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Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62270

Jazz Summit. Fast Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 6 minutes. Kendor Music Inc #62270. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62270).

UPC: 822795622706.

Commi ssioned by the Northern Michigan University Jazz Ensemble, this jubilant tone poem portrays the Great Northern Railway that ran for a century from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Ocean. Beginning quietly in the distance, the chart builds steadily through a series of colorful variations and roars by at full throttle five minutes later. The fast swing train groove drops a beat every four measures (4-4-4-3) from start to finish. This is truly a marvel of modern jazz ensemble writing for proficient groups by one of the nation's most innovative composers. Duration 6:00.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; 4th Trumpet doubles on flugelhorn - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62610

Composed by Steve Brown. Jazz Summit. Medium Slow Bossa Nova. Score and set of parts. Duration 5 minutes, 35 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62610. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62610).

UPC: 822795626100.

Paul Merrill, director of the Cornell University Jazz Ensemble (Ithaca, NY), commissioned this engaging bossa nova original for proficient groups. Don't let the title fool you, though, because there's an abundance of subtle, yet challenging material here requiring a mature approach from the ensemble. The melody is based on a simple four-note motif played by Miles Davis on his album Tutu. Brown later adapted this score for small-group and recorded it on his CD Night Waves (Brown Cats Productions/BC9501). Guitar, tenor sax, and flugelhorn are featured in melodic and solo roles. Duration 5:35.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. vibes - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62350

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Jazz Summit. Salsa. Score and set of parts. Duration 5 minutes, 5 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62350. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62350).

UPC: 822795623505.

Commi ssioned by the Long Doug Beach (CA) Polytechnic High School Jazz Ensemble, this spicy salsa original for proficient groups will be the highlight of your concert or festival performances. Named after a district not far from Puerto Rico's capital city, San Juan, it features driving Latin rhythms, vivid dynamic contrasts, catchy melodies, and dense harmonies. A short written bass solo sets up the open solo section where changes are provided for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. Duration 5:05. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (standard jazz ensemble) - Grade 5

SKU: KN.52580

Composed by Charlie Parker. Arranged by John LaBarbera. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Fast Bebop. Score and set of parts. Duration 3 minutes, 45 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #52580. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52580).

Originally written in 1946 by Charlie Parker soon after his longtime friend and musical companion Dizzy Gillespie left him in Los Angeles to return to New York City, this uptempo setting for big band in the original key of Bb features the I Got Rhythm changes on which Parker's tune is based. A wide-open solo for lead alto, shorter solo segments for 3 trombones, and an 8-bar unaccompanied solo for the drummer allows ample stretching room for proficient players. Duration 3:45.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62270S

Composed by Fred Sturm. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #62270S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62270S).

UPC: 822795622706.

Commi ssioned by the Northern Michigan University Jazz Ensemble, this jubilant tone poem portrays the Great Northern Railway that ran for a century from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Ocean. Beginning quietly in the distance, the chart builds steadily through a series of colorful variations and roars by at full throttle five minutes later. The fast swing train groove drops a beat every four measures (4-4-4-3) from start to finish. This is truly a marvel of modern jazz ensemble writing for proficient groups by one of the nation's most innovative composers. Duration 6:00.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. vibes - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62350S

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #62350S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62350S).

UPC: 822795623505.

Commi ssioned by the Long Doug Beach (CA) Polytechnic High School Jazz Ensemble, this spicy salsa original for proficient groups will be the highlight of your concert or festival performances. Named after a district not far from Puerto Rico's capital city, San Juan, it features driving Latin rhythms, vivid dynamic contrasts, catchy melodies, and dense harmonies. A short written bass solo sets up the open solo section where changes are provided for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. Duration 5:05. Available in SmartMusic.

Magic Flea by Sammy Nestico. For jazz ensemble plus F horns (2) and tuba. Standard jazz ensemble plus F horns (2) and tuba. Jazz Summit Series. Fast Swing. Advanced. Score and Set of Parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62345

Composed by Tom Kubis. Jazz Summit. Bright Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 45 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62345. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62345).

