This standard by Horace Silver features a distinctive bass line groove and a laid-back Latin style. Expertly adapted for this easy level, here is a great way to introduce the music of this jazz master to
A groovy straight-eighth feel on this jazz standard with amazing parts for all and an intro that is nothing but fire. The tempo is around 154 bpm, and the lead trumpet range is to written B-flat above the
Here's a classic Cole Porter tune at a very accessible level for young performers. Written with a focus on achievable ranges and learning the bossa nova style, this chart is great for musicians starting out
Yes! This is a hot swinger played in double time around 110 bpm that alternates with a samba groove. A terrific jazz standard that is full of energy, it features solo work for tenor sax (sample solo
You will find this Stan Kenton Orchestra piece a lot easier and fun to play thanks to this new edition of the chart. The instrumentation has been changed to standard big band, and the demands for extreme
Recorded on The New Sound of Maynard Ferguson and his Orchestra in 1963, this edited version incorporates Maynard's super-high lines into the chart so that there are no superhuman concerns in that respect.
Recorded on The New Sounds of Maynard Ferguson and his Orchestra in 1963, this is the original version of the chart (instrumentation: four saxophones, four trumpets, two trombones, piano, bass, and drums)
You may think this very clever chart is all swing, but it begins as Latin then alternates with a swing feel. The tempo is bright at around 190-200 bpm with suggested solos for trumpet and tenor sax, a
The flowing melody and lush harmonies of this Ellington favorite are set in a medium samba style in this creative arrangement that takes full advantage of the little big band format. In addition
At the peak of the big band era, saxophonist, composer and band leader Charlie Barnet recorded his famous version of Cherokee followed shortly by this second big hit. Treated here in a samba style,
Victor Lopez, who knows the Latin idiom inside and out, has given us a powerhouse 6/8 Latin chart that will make your ensemble sound like the Kenton Band. It's majestic, powerful and noble and includes
Here's a distinctive arrangement for beginning jazz groups on one of Duke Ellington's most recognizable tunes. One of the featured works in the 2014 movie "Whiplash," it combines the styles of Latin and big
Recently featured in the motion picture "Whiplash," this barnburner by outstanding arranger John Wasson is pure Latin fire from start to finish! This chart will have your students begging to practice.
This is a new edition of the original arrangement, with no editing. The instrumentation requires one alto, two tenor, baritone and bass saxophones; five trumpets, four horns, four trombones, tuba, piano,