Blues and Swing Jazz Ensemble Charts

Step into the Golden Age with this tune that pays homage to the artistic talents of Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman. This chart starts with a beautiful melody as an alto sax solo develops into a theme that

Kick things off with this fast-paced swing chart that will get everyone dancing. Opening with a chorale-style introduction, this tune then shakes it up by diving into the swing section. Featuring solos for

Marie is a mid-tempo swing chart in Basie style built on an open fifth motive set to the name "ma-REE." Tenors and 'bones get to shine while introducing the melody, which goes on to be fleshed out with

Shine a spotlight on your trombones with this catchy medium swing feature. Full of unison melody in the trombones as well as individual lines, this chart is great to feature a section that knows how to have

Here is an approachable and fun chart that works perfectly as an introduction to the Dixieland swing style. With fun trombone glissandos and quirky melodies, your students will have a great time with this

Written with a great medium swing, this tune opens with a bright piano solo and then adds in a combo group to introduce the melody. Featuring optional written solos for tenor sax, trumpet, and piano, this

Be sure to check out this laid-back take on the standard Ray Henderson blues tune. At a casual medium swing, this chart is great for introducing a jazz standard without pushing the pace too much. With

This blues chart in E-flat is great for giving your young jazz ensemble just a bit of a push into the key. With its ad lib solo section, you can let students get a feel for their improv skills at an earlier

Here is a great blues chart at a laid-back medium tempo that is perfect for a developing ensemble. Keeping an eye on ranges and phrases, this tune fits well for developing groups and gives the trombones

This chart pays tribute to legendary jazz educator Paul Alberta. It's a medium-tempo blues chart that opens with just a piano solo and builds up from there. Featuring a saxophone soli and solo section with

This is a simple blues chart to help your students focus on blues patterns and harmonies. It has solos for sax, trumpet, and trombone and a powerful shout chorus for the band. With a catchy swing melody

The great ensemble writing of the laid back swinger just feels good all the time. The nice swingin' groove happens immediately making the tune a perfect concert opener. Solos in Tenor and Trumpet are

A hip straight ahead swinger with fabulous ensemble writing that gives every section interesting material. This is a big band chart with a big sound but without big technical demands. Written solos in