracks include two versions of each etude -- one with a professional soloist & rhythm section, and another with just the rhythm section.

Contents:
Sunny Side Up; You And The Night; Dad's Tune; Holy Tom; Time Thief; Riff Blues; The Days Of Winding Hoses; Bird Lady; Bossa Azule; Sun-Like; Mona By Moonlight; Justified Friends; Day Is Night; Did You Meet Her?; Should I Remember You?; Share Our Key; See Ya Bird!; Into Somewhere; Without Warning; You Stepped In.

By Doug Beach, George Shutack. Arranged by Beach, Shutack. For jazz ensemble. Threshold Series. Samba. Medium. Score and set of parts. Duration 5 minutes, 42 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2.5

SKU: PE.HX103SC

Arranged by Ryan Fraley. 5 or More; Collections; Jazz Ensemble (Combo); Jazz Resources; Method/Instruction; Solo Small Ensembles. HXmusic. Christmas. Book. HXmusic #98-HX103SC. Published by HXmusic (PE.HX103SC).

ISBN 9781545198049.

A collection of six Christmas and holiday charts for small jazz groups at grade 2.5. All charts are scored in three-part writing, with flexible instrumentation provided by all three parts in each wind book. Solo sections are provided with changes, and also a mini-clinic with a break down of the spelled-out chord progression and a scale etude for each tune. Twelve transcribed solos match the recordings note-for-note, and twelve suggested solos give younger players a starting point with themes taken from the recorded solos. 54 downloadable play-along tracks provide every instrument a chance to sit in with the recorded band. Contents include: Up On the Housetop, Good King Wenceslas, Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, The Holly and the Ivy, Auld Lang Syne.

Arranged by Shutack Beach. For standard jazz ensemble. Threshold Series. Swing. Medium Easy. Score and parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Composed by Bob Mintzer. For jazz ensemble. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Gospel Ballad. Medium Advanced. Score and set of parts. Duration 1 minute, 40 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2; Grade 2.5

SKU: PE.HX102SC

Composed by Ryan Fraley. 5 or More; Collections; Jazz Ensemble (Combo); Jazz Resources; Method/Instruction; Solo Small Ensembles. HXmusic. Jazz. Book. HXmusic #98-HX102SC. Published by HXmusic (PE.HX102SC).

ISBN 9781530896028.

A collection of six charts for small jazz groups at grade 2 - 2.5. All charts are scored in three-part writing, with flexible instrumentation provided by all three parts in each wind book. Solo sections are provided with changes, and also a mini-clinic for each tune with a break down of the spelled-out chord progression and suggested scales to use throughout each solo. Twelve transcribed solos match the recordings note-for-note, and twelve suggested solos give younger players a starting point with themes taken from the recorded solos. 49 downloadable play-along tracks provide every instrument a chance to sit in with the recorded band. Contents Include: Porto Alegre; Time Will Tell; Leap Day; Bohemian Groove; Avalon; Steam Punk Funk.

By Traditional. Arranged by Blumenthal. Jazz Summit. Funk. Level: advanced. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

Composed by Sammy Nestico. Sammy Nestico Premium Jazz Series.  medium jazz. Score and parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.SN70205).

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: PE.HX9002

Arranged by Ryan Fraley. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. HXmusic. Christmas; Holiday Pops. Score and Part(s). HXmusic #98-HX9002. Published by HXmusic (PE.HX9002).

It's holiday mash-up time! This is a clever combination of the traditional carol with sultry Brazilian jazz a la Stan Getz. Two transcribed solos are provided for tenor sax and trumpet (or flugelhorn) that mirror the recorded solos, or they can be improvised as desired. The rhythm section parts are fully realized along with suggested piano voicings and bass lines. This is a relaxed and laid-back chart that features sectional solis and the full ensemble for a fresh and modern addition to holiday concert repertoire. Optional parts are included for flute/violin, clarinet and F horn, and the lead trumpet range is to written E top of staff. Highly recommended!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: LO.60-1341H

Alto Saxophone Feature. Composed by Peter Blair. Jazz. Conductor's score. Heritage Music Press #60/1341H. Published by Heritage Music Press (LO.60-1341H).

ISBN 9780893287801.

The spotlight is on your alto saxophone soloist in this new pop-ballad composition, but the interesting cascading lines in the winds and neat harmonic twists make this piece interesting for all the players in your ensemble. The arrangement has been carefully scored to make sure the soloist can be heard even if you don't have sound reinforcement equipment.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble plus tuba & 2 F horns - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52030

Composed by Sammy Nestico. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Ballad. Score and set of parts. Kendor Music Inc #52030. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52030).

Written for the great Count Basie band in 1971, this alto sax feature in a warm, downtempo ballad setting provides written lines for the soloist so players with limited improvisation experience can still carry the day. An 8-bar ad lib solo for piano is also included, and rhythm section parts are notated.