UPC: 822795623451.

In this tip-of-the-hat tribute to one of the most pivotal eras of jazz, classic bebop vocabulary is set in a bright swing feel for proficient groups. It includes an open solo section and a drum solo. Duration 2:45. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; plus 5th Trumpet - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62990

Composed by Dave Hanson. Jazz Summit. Medium Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 6 minutes, 15 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62990. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62990).

UPC: 822795629903.

This original for proficient groups is the title track from a recent recording by the H2 Big Band (Jazzed Media 1053). Based on the chord changes in the jazz standard You're My Everything, it features two trumpet soloists on the melody and in solo sections and solo trades. Duration 6:15.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62215

Composed by Pete McGuinness. Jazz Summit. Samba. Score and set of parts. Duration 7 minutes, 30 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62215. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62215).

UPC: 822795622157.

The title track of the Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra's CD (Summit Records DCD 481), this bright samba for proficient groups has an uplifting feel. Filled with dynamic shading and catchy grooves, this flight will take audiences on a rewarding journey. Plenty of melodic and supporting work is provided for each section of the band. Solos are offered for trumpet, tenor saxophone, piano, and drums. Colorful chord structures and accessible modal changes are perfect for adventurous soloists. Duration 7:30.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; altos double on flute - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62060

Composed by Dave Hanson. Jazz Summit. Shuffle. Score and set of parts. Duration 6 minutes, 55 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62060. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62060).

UPC: 822795620603.

Recen tly recorded by the H2 Big Band on You're It! (Jazzed Media 1053), this driving shuffle for proficient groups is imaginative, skillfully orchestrated, and harmonically unique. Solo space is provided for baritone sax, trumpet and trombone. Duration 6:55.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with 5th Trumpet and 5th Bass Trombone or Tuba 4th Trombone opt. and opt. guitar, SATTB saxophones - Grade 5

SKU: KN.52095

Composed by Thad Jones. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Contemporary Blues. Score and set of parts. Kendor Music Inc #52095. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52095).

This medium-tempo blues for proficient groups gives solos to soprano sax and piano, followed by a solo chorus that can be opened up for tenor, trumpet and/or trombone according to your band's strengths.

By Toshiko Akiyoshi (1929-). For jazz ensemble. Standard jazz ensemble. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Fast Swing. Advanced. Score and Set of Parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.52220

Composed by Matthew Harris. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Funk. Score and set of parts. Duration 5 minutes. Kendor Music Inc #52220. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52220).

Written in ABA form featuring funk shuffle and double-time swing styles, tenor sax gets the primary solo assignment here, though the solo section may be opened up for additional players if desired. With brass parts extending to G6 for trumpet and Ab4 for trombone, proficient players are required. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 5:00.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; SATTB saxes; trumpets double on flugelhorn - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62625

Composed by Gene Thorne. Jazz Summit. ECM - Brazilian. Score and set of parts. Duration 7 minutes, 50 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62625. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62625).

UPC: 822795626254.

You'l l definitely want to add this terrific Brazilian chart to your next festival or concert program. Alternating between the bossa style and a Brazilian funk feel known as partido alto, this engaging groove is adequately notated in the rhythm section parts to ensure an authentic rendering. A beautiful winding melody for horns is featured in this wonderful example of Kendor's continuing quest to offer sophisticated, yet accessible music for proficient groups. Duration 7:50.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62605

Composed by Tom Kubis. Jazz Summit. Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 50 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62605. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62605).

UPC: 822795626056.

Swing in' hard from start to finish, this burner of a chart for proficient groups is a terrific program opener or closer. Featuring effective figures, brilliant orchestration, and a dramatic shout chorus, solo space here is reserved for tenor and trumpet. Duration 2:50. Available in SmartMusic.

By Pete McGuinness. For jazz ensemble. Standard jazz ensemble. Medium Fast Swing. Advanced. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62680

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Jazz Summit. Salsa. Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #62680. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62680).

UPC: 822795626803.

