Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4956-00

Arranged by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4956-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4956-00).

This up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is fire! From start to finish, Wayfaring Stranger is high octane all the way, featuring Larry Barton’s signature driving rock feel. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this chart features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Playable with limited instrumentation or full big band, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over easy changes, Wayfaring Stranger will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with performer and audience appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Don’t miss this one!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4748-00

Composed by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4748-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4748-00).

Apocalypse is a hard-hitting, up-tempo rock tune with the feel of a cataclysmic event, and when combined with the composer’s signature driving rock feel, makes for a winning combination! Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you 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 easy changes, Apocalypse 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 tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Guaranteed to rock every time you play it!

Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4956-01

Arranged by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4956-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4956-01).

This up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is fire! From start to finish, Wayfaring Stranger is high octane all the way, featuring Larry Barton’s signature driving rock feel. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this chart features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get performance ready with a minimum of rehearsal time. Playable with limited instrumentation or full big band, with careful attention to instrument ranges, and written out solos over easy changes, Wayfaring Stranger will be accessible to the smallest and youngest ensembles, as well as a lot of fun for more advanced groups. Loaded with performer and audience appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Don’t miss this one!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4853-01

Arranged by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4853-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4853-01).

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!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4632-01

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 15 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4632-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4632-01).

This up-tempo rock tune is guaranteed to rock the first time and every time you play it! Black Ops successfully captures the feel of a covert mission, and when combined with the composer’s signature driving rock feel, makes for a winning combination. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you 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 easy changes, Black Ops is accessible to younger ensembles, as well as great fun for more experienced groups. Loaded with student and audience appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Can’t miss with this one!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4632-00

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 15 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4632-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4632-00).

This up-tempo rock tune is guaranteed to rock the first time and every time you play it! Black Ops successfully captures the feel of a covert mission, and when combined with the composer’s signature driving rock feel, makes for a winning combination. Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you 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 easy changes, Black Ops is accessible to younger ensembles, as well as great fun for more experienced groups. Loaded with student and audience appeal, this tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Can’t miss with this one!

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Score and parts. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 45 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4557-00).

Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4748-01

Composed by Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4748-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4748-01).

Apocalypse is a hard-hitting, up-tempo rock tune with the feel of a cataclysmic event, and when combined with the composer’s signature driving rock feel, makes for a winning combination! Written solidly at the medium easy level, this tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that guarantee you 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 easy changes, Apocalypse 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 tune is an ideal contest/concert selection. Guaranteed to rock every time you play it!

By Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Arranged by Victor LÌ_pez. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble; Masterworks; Part(s); Score. Jazz Beginnings Series. Classical; Jazz; Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 1. 86 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Edited by Dean Sorenson. For Jazz Ensemble. Standard of Excellenece. 10 easy jazz ensemble charts that can also be played in a concert band setting. The perfect introduction to jazz performance!. Level: Grade 0.5. Conductor's score. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company.

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: KJ.ZB417F

Composed by Bruce Pearson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB417F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB417F).

A chart as cool as the shade of a coconut tree on a tropical beach. Flowing melodies set against a relaxed rhythm section groove make this perfect for concerts or festivals.

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 - Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-4188-00

Composed by L. Barton. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2013-01). Score and set of parts. Composed 2013. Duration 2 minutes, 29 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4188-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4188-00).

A powerful and entertaining rock tune by Larry Barton for medium level jazz ensembles that is sure to be a hit at your next concert or festival performance! Includes an open solo section for the solos of your choosing over easy F minor chord changes, and optional suggested solos are included. All the sections get a chance to shine as this chart rocks from start to finish!

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet & F horn - Grade 1

SKU: KN.41845

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Jazz Foundations Series. (playable by 4 horns plus rhythm section). Funk. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #41845. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.41845).

UPC: 822795418453.

This great funk original at the very easy level will kick your next funktion (or concert) into high gear. Plenty of fun playing for both the rhythm section and the wind sections. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band. Written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 5:16. Available in SmartMusic.

By Kris Berg. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Ensemble. Premier Jazz Series. Swing. Grade 4. Conductor Score and Parts. 86 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet & F horn - Grade 1

SKU: KN.41980

Composed by Doug Beach and George Shutack. Jazz Foundations Series. (playable by 4 horns plus rhythm section). Swing. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #41980. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.41980).

UPC: 822795419801.

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for groups at the very easy level to learn. The approachable blues changes in F concert make this a great chart to encourage young players to improvise. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band. Written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:56. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4579-01

Composed by Neeck. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Starters! Extra full score. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 47 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4579-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4579-01).

