Blues and Swing Jazz Ensemble Charts

This jazz standard was composed by legendary vibraphonist Milt Jackson and recorded notably by Jackson with Oscar Peterson on the album by the same name. Opening with the theme played by a small group

This minor blues was written by Nat Adderley for Chicago DJ, Holmes "Daddy-O" Daylie and was first heard on Cannonball Adderley's seminal album, "Somethin' Else." This well-crafted arrangement swings just

Made famous by Woody Herman's Thundering Herd, here is a marvelous adaptation for developing players by Paul Murtha! Following the opening chorus for piano, the trumpets state the main theme with answers

From the First Place for Jazz Series comes this minor blues chart that features swinging lines and intricate counterpoint for young jazz ensembles. The features include a short "rhythm out" section that

Using only the three chords of the classic blues progression, this down-and-dirty blues chart will end your jazz concert with a bang! Featuring a catchy riff and wailing sax soli, Backseat Driver

Horace Silver created a blues with a perfectly consistent character and structured the accompaniments and his piano solo in perfect balance. Orchestrating the piano parts from the original recording is a

Here is the very playable 5/4 chart you've been looking for. With its easy laid-back tempo, bluesy feel, great melody and hard-hitting backgrounds, it will keep everyone engaged! There are written or

If you're looking for a modern, very swinging blues chart your ensemble can handle, Chris Scarnato has nailed one for you. This chart is modern Basie-style big-band jazz in the friendly key of B-flat

This Phillip Braham jazz standard is scored to swing hard at around 185 bpm! A very clever chart, it delivers from beginning to end with interludes, great development, and a variety of nuances that sustain

This straight-ahead minor blues chart provides younger players with a multitude of learning opportunities. The lyrical melody features essential rhythmic figures and an abundance of ensemble writing ensures

Big Dipper was 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. Big

This burning Mike Tomaro original will make a great program choice for more experienced groups. An abundance of wonderful ensemble writing combines with a strong melodic line to create a solid foundation

Choose the Blues is a medium-tempo 12-bar blues with written solos for all players. The solo backgrounds highlight all sections, plus there's a rewarding shout section that adds an exciting flavor.

Here's a dramatic and modern Thad Jones-style take on an extended blues form making for an exciting chart for everyone! Beginning with an opening glissando and punch, this chart announces itself in

Proficient big bands will love this uptempo minor blues swinger! The melody is featured in an alto/trumpet/optional guitar small-group setting before the rest of the band enters with tasty licks

Paying homage to the most exciting of the big bands, Woody Herman's Thundering Herd, this chart is a fun blues with lots of solo opportunities. There's ample space for soloists to stretch out and enjoy

There's nothing wooden about this thingy! It's a moderate swinger that opens with the rhythm section and the pianist playing a Basie-style introduction. Additionally, it features a lyrical melody,

Flexibly scored for many combinations of horns and rhythm section, and playable with as few as one horn and rhythm section, Git-Down Time is a catchy New Orleans street beat chart that's very

This 24-bar blues chart is a party from beginning to end! Its New Orleans street beat creates a festive atmosphere, and the catchy hook will stick with your audiences. This super chart features a front

Riff-based blues tunes are always valuable when teaching young players to improvise, and here is one of the best! Arranged here for inexperienced players, this Sonny Rollins classic features a swing style

Blooz is an easy, shuffle B-flat blues with optional parts for flute, clarinet, horn and tuba. With a stop-time solo section and an ensemble shout chorus, this tune will be a band favorite.

Big Red is an original, blues based, uptempo swing tune featuring the saxophone section. Makes a good opener or closer, with an open solo section for the saxes. 1st trumpet to written A. 1st

Shorty Rogers was one of the primary creators of West Coast jazz, both as a composer and performer. Popo is a great example of a cool blues set in a medium tempo with solo space for any

Based on the blues in F and featuring a catchy riff traded around the ensemble, here is the perfect swing chart for beginning jazzers! Rick Stitzel carefully uses tutti rhythms for ease in learning, and the