This original for proficient groups is a sure bet for getting your audiences and judges engaged. Effective salsa rhythms are utilized throughout and the brass ranges are moderate. Duration 5:00. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; 4th Trumpet doubles on flugelhorn - Grade 3

SKU: KN.61495

Composed by Gene Thorne. Jazz Journey. Funk. Score and set of parts. Duration 6 minutes, 45 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #61495. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61495).

UPC: 822795614954.

Writt en in memory of Michael Jackson, The King Of Pop, this driving funk original built on a minor motive embodies many of the elements of great big band writing while capturing the spirit and style of Jackson's music. Featuring sophisticated harmonies, a memorable melody, and a catchy groove laid down by bass, baritone sax and bass trombone, soloists include trumpet and tenor sax. This is one of those special charts that's playable by advancing groups, yet has enough substance for more proficient groups, too. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 6:45.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62580

Jazz Summit. Latin. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 45 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62580. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62580).

UPC: 822795625806.

Commi ssioned by Keith Winking at Texas State University, this unique piece for proficient groups is an engaging samba-funk original that was inspired by the composer's visit to a town in Brazil of the same name. It has an appealing modern flair, something we've all come to expect from Bob Mintzer's playing and writing. Duration 4:45.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62753

Composed by Pete McGuinness. Jazz Summit. Medium Slow Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 7 minutes, 35 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62753. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62753).

UPC: 822795627534.

Well- orchestrated, hard-swinging figures abound in this chart for proficient groups that's highly reminiscent of Coltrane's classic Equinox. Frequent use of triplet arpeggios and effective dynamic shadings add to its appeal. Solo space is included for alto and bari sax, along with an open solo section. Recording courtesy of Summit Records. Duration 7:35.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62092S

Composed by John Fedchock. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #62092S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62092S).

UPC: 822795620924.

This swing chart for proficient groups showcases a valuable, yet often overlooked member of the big band, the bass trombone. The melody is scored below the bass clef staff and into the pedal register, and is offset by dramatic ensemble punctuations before launching the soloist into a section of written or ad lib solos. The shout chorus incorporates dynamic exchanges between the ensemble and soloist, all leading to the low-note finale. Duration 4:00.

By John Fedchock. For standard jazz ensemble. Jazz Summit. Swing. Advanced. Score and parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with 5th Trumpet and 5th Bass Trombone or Tuba 4th Trombone opt. and opt. guitar, SATTB saxophones - Grade 5

SKU: KN.52095S

Composed by Thad Jones. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52095S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52095S).

This medium-tempo blues for proficient groups gives solos to soprano sax and piano, followed by a solo chorus that can be opened up for tenor, trumpet and/or trombone according to your band's strengths.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with A(S)ATTB saxes - Grade 5

SKU: KN.52235S

Composed by Thad Jones. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52235S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52235S).

As recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Live At The Village Vanguard album, this spirited shuffle puts proficient bands through the paces. Articulations and rhythms must be played accurately for best results, and solos for piano, trumpets 2-4, and tenor sax are included. Duration 7:20.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62525S

Composed by Pete McGuinness. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #62525S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62525S).

UPC: 822795625257.

Commi ssioned by the University of Miami Concert Jazz Band, this swinging riff-oriented blues employs sophisticated reharmonizations and modern horn voicings. Given the popularity of Pete McGuinness' recordings (Summit), this chart for proficient groups will make a great addition to your library. Solos are offered for piano, alto sax, and trombone over straight-ahead blues changes in the key of concert F. Duration ca. 5:00.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62215S

Composed by Pete McGuinness. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #62215S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62215S).

UPC: 822795622157.

The title track of the Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra's CD (Summit Records DCD 481), this bright samba for proficient groups has an uplifting feel. Filled with dynamic shading and catchy grooves, this flight will take audiences on a rewarding journey. Plenty of melodic and supporting work is provided for each section of the band. Solos are offered for trumpet, tenor saxophone, piano, and drums. Colorful chord structures and accessible modal changes are perfect for adventurous soloists. Duration 7:30.