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
This fresh concert march is influenced by the style of John Williams' cinematic marches. Melodic content for all sections, great percussion writing, rhythmical melodies, and lots of articulation as well as
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
This exciting concert/festival work opens with a driving rhythmic theme which moves quickly into a robust lyrical section with an array of woodwinds. This second theme evolves into a full band statement
The Ash Grove is one of the most well-known and widely adapted Welsh folk songs. This setting for developing concert band opens with a clarinet cadenza that may be played as written or may become
Alexander's Ragtime Band is one of Irving Berlin's earliest creations; it has stood the test of time and can still be heard in music venues throughout the world. Peter Blair has created a
"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,
Composed on the night of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, this march was heard regularly on weekly national radio broadcasts throughout World War II. This version is written in the key of F and
Composed on the night of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, this march was heard regularly on weekly national radio broadcasts throughout World War II. Written in the traditional march form, the
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
Composed in 1925, this pasodoble is one of the better-known pieces of Spanish music around the world. Pasodobles became very popular with U.S. bands throughout the sixties, and some of them, including this
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
Highly melodic and rhythmic, this original work evokes beautiful and tranquil images of a magnificent sunrise. The skillful interplay of the various sections of the ensemble musically captures the majestic
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