Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.ZB410F

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB410F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB410F).

UPC: 8402702638.

Want to get into a bayou mood? Developing groups will love this slow snaky reggae which is a musical description of a creature from the black lagoon. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Swamp Monster is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation. Full Score.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.JZB412F

Composed by Jim Cifelli. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #JZB412F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.JZB412F).

The straight ahead shuffle packs a wallop! A minor blues progression makes for swinging melody lines and very approachable solos. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Straight Up is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation. Full Score.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: KJ.ZB411F

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB411F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB411F).

UPC: 8402702639.

A great way to introduce the Dorian mode to young players. This modal chart features a moderate tempo and moderate ranges all around. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Dorian Journey is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation. Full Score.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.ZB410

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score and parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB410. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB410).

UPC: 8402702638.

Want to get into a bayou mood? Developing groups will love this slow snaky reggae which is a musical description of a creature from the black lagoon. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Swamp Monster is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: KJ.ZB411

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score and parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB411. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB411).

UPC: 8402702639.

A great way to introduce the Dorian mode to young players. This modal chart features a moderate tempo and moderate ranges all around. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Dorian Journey is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.JZB412

Composed by Jim Cifelli. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score and parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #JZB412. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.JZB412).

UPC: 8402702649.

The straight ahead shuffle packs a wallop! A minor blues progression makes for swinging melody lines and very approachable solos. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Straight Up is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Arranged by Victor Lopez. Jazz Ensemble; Score. Jazz Beginnings Series. Christmas; Jazz; Sacred; Winter. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.40336S).

By Bruce Pearson. Band. For jazz ensemble. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Grade 1.5. Score and parts. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 1.5

SKU: KJ.ZB340F

Composed by Bruce Pearson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB340F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB340F).

A driving rock chart that builds at the opening and gives way to a solid melodic writing across all selections. Bands will love to play this driving rock chart and audiences will love to hear it. Written by Bruce Pearson this is a tune your director's will not want to pass up, and is perfect for a concert opener.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1.5

SKU: FJ.JE4080

Composed by Stephen Foster. Arranged by Rob Vuono Jr. Jazz Ensemble. FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble. Latin. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:02. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-JE4080. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.JE4080).

UPC: 674398212330. English.

Rob Vuono continues to show why his beginning jazz arrangements are so popular. This clever arrangement with a bossa flavor is ideal for teaching basic concepts of this unique style. Very easy to play, and a good change of pace from the swing and rock charts programmed on your concert.

About FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble

A ppropriate for first-year jazz ensembles. Playable with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, and rhythm section. Pieces consist mostly of ensemble writing. Written solos are provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included. Grades 1 - 1.5

By John Edmondson. Band. For jazz band. Jazz band method. Queenwood Beginning Jazz Band. Elementary. Conductor's score and CD. Published by Queenwood Publications

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42498

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Ballad - Bossa Nova. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #42498. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42498).

UPC: 822795424989.

This beautiful ballad at the medium easy level is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace chart. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an easy bossa nova and then returns to a ballad feel with a big ensemble. A perfect choice for festival or concert. Duration 4:43.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4135-00

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2012-00). Score and set of parts. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 16 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4135-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4135-00).

Warning: Don’t try this tune anywhere unless you are ready to rock! This hard driving rock tune kicks in the afterburners in the first measure and doesn’t let up. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you will be performance ready with the absolute minimum of rehearsal time. Scored for limited instrumentation with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over super easy changes, Don’t Try This at Home will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles. Loaded with student and audience appeal, this tune is a great contest/concert selection. Go on, try it, we dare you!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4853-00

Arranged by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 2020. Duration 2 minutes, 49 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4853-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4853-00).

This is up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is a guaranteed winner! After a short and solemn introduction, featuring an alto sax solo, Down to the River kicks into high gear, with the composer’s signature driving rock feel. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Playable with limited instrumentation, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over easy changes, Down to the River is accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with lots of appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Don’t miss this one!

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4557-01

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 45 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4557-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4557-01).

This up-tempo chart is guaranteed to rock every time you play it! Turbo-Charged! kicks in with a catchy hook in the first measure and never lets up. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee your band will be performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Scored for limited instrumentation, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over super easy changes, Turbo-Charged! will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with student and audience appeal, this chart is an ideal contest/concert selection.

By Chris Sharp. Beginning-Intermediate Jazz Ensemble. FJH Developing Jazz Ensemble. Full set (score and parts). Score only also available: JE4111S. Jazz Band. Grade 2. Score and Set of Parts. Composed 2005

Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4610-01

Arranged by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Starters! Extra full score. Composed 2018. Duration 3 minutes, 12 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4610-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4610-01).

A beautiful arrangement of one of the most recognizable holiday tunes. The written solo is shown in all parts, allowing one or several players to be featured. Very easy to prepare, and playable for your youngest jazz band. With the included parts for all wind instruments, this arrangement could also be effectively used by your young concert band. Simple, yet elegant – the perfect holiday selection for your beginning jazz concert!

By Stephen Foster (1826-1864). Arranged by Rob Vuono, Jr.. For jazz band. FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble. Score only. Full set (score and parts) also available: JE4080. Grade 1.5. Score. Composed 2003. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc

Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4959-00

Composed by Newton. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4959-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4959-00).

