This John Lewis standard is flexibly arranged for four horns and rhythm section in this small-group chart. Set in a medium swing style, the chart includes background figures behind the soloists and ensemble
A standard that really hits the mark! It begins with a bass solo and a trio of winds takes the head. The lead trumpet range to written B above the staff, and there is solo space for tenor with a sample solo
A real jazz classic, this chart kicks! The features include a medium swing style, a written or improvised solo for tenor sax, meaningful ensemble passages, exceptional soli lines, superb phrases, and a
This big-band version of a 1920s chart is a real powerhouse! Featuring a melody that's tuneful and playable by all, the arrangement begins in a small-group style that builds to a kick section featuring the
As the title suggests, this is a swinger with hints of classic Gene Krupa drum patterns. The tempo is around 200 bpm, there's lots of action for the trombones, written or ad lib solos for
Featuring a churning swing style and a catchy riff-based melody, this well-crafted chart spins its way through every section of the ensemble. In the solo section, written samples are provided for tenor,
Here's a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by Charlie Parker. In the Little Big Band format, it starts out in a funk style then alternates with swing. The soloists have an opportunity to improvise in
Blues Backstage is a staple from the New Testament Count Basie Orchestra of the 1950s. This classic Frank Foster chart on a simple B-flat blues achieves richness through tasteful and creative
This uptempo blues in F swings hard from start to finish! With lots of big ensemble hits, a firey sax soli, and lots of space for ad-lib solos, this chart is a burner! The lead trumpet plays to a high