Here is a superb chart on a wonderful jazz standard. Typically a ballad, this treatment is a straight-eighth feel with smooth cascading lines. Written-out solos are provided for trumpet and alto. Includeds
This cha cha is based on the chord changes to My Little Suede Shoes by Charlie Parker - it's a great opportunity to introduce an authentic Latin style. The solo section is written out with solo
Based on the chord changes for Autumn Leaves, this easy-going samba puts a new spin on the classic jazz standard. After the melody is presented, an ensemble montuna section follows where the figure
Here is a great piece to help students get that blues feel while learning to improvise! Featuring a groovy solo section that's adaptable to any instrument, this piece has a swingin' minor blues style
This instrumental hit soared to the top of the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop groove and catchy brass riffs. This chart for young players has beautifully captured the unique flavor of the
Here is a high-energy melodic rock chart that features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the famous Pat Metheny Group. Hitting hard from the outset, this chart provides great opportunities to show off
Composed in the early 1960s, this marvelous bossa nova may not be as well known as some, but it is no less attractive - especially arranged here for young bands. A brief duet of trumpet and tenor gives way
Oh, yes! This fiery Latin tune has become a jazz standard over the years, and here it is in an accessible arrangement for young jazz ensembles. The overall style is swing with a touch of Latin thrown in to
Add this Billie Eilish hit to the growing list of iconic themes from the James Bond saga. This great-sounding chart features a rock ballad style with an alto sax soloist in the beginning and again at the
Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Education Association for the 2021 Illinois All-State Honors Jazz Band, this chart will be an exciting addition to any library. With grooves that
Arranged for the wonderful saxophonist Chris Vadala, this English folk song has been fashioned as a contemporary-sounding chart in D minor that moves from a loose, open swing to a straight-ahead swing
This Joe Henderson jazz standard is a terrific vehicle for more advanced jazz ensembles with solo space for tenor 1 and drum set. The lead trumpet range is up to written high D. At 128 bpm, this
More accessible than most Gordon Goodwin charts, Stay in Your Lane is a hard-hitting, good-time shuffle groove played at about 135 bpm. There's lots of call and response between sections, a
This swinging chart is a true shuffle in the tradition of Jerome Richardson's The Groove Merchant as performed by the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra. The tempo makes this chart accessible and is
As you probably guessed from the title, this chart takes hints from some Miles Davis classics and turns them into a brilliant up-tempo swing composition. Your band will get to show off their dynamic
You're going to love this original tune. A solid, infectious 3/4 funk groove is coupled with a modern-sounding chord progression to give this driving chart plenty of audience appeal. Solos are offered for