Tame your young beasts with this fun beginning rock chart. This chart has all the right stuff - a steady beat, easy rhythms and ranges, and it is fun to play too! In the optional two-bar solo section, encourage your young improvisers with solos based on only one chord (suggested solos provided.) Great for concert or contest, and a great way to introduce improvisation and build confidence. Your students and audience will love Animal Control!.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 1

SKU: CL.032-4579-00

Composed by Neeck. Jazz Ensemble. Jazz Starters! Score and set of parts. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 47 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4579-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4579-00).

Tame your young beasts with this fun beginning rock chart. This chart has all the right stuff - a steady beat, easy rhythms and ranges, and it is fun to play too! In the optional two-bar solo section, encourage your young improvisers with solos based on only one chord (suggested solos provided.) Great for concert or contest, and a great way to introduce improvisation and build confidence. Your students and audience will love Animal Control!.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet & F horn - Grade 1

SKU: KN.41980S

Composed by George Shutack Doug Beach. Jazz Foundations Series. Kendor Music Inc #41980S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.41980S).

UPC: 822795419801.

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for groups at the very easy level to learn. The approachable blues changes in F concert make this a great chart to encourage young players to improvise. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band. Written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 3:56. Available in SmartMusic.

Composed by The Doors. Arranged by Mike Story. Jazz Ensemble; Part(s); Score. First Year Charts for Jazz Ensemble. Jazz; Rock. 64 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43668).

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble with opt. flute, clarinet & F horn - Grade 1

SKU: KN.41845S

Composed by George Shutack Doug Beach. Jazz Foundations Series. Kendor Music Inc #41845S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.41845S).

UPC: 822795418453.

This great funk original at the very easy level will kick your next funktion (or concert) into high gear. Plenty of fun playing for both the rhythm section and the wind sections. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandable to full big band. Written or ad lib solos for all are included, along with optional parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Duration 5:16. Available in SmartMusic.

Jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: CL.032-4359-00

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2015-01). Score and set of parts. Composed 2015. Duration 3 minutes, 26 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-4359-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-4359-00).

A wonderful, easy-to-play chart that practically swings by itself. Bands at any level will sound great playing this one. In addition to the well-crafted ensemble and soli section writing, the chord changes used in the open solo section allow any of your players to improvise by using notes just from the F concert scale.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn & vibestrumpets double on flugelhorn - 3.2

SKU: KN.42043S

Composed by George Shutack Doug Beach. First Edition Series. Kendor Music Inc #42043S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.42043S).

UPC: 822795420432.

This Latin chart at the medium easy level is sure to light up your next holiday concert. Featuring Joy To The World, Good King Wenceslas and We Wish You A Merry Christmas, it's supported by solid ensemble writing, spots for improvisation and a burning Latin groove. Scored for 12-17 players with optional flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes parts are included. Duration 2:47.

By Stan Kenton. Arranged by Bob Curnow. Jazz Ensemble / Jazz Band. The Stan Kenton Orchestra Library Series. Classics. Grade 4. Score and set of parts

Arranged by Paul Clark. Jazz ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.991-2010-01). Grade 2.5. Score and parts. Composed 2010. Duration 2 minutes, 41 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

Edited by Dean Sorenson. For 1st & 2nd Trombone / Baritone B.C. / Bassoon. Standard of Excellence. 10 easy jazz ensemble charts that can also be played in a concert band setting. The perfect introduction to jazz performance!. Instructional method. Grade 0.5. Method book

Grade 3.5

SKU: CL.031-2206-01

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Extra full score. Composed 1989. C.L. Barnhouse #031-2206-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.031-2206-01).

A real, live Ballad that is accessible by the younger jazz ensembles. This beautiful feature for alto or trumpet at the play easy level. Minimal inprovisation is optional, and suggested lines are included. An outstanding choice for contest or concert.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.031-2206-00

Composed by P. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 1989. C.L. Barnhouse #031-2206-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.031-2206-00).

A real, live Ballad that is accessible by the younger jazz ensembles. This beautiful feature for alto or trumpet at the play easy level. Minimal inprovisation is optional, and suggested lines are included. An outstanding choice for contest or concert.

Composed by Larry Neeck. For jazz ensemble. Grade 2.5. Score and parts. Duration 2 minutes, 52 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

Jazz Ensemble - Easy

SKU: KN.41925

Composed by George Shutack. Jazz Foundations Series (Ve). Score and Parts. Kendor Music Inc #41925. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.41925).

12 x 9 inches.

George Shutack pulls out all the stops in this fun spy rock chart. Very playable, this is sure to be a hit with your band and would be a great addition to any home concert or light performance.