Blues and Swing Jazz Ensemble Charts

Inspired by the composer's very first trip to The Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois, this thrilling chart soars in a swinging waltz arrangement for jazz ensemble, creating a whirlwind adventure for

This straight-up fast swinger has great solo space for trumpet and drums. The quirky melody is played by the saxes with overlaid brass punches. Written in Dorian minor with plenty of quartal harmonies, this

This hard-grooving shuffle with incredibly hip writing will showcase all aspects of a well-developed jazz ensemble, from the hard-hitting brass figures to the driving rhythm section grooves to the dazzling

This irresistible chart has all the creativity and jazz craftsmanship we have come to expect from Mike Tomaro. How does a swing tune with a half-time rock groove sound for creativity? Solo changes for alto

The main portion of this chart is a slow swing similar to Slide Hampton's Frame for the Blues, but it is interspersed with vignettes that use all the colors of the contemporary jazz ensemble.

This slow chart is a great feature piece for a bass trombone player who can bring a side of funk! Opening with a bass feature and keeping the spotlight on the low winds make this chart an outstanding option

Feature your trumpet 2 player on this superb ballad arrangement. Opening with a lush rubato section and then shifting into a double-time section, this piece will show off the strengths of your group. This

Featuring sax soli and plenty of individual features, Kaori Nakano brings her unique groove and style back to the jazz band! With reduced brass writing, this chart is great for showing off a strong reed