Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) - Grade 2

SKU: KN.42265

Composed by Mike Tomaro. Doug Beach First Edition Series. Straight 8th Ballad. Score and set of parts. Duration ca. 4 minutes, 30 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #42265. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42265).

UPC: 822795422658.

Inspi red by a recent trip through Wyoming and Montana, this even-eighth-note ballad from the pen of Mike Tomaro beautifully conveys feelings of wide-open prairies and majestic mountains. Sensible ranges, creative scoring, and written solo sheets for alto sax and trumpet make it accessible to less experienced groups. Rhythm section parts are notated with chords cued. Duration ca. 4:30.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 4

SKU: AP.43698S

Composed by Billy Strayhorn. Arranged by Mike Kamuf. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Premier Jazz Series. Jazz. Score. 28 pages. Duration 5:12. Alfred Music #00-43698S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43698S).

UPC: 038081501826. English.

A swing chart at 180 BPM and a wonderful melody by the brilliant composer Billy Strayhorn, Mike Kamuf's arrangement of UMMG is superb with written solos provided for trumpet, tenor, and trombone. The trumpet 1 range is up to written high D-flat. Section solis, big ensemble sections, and a fine shout chorus all contribute to this fine chart. (5:12).

Composed by Billy Strayhorn (1915-1967). Arranged by Mike Kamuf. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble; Part(s); Score. Premier Jazz Series. Jazz. Grade 4. 78 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (standard jazz ensemble) - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42949

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Half-time Funk Shuffle. Kendor Music Inc #42949. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42949).

UPC: 822795429497.

Every program needs a change of pace piece, and this half-time funk shuffle is the perfect choice. The infectious groove creates a modern sound, while the melodic lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo section can be played as written or improvised. A wide variety of music can serve as a guide for this medium level chart, ranging from Robert Glasper all the way back to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Duration 4:10.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.64006

Composed by Thad Jones. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Signature Edition. Straight-Ahead Blues. Duration 4:40. Kendor Music Inc #64006. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.64006).

UPC: 822795640069.

This advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continues to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. This extended 16-bar blues still maintain that swinging Basie mindset in a straight-ahead blues style. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 4:40.

Composed by Rodgers and Hart. Arranged by Bob Curnow. The Bob Curnow Big Band Series. Swing. Score and set of parts. Published by Sierra Music (S1.SMP-754).

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.52390

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Funk. Score and set of parts. Duration ca. 5 minutes. Kendor Music Inc #52390. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52390).

ISBN 9786540121085.

A trendy funk groove, solos for alto sax and trumpet, and solid ensemble writing make this a winner in anyone's book! As the title implies, playing with controlled intensity and momentum throughout are essential for a convincing performance. Duration ca. 5:00.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 3 saxes, 3 brass plus rhythm section) with opt. tuba & vibes - Grade 2

SKU: KN.00900

Composed by arr. Dedrick. Arranged by Art Dedrick. Art Dedrick Legacy Editions. Swing. Kendor Music Inc #00900. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.00900).

UPC: 822795009002.

The swingin' unison vocal featuring all wind players is the definite highlight in this vintage arrangement of 1955! Both before and after that rousing chorus, sax and brass solis and strong ensemble shouts give this old favorite plenty of momentum and sparkle. All rhythm section parts are fully notated, brass ranges are very accessible, and no improvisation is required. Duration 2:15.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 3 saxes, 3 brass plus rhythm section) with opt. tuba & vibes - Grade 2

SKU: KN.00900S

Arranged by Art Dedrick. Art Dedrick Legacy Editions. Kendor Music Inc #00900S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.00900S).

UPC: 822795009002.

The swingin' unison vocal featuring all wind players is the definite highlight in this vintage arrangement of 1955! Both before and after that rousing chorus, sax and brass solis and strong ensemble shouts give this old favorite plenty of momentum and sparkle. All rhythm section parts are fully notated, brass ranges are very accessible, and no improvisation is required. Duration 2:15.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.64006S

Composed by Thad Jones. Vanguard Jazz Orchestra Signature Edition. Kendor Music Inc #64006S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.64006S).

UPC: 822795640069.

This advanced level edition is taken directly from the original ink parts that were on the stands at the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra (now the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra) debut performance in February 1966 and continues to be played by the group Monday nights at the Village Vanguard in New York City. Originally commissioned by Count Basie for an entire album of Thad Jones' music, however Basie never made the record, instead suggesting that Thad start his own band. This extended 16-bar blues still maintain that swinging Basie mindset in a straight-ahead blues style. Its basic foundations are a relaxed but powerful rhythm section with a driving ride cymbal beat and crisp hi-hat, underpinning saxes and brass that are tight, and always on the back of the beat. Duration 4:40.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.SN70166S

Composed by Sammy Nestico. Sammy Nestico Premium Jazz Series. Kendor Music Inc #SN70166S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.SN70166S).

