Here's an up-tempo and intense Latin/swing chart to challenge your ensemble. Includes a tenor sax feature and an open solo section, a rhythm section interlude, a slower swing section near the end, and a
Salute the unsung hero of the jazz ensemble, the piano player, with this accessible piano feature! 88 Ave. B is an accessible Basie-style swinger that features the piano throughout
Originally written for the Sammy Nestico Dark Orchid recording and later reprised on A Portrait of Sammy, this iconic swing chart gives all the solo work to piano, first in the opening 48 measures, then
Jazz groups with a strong lead alto sax player will enjoy this ballad in film noir style. Its smoky harmonies and wistful melody are broken up with a double-time swing section before a powerful reprise at
As the title suggests, this is a beautiful melodic feature for alto sax. In addition to the haunting tune, there are subtle supportive ensemble figures that weave a rich fabric of accompaniment and include
Based on the chord changes to Bluesette, this original composition offers an opportunity to feature first and second trombones. There are opportunities for the other sections as well, as they back up the
Feature any melodic instrument with this Doug Beach and George Shutack swing composition at the very easy grade level. The infectious melody and the gospel-flavored harmonies combine to create a chart
This medium-swing minor blues chart puts the focus on the foundation of your band's brass section... the bass trombone. A solid melody set below the staff and into the pedal register is offset by dramatic
One of the most iconic holiday tunes of all time, The Christmas Song as composed by Mel Torme and Robert Wells is treated here in a masterfully constructed setting featuring a flugelhorn soloist.
Looking for a perfect change-of-pace for your next program or festival? This beautiful ballad gives you the opportunity to showcase either your alto sax, trumpet or flugelhorn soloist. The pensive melody is
The swingin' Quincy Jones arrangement of this standard was a Frank Sinatra signature tune. Here's the authentic version edited and adapted for today's bands by Mike Tomaro. Vocal key: B-flat.
Simple and a touch complex at the same time, this trombone solo feature swings hard with a touch of the blues included. Composed for Wycliffe Gordon and the Nashville Jazz Composers Collective.
Released by Queen in 1979, this iconic hit adapts beautifully for vocal soloist with jazz ensemble, with its rollicking shuffle style and infectious simplicity and charm. This feel-good tune will be
Featuring a tenor saxophone soloist, Curveball is in the style of the Ray Charles big band. It opens with huge ensemble brass and bluesy sax lines that switch in and out of a double-time swing
This beautiful ballad is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace for your program. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an