Blues and Swing Jazz Ensemble Charts

This original chart is a hip tune that is perfect for teaching swing and introducing the blues. Features written solos for trumpet, alto sax, and drums. Perfect for a young jazz ensemble.

This clever tune by George Gershwin has long been a favorite with jazz musicians. This upbeat swing setting is a true showcase for the entire ensemble, with inventive tutti ensemble passages interspersed

This chart uses a light samba feel to craft a marvelous setting of this Charlie Parker standard for the Little Big Band format. Perfectly scored tutti ensemble figures are contrasted with feature spots for

This swing classic from bebop legend Charlie Parker belongs in every jazz library. The easy melody and blues changes make this a perfect fit for younger players. This classy chart spreads the melody around,

Using a sensuously slow Basie style, here is a distinctive setting of this Gershwin standard that features the entire ensemble. Lush brass scoring on the "A" theme is contrasted with the saxes on the

A medium-slow 12-bar blues in the Basie tradition, with accessible figures that swing hard. At this tempo the band can focus on the swing style and really make the shout chorus shout! The chart opens with

In the relaxed swinging tradition of Sammy Nestico and Count Basie, the title refers to the conversation that begins in the melody as two groups call and respond to each other. Trumpet range is to

Named after the legendary Harlem nightclub where bebop was born, this medium swing chart speaks the language of bebop from the first measure to the last. Trumpets and altos state the melody echoing Bird and

A high-energy intro sets the tone for this hard-swinging arrangement of the classic Gershwin song. The trombone section is featured on the melody as the saxes provide accompaniment. Solo opportunities for

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

This up-tempo combo piece is great for expanding the playing ability of those who have the drive to work on improvisation. This work is stylistically a swing and is a good opportunity to put some focus on

This is a bluesy call and response between bass instruments and the whole ensemble, with modest brass ranges, suggested piano voicings, and solo space for tenor sax and guitar (or piano). Solo

A great opportunity to get your young players to swing, and swing they will! This super-achievable 12-bar blues chart has it all, including a tune that's as catchy as its title, an open solo section

If you've been looking for something to showcase your rhythm section, look no further! This excellent new chart written in a medium swing style features the rhythm section with improvisational space for

Gershwin's classic is now available for jazz bands with this brilliant arrangement! All the main themes are here in a variety of styles, and individual instruments (cued in other parts) are featured

A playful melody sauntering along a beguiling chord progression is featured in this enjoyable chart. The intro leads way to the cool sounds of trumpet and alto sax on melody, with tenor saxes and trombones

Need an easy introduction to swing style for your beginning jazz band? Look no further than this chart! Clearly written rhythm section parts are perfect for bass and drum set players who are just starting.

This chart opens in a bright, brisk four and soon switches to a trademark two feel reminiscent of the great big bands of yesteryear. The solo section features tenor and alto, and it can be opened up for 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

This original composition puts everyone deep in that swinging groove from the start! Based on a 12-bar blues in E flat, it features exciting throwback styles including stop-time and call and response - just