UPC: 822795701661.

With an auxiliary percussion part and flugelhorn doubles in three of four trumpet parts, this bright jazz samba features plenty of full-band writing in a convincing Latin style and solo space for tenor, trumpet and guitar. Recorded by the Sammy Sammy Nestico Orchestra on the CD Night Flight, maintaining forward momentum throughout is key.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42949S

Composed by Bret Zvacek. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42949S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42949S).

UPC: 822795429497.

Every program needs a change of pace piece, and this half-time funk shuffle is the perfect choice. The infectious groove creates a modern sound, while the melodic lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo section can be played as written or improvised. A wide variety of music can serve as a guide for this medium level chart, ranging from Robert Glasper all the way back to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Duration 4:10.

Jazz Ensemble plus opt. 5th Trumpet, opt. 5th Bass Trombone or Tuba, Congas - Grade 5

SKU: KN.52185

Composed by Bill Holman. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Fast Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 8 minutes. Kendor Music Inc #52185. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52185).

This fast swing original is a challenging workout for the whole band from beginning to end. Tenor sax and/or trombone are featured in the main solo section midway through, followed by a series of short drumset and conga solos that punctuate the remaining portion of the chart to sustain momentum. The ending is strong and dramatic. Duration 8:00.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 5

SKU: KN.02810S

Composed by Horace Silver. Arranged by Greg Hopkins. Jazz Summit. Kendor Music Inc #02810S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.02810S).

UPC: 822795028102.

Recor ded by Buddy Rich on his Roar Of '74 album, the success of this bright Latin/swing classic by Horace Silver depends heavily on the ability of the rhythm section to play the ostinato with confidence, precision and momentum. While the main solo work here goes to tenor and trumpet, the drummer punctuates the shout chorus with a series of short solos, then gets a wide-open chance to solo just before the final band chord. Rhythm section parts are partially notated with chords cued. Duration 3:30.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.42574S

Composed by Mike Tomaro. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42574S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42574S).

UPC: 822795425741.

Great as a program opener or closer, this hard-driving swinger is punctuated by several spicy half-time funk passages that boost momentum and excitement from start to finish. Strong ensemble writing throughout is contrasted with two open solo sections -- one for brass, one for saxes and/or guitar -- with cued backgrounds. For players with little improvisation experience or confidence, written solos are included for alto, tenor, bari, trumpet and trombone. Duration 5:30. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.52390S

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52390S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52390S).

A trendy funk groove, solos for alto sax and trumpet, and solid ensemble writing make this a winner in anyone's book! As the title implies, playing with controlled intensity and momentum throughout are essential for a convincing performance. Duration ca. 5:00.

Performed by Manhattan Transfer. By Bobby Troup. Arranged by Michael Sweeney. Easy Jazz Ensemble Series. Size 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.SCM-1094-00

Composed by Carubia. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1094-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1094-00).

This retro swing style piece will be enjoyed by students, parents and grandparents and will be great in a concert format or a senior citizen dance popular at many schools. It really swings and it’s fun to play. Written solos. Written ranges: Trp. 1 (Bb) , Trb. (F) , Alto (B).

Composed by Mike Carubia. For jazz ensemble. Grade 3. Score and set of parts. Published by SmartChart Music

Jazz Ensemble plus 5th Trumpet - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52900

Composed by Lars Halle. Kendor Archive Editions. Swing. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 30 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #52900. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52900).

ISBN 9786540394038.

Mome ntum must be maintained at the designated tempo (quarter note = 240) to achieve the excitement that's intended in this dynamic original. Highlights include solos for trumpet and tenor, and rousing section solis for saxes and brass. Duration 2:30.

Composed by Sammy Nestico. Sammy Nestico Young Jazz Series. Basie Style. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.SN70076).

Grade 3

SKU: CL.SCM-1094-01

Composed by Carubia. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #SCM-1094-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.SCM-1094-01).

This retro swing style piece will be enjoyed by students, parents and grandparents and will be great in a concert format or a senior citizen dance popular at many schools. It really swings and it’s fun to play. Written solos. Written ranges: Trp. 1 (Bb) , Trb. (F) , Alto (B).

By Bob Mintzer. Jazz Summit. Salsa. Level: advanced. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

By Wilson. Kendor Archive Editions. Shuffle. Level: Medium-Advanced. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

Recorded by Tito Puente. Edited by Jon Harpin. Arranged by Tito Puente. Latin/Mambo. Published by Lush Life (JL.LL-1301).