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Recalls the wintery music of Leroy Anderson in this fun and easily accessible piece. The classic Hollywood groove paired with sleigh bells and a catchy festive melody makes this a welcome departure from

Get down and get funky this Christmas with a fresh take on Here We Go a-Wassailing. Funk sections alternate with double-time swing sections throughout. Solo for tenor sax. Great fun!

Beethoven gets fired up in this very creative Latin extravaganza! It contains quotes from many European art music pieces. A hip samba groove seamlessly transitions to swing and back to samba with solos for

Renaissance music is a refreshing change of pace for bands. Irregular and overlapping phrases develop independence in young players while limited ranges keep it accessible. A good assessment number.

Opening with a catchy unison ensemble lick, this chart is a samba reminiscent of the Antonio Carlos Jobim style. It features alto sax 1 and trumpet 2 on the lead melody and solos for each that can be

The Maynard Ferguson classic is presented here in a version for mere mortal trumpet players, yet it loses none of the excitement of the original. A written-out solo is provided for the first alto, and your

This chart is a Latin treatment of the familiar Christmas carol and focuses on carols in a minor key. It also includes quotes from several other Christmas tunes, also in minor keys. At one point the lower

This well known and touching Irish melody is also known as the Wexford Carol. It's special harmonic language gives it a distinct ancient quality and the orchestration exploits the wide variety of textures

Here's an inventive shuffle to expose your musicians to this fun and energetic style. The opening gives your bass player a chance to get hip. A solo opportunity for your drummer and written-out solos

You'll enjoy this traditional Christmas carol presented in a very untraditional setting. The chart seamlessly moves between a 7/8 rock groove and a 4/4 swing with a catchy melodic intro figure that recurs

Originally composed as a vocal solo with piano, this classical piece has been orchestrated here for developing bands and brings a special flavor to concert band programs. It features new sections based on

A distinctive original work that is a true representation of the American voice. The pastoral effect of the 3/4 melody is evocative of rural folk music and is passed around through various sections

The composer serves up an impressive musical presentation based on the hymn How Great Thou Art. Artistic scoring and stylistic hints of Brahms and Beethoven add a special touch to this endearing

Written in the same form as Sinatra's Fly Me to the Moon, this one is a real toe-tapper with a classic swing feel! Instrumentation is for two trumpets, trombone, and three saxes plus guitar, bass,

This tribute to one of Frank Sinatra's biggest hits contains many references to the original tune. This is a great way to introduce that Basie swing feel that we all love to moderate-level groups. You'll

The Ted Sears holiday staple gets new life as an energetic samba. Written-out improv-type solos are provided for two instruments.  Instrumentation is 2 tpts., 1 tbn.  and 3 saxes plus gtr., bs.

The beloved carol is recast as an infectious samba. The chart boasts some great saxophone section writing and ensemble playing that will make this a tune to remember. A solo for tenor sax can be played as

With varied tempos, and several Latin styles, this is a tour-de-force treatment of the world's best-known tango in the style of Bill Holman's epics for the Stan Kenton band. A flamenco-style fanfare opens

Rafael Mendez's trumpet extravaganza gets the Stan Kenton treatment in a romping Latin epic. This will give your trumpet section an opportunity to shine while featuring your lead player. There's an alto

The serenity of a lakeside idyll is captured beautifully here. Flowing and expressive, this is an excellent vehicle for teaching lyrical style. A great second number for concert or contest.

This work marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Poignant in tone, it begins with groups of woodwinds and then brass. The second section is also dark, but the combination with movement in

James Weldon Johnson's inspirational hymn dates back to the Harlem Renaissance. This beautiful arrangement is scored to be playable with voices or as a stand-alone concert band piece. Accessible to bands of