A playful chart in a Basie swing style, Aardvark Stomp is easy and fun to play and a great way to assist young jazz musicians in developing ensemble and sectional playing skills. There's
Also known as O Come, All Ye Faithful, this late-19th-century carol is still one of the most widely performed of all Christmas songs. This fresh, easy-to-play version is extremely accessible and
The Ash Grove is one of the most well-known and widely adapted of all of the historic Welsh folk songs. This setting for developing concert band opens with a clarinet cadenza that may be played as
"All in" is a phrase that has spread from the world of poker becoming widely used to describe anytime you're totally committed to any endeavor. This laid-back funk/rock original from Peter Blair keeps
A patriotic anthem originally written and published in 1918 for voice and piano at a time when a newfound sense of nationalism swept across the country as the United States became involved in World War One,
Patriotic music for jazz bands is always welcome! This setting begins appropriately at a reverently slow tempo around 60 bpm, with the trumpets carrying the melody followed by a piano interlude. The
This medley contains four classic works by this exceptional American composer and songwriter. Rhapsody in Blue; Fascinating Rhythm; The Man I Love and Somebody to Love
Inspired by the time that Gershwin spent in Paris, this jazz-influenced symphonic poem (or tone poem) evokes the sights and energy of the postwar French capital during the Années
Spanning U.S. history from the revolutionary days to the first part of the 20th century, this medley begins with Yankee Doodle, originally a British march with lyrics that taunted the Colonies but
Here's a very useful arrangement that will fill the need when your jazz band is requested to play something patriotic. Featuring a variety of tempos and styles, this chart includes five American
This much-revered Christmas carol set to a Latin groove will serve as an ideal addition to any holiday concert featuring your jazz ensemble. There are opportunities to solo for the piano and tenor
This tune is written in the classic Basie swing style with a focus on staying easy for developing groups. Despite limited ranges and limited orchestration, this chart still brings a catchy melody to hook
This highly functional and accessible arrangement of six Christmas favorites may be performed as a medley, or a shortened version, or as individual tunes. The selections are presented in contrasting styles
An expressive original work that adds a rich and melodic quality to concert presentations. The flowing melody is presented in a variety of textures, creating an appealing contrast of instrumental colors
As the World Watched was commissioned by the band directors in the 10th district of the Georgia Music Educators Association. It is a programmatic work based on the composer's view of some of the
This chart is a strong addition to the young jazz ensemble repertoire and includes a solo improvisation guide that will help beginning improvisers develop their creative skills and build an
Composed as a traditional melody with a popular music progression in a choral style, this piece is a contemplation on the folk music of the Eastern United States and a subject related to that music. Flowers
The simple flowing melody moves throughout the ensemble providing everyone the opportunity to play it. The nature of the work makes it a very musical learning experience, and in addition, is ideal
A sweeping introduction transports the listener to a distant landscape, setting the stage for an epic conflict among mythical giants. The musical character becomes more heroic as visions of these mighty
This Ellington-style ballad is what big band music is all about. It features a wide array of potential solos with featured solo parts included for alto sax, tenor sax, flugelhorn, bass trombone, and guitar.