This relaxed bossa chart will have your youngest jazz musicians playing together in no time! The easygoing feel and memorable melodies are sure to be a favorite of your students and audience. A perfect vehicle for beginning improvisation, the Bb concert scale works well over the simple yet utilizes interesting chord changes. Your band will sound great on this tune!

Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4959-01

Composed by Newton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4959-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4959-01).

This relaxed bossa chart will have your youngest jazz musicians playing together in no time! The easygoing feel and memorable melodies are sure to be a favorite of your students and audience. A perfect vehicle for beginning improvisation, the Bb concert scale works well over the simple yet utilizes interesting chord changes. Your band will sound great on this tune!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: AP.43668S

Composed by The Doors. Arranged by Mike Story. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; Rock. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:49. Alfred Music #00-43668S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43668S).

UPC: 038081502106. English.

The tempo of this recognizable rock tune by The Doors is 110 BPM with a written-out piano solo, accessible brass, and easy rhythms. You'll have a hit for any concert setting! (2:49).

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: AP.40354S

Arranged by Mike Collins-Dowden. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Young Jazz Ensemble. Christmas; Jazz; Secular; Swing; Traditional; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 3:09. Alfred Music #00-40354S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.40354S).

UPC: 038081458168. English. Traditional.

Lookin g for a tasty yet easy-to-assemble holiday chart? Check out this medium swing at 120 BPM with written solos for tenor sax and trumpet 2 with lead trumpet range up to written G on top of the staff. All sections get a piece of the fun on this chart, perfect for any holiday concert. Fit for a King!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46173S

Composed by James Nadel. Arranged by Les Sabina. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz. Score. 20 pages. Duration 3:55. Alfred Music #00-46173S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46173S).

UPC: 038081529097. English.

Here's a joyous and happy Latin chart for any concert setting. The calypso groove is easy to play, the brass ranges are very accessible, the tempo is around 142 BPM, written solos are provided for alto and trumpet, plus some brief melodic duets for altos and trumpets. It all works very well in this fine chart. Play it! (3:55).

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46173

Composed by James Nadel. Arranged by Les Sabina. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz. Score and Part(s). 90 pages. Duration 3:55. Alfred Music #00-46173. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46173).

UPC: 038081529080. English.

Here's a joyous and happy Latin chart for any concert setting. The calypso groove is easy to play, the brass ranges are very accessible, the tempo is around 142 BPM, written solos are provided for alto and trumpet, plus some brief melodic duets for altos and trumpets. It all works very well in this fine chart. Play it! (3:55).

Jazz ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4174-01

Composed by Gress. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2013-01). Extra full score. Composed 2013. Duration 4 minutes, 35 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4174-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4174-01).

An impressive medium tempo blues shuffle chart that will make your mid-level jazz ensemble sound like the big boys! Includes an open solo section where you can feature the soloists of your choosing over easy Bb blues changes. Lots of solid ensemble writing gives all of your students a chance to improve their jazz phrasing chops, while providing you with an audience-friendly tune that will impress at your concert or festival performances.

By Jim Cifelli. Band. For jazz band. Jazz Ensemble Signature Series. Jazz. Grade 3. Score and parts. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company . Score and Parts. Jazz.

Jazz Ensemble - 3.2

SKU: KN.42498S

Composed by Doug Beach. Threshold Series. Kendor Music Inc #42498S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42498S).

UPC: 822795424989.

This beautiful ballad at the medium easy level is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace chart. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an easy bossa nova and then returns to a ballad feel with a big ensemble. A perfect choice for festival or concert. Duration 4:43.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48213S

Composed by Irving Szathmary. Arranged by Mike Story. Jazz Ensemble. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; TV. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-48213S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48213S).

UPC: 038081555867. English.

This catchy TV theme is a sure-fire winner at this easy level. Get Smart Theme arranged by Mike Story is a very accessible swing chart played at 120 BPM, no solos, and the trumpet 1 range is written E-flat top space. Simple, fun-to-play, effective, and perfect for any concert setting and with optional parts to include flute and vibes. (2:35).

Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4817-01

Arranged by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4817-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4817-01).

Here’s a cool arrangement for the Jazz Starters! series by Paul Clark featuring one of the most recognized of all holiday tunes! Jingle Bell Swing is clever, fun, easy to prepare – plus, it swings! Straight ahead ensemble playing throughout - no solos - and not only is it playable with a limited instrumentation jazz ensemble, extra parts are included for non-traditional jazz instruments, too. Include your young jazzers in the holiday concert, and add to their experience by playing swing style with this great new arrangement of a holiday standard. Top notch!

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48213

Composed by Irving Szathmary. Arranged by Mike Story. Jazz Ensemble; MakeMusic Cloud. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; TV. Score and Part(s). 46 pages. Alfred Music #00-48213. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48213).

UPC: 038081555850. English.

This catchy TV theme is a sure-fire winner at this easy level. Get Smart Theme arranged by Mike Story is a very accessible swing chart played at 120 BPM, no solos, and the trumpet 1 range is written E-flat top space. Simple, fun-to-play, effective, and perfect for any concert setting and with optional parts to include flute and vibes. (2:35).