Enregistré par l'orchestre de Jazz Mel Lewis ('Soft Lights et Hot Music '), graphique exceptionnelle de Michael Abene jette cette norme Irving Berlin sous un angle totalement nouveau. (Vous trouverez la mélodie dans la ligne de basse de la 2ème phrase). Mettant en vedette un tempo éclatant avec lignes furious et hurlant des passages de l'ensemble, c'est une pièce passionnante pour les bandes matures ! (Cordes doubles facultatif) / Jazz Band

10 Easy Jazz Duets, written by John La Porta with Greg Nielsen, contains jazz duets in a variety of styles. This unique book is compatible for performance with all instruments and is published with a CD of hip rhythm section backgrounds. In addition, the duets can be performed with a live rhythm section using the chord symbols provided in the C and Bass Clef editions. Not only is the book great for individual jazz practice for improvisation, articulation and phrasing, but it provides interaction with another musician or group with no limitation on the instrumentation. The duets are also very useful to the educator who may find it difficult to get a full band together.

At 120BPM, this Patrick Williams swing chart is right on the mark---'There You Go Again' is a first-class composition that will please any experienced band. It features full instrumentation plus optional horn in F parts. Solo space is provided, and a great sax section soli and roaring shout chorus are included as well. All great! (3:01) / Ensemble De Jazz

Yes, this is 'Jingle Bells?! Check out this very clever swing arrangement that is sure to please. This chart is easy to rehearse with a catchy hook, very modest brass ranges, and plenty of optional parts---it will be your favorite easy holiday arrangement! (3:08) / Ensemble De Jazz

Par HOU PHILEMON. This instrumental hit by Hugh Masekela soared to the top of the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop groove and catchy brass riffs. In this chart for young players, Rick has beautifully captured the unique flavor of the original, and includes the transcribed solo of Hugh Masekela which can be played by a trumpet soloist or by the entire section. Different and fun!/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Duke Ellington's 'Blue Goose' is a beautiful medium swing tune based on 'Star Dust' with a soprano and bari sax introduction and short solos for trumpet, trombone, and tenor. Featuring a sax solo with clarinet lead and dense harmonies, this one is elegant, lush, and full of surprises! / Ensemble De Jazz

Up tempo rhythm changes in the key of G, based on an earlier tune by Henderson called 'Yeah Man', 'Hotter Than 'Ell' is a stomping riff tune with solos for clarinet, trumpet, and tenor. Includes a great shout chorus with call and response between brass and saxes. / Ensemble De Jazz

Paul Cook brings us this rich, slow ballad setting of the classic tune from The Wizard of Oz. It's easy to play and sounds delightful. Players and audiences will all want to hear this one often. A great chart to introduce phrasing and style to younger players. Very Easy (4:11)

Funky, a little greasy, and a joy to play. The tempo is around 132 BPM, with written solos for alto and trombone 1, and a funky piano and bass intro. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. An optional vibes part is available, too! (5:32) / Ensemble De Jazz