Composed by Sammy Nestico. For jazz ensemble with 2 F horns and tuba; 2nd tenor sax has optional flute double. Jazz Gateway Series. Ballad. Easy. Score and set of parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

By Jerome Kern. Arranged by Bill Holman. For jazz ensemble (5-5-5-4). The Stan Kenton Orchestra Library Series. Ballad. Grade 5. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music

By Thad Jones. Jazz Summit. Ballad. Level: advanced. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

Composed by Duke Ellington (1899-1974). Arranged by Rick Hirsch. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Young Jazz Ensemble. Jazz. Part(s); Score. 98 pages. Duration 3:30. Alfred Music #00-46155. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46155).

Composed by Luiz Bonf�¡, English lyric by Carl Sigman. Arranged by Terry White. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble; Score. Young Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; Latin. Grade 2. 20 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42482S

Arranged by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42482S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42482S).

UPC: 822795424829.

Ring in the holidays with this swingin' medley of O Christmas Tree, O Little Town of Bethlehem and O Come All Ye Faithful. Solid voicings, Basie-style figures, and written or ad lib solos for all add up to a big winner for medium level groups. Duration 5:23. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) plus Auxiliary Percussion (bells & chimes); drummer doubles on sleigh bells - Grade 2

SKU: KN.00310

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Sammy Nestico. Jazz Gateway. Holiday. Kendor Music Inc #00310. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.00310).

UPC: 822795003109.

Showc asing the genius of Sammy Nestico at his creative best, these inventive arrangements give directors countless options for holiday programs -- selections can be played singly or together, tempos include slow, medium and fast, and styles range from lyrical and expressive to bright and snappy. In a word, there's something here for everyone! Rhythm section parts are notated.

Contents:
Jingle Bells; Away In A Manger; Westminster Carol; Deck The Halls; Silent Night; Up On The House-Top; The Wassail Song; Adeste Fidelis.

Composed by Luiz Bonf�¡, English lyric by Carl Sigman. Arranged by Terry White. Jazz Ensemble; Part(s); Score. Young Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; Latin. 102 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45068).

As Performed by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band. Composed by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (adapted by Johnny Marks), music by Johnny Marks. Arranged by Gordon Goodwin. Jazz Ensemble; Part(s); Score. Gordon Goodwin Series. Christmas; Jazz; Sacred; Winter. 74 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43705).

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52030S

Composed by Sammy Nestico. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52030S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52030S).

Written for the great Count Basie band in 1971, this alto sax feature in a warm, downtempo ballad setting provides written lines for the soloist so players with limited improvisation experience can still carry the day. An 8-bar ad lib solo for piano is also included, and rhythm section parts are notated.

Jazz Ensemble standard Jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes (For 9-17 players, plus opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes) - Grade 2

SKU: KN.60552

Composed by arr. Yasinitsky. Arranged by Greg Yasinitsky. Jazz Gateway. Basie Style Swing. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #60552. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.60552).

UPC: 822795605525.

This hard-swinging, Basie style arrangement of the holiday favorite features a hip horns alone section, a fun saxophone/trombone soli and a richly scored, roaring shout chorus. The written or ad lib solo section is open with solo sheets provided in all keys. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. A perfect addition to any holiday performance for developing groups. Duration 4:10.

Jazz Ensemble standard Jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes - Grade 2

SKU: KN.60552S

Arranged by Greg Yasinitsky. Jazz Gateway. Kendor Music Inc #60552S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.60552S).

UPC: 822795605525.

This hard-swinging, Basie style arrangement of the holiday favorite features a hip horns alone section, a fun saxophone/trombone soli and a richly scored, roaring shout chorus. The written or ad lib solo section is open with solo sheets provided in all keys. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in f, tuba and vibes parts. A perfect addition to any holiday performance for developing groups. Duration 4:10.

Arranged by Peter Blair. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble; SmartMusic. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz. Grade 1. Conductor Score and Parts. 70 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Composed by Thad Jones. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Slow Funk Rock. Score and set of parts. Duration 8 minutes. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52770).

Arranged by Mike Story. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Form: Waltz. Christmas; Jazz; Winter. Part(s); Score. 84 pages. Duration 1:56. Alfred Music #00-47502. Published by Alfred Music

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.52460S

Composed by Bob Mintzer. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52460S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52460S).

As recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on Incredible Journey, this gospel ballad is a full-length solo feature for tenor sax. It starts with a rubato intro in 4/4 before switching to 6/4, and goes out with a dramatic, repeated band shout that alternates fortissimo and subito-piano figures to build intensity and excitement in the closing moments. Duration 11:40.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42469S

Composed by Various. Arranged by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42469S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42469S).

UPC: 822795424690.

Thoug h it took some time and real effort to convince the famous Chili Pepper to tackle the concept of holiday music, it's finally a reality! Featuring three great classics -- I Saw Three Ships, Angels We Have Heard On High and Jingle Bells -- this samba style medley at the medium level is a joyous celebration of the holidays. While improvisation is certainly encouraged, sheets with written solo lines for both open sections are included with each set. Duration 5:42. Available in SmartMusic.