This enduring standard by Hoagy Carmichael continues tosound fresh year after year. The notable recording by Ray Charles with it's lush harmonies a...
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Finally, this Ellington classic is available for even the most inexperienced bands. For starters, this version is in Bb rather than C. Rick feature...
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This well-know Latin standard is a perfect change of pace for a jazz concert. Carefully notated for beginning groups, this is a great introduction ...
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First released in 1992, this excellent blues original has stood the test of time. Perfect for teaching style and introducing the blues scale as a b...
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Here is an easy swing version of this timeless classic. The saxes are in the spotlight, but also featured is a short solo for trumpet. Skillfully a...
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One of the most recognisable themes ever written. This easy arrangement stays true to the original 5/4 version and features the saxes on the melody...
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This is one of the true jazz classics from composer/innovator/performer Miles Davis. Paul Murtha takes the essence of this great tune and makes it ...
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Stan Kenton's signature version is probably the best-known treatment of this Spanish classic. Mike's easy arrangement draws upon this version while...
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Here is a very playable arrangement of this quintessential “cool” jazz swing tune that will work great with young players. Carefully scored to soun...
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Introduce the music of the Duke to your beginning groups with this great sounding easy version. The rhythms have been simplified but the style is a...
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Everybody knows it, and your students will want to play it! The simple chord progression is perfect for encouraging your inexperienced improvisers....
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Made famous by Louis Armstrong, this is one standard that has stood the test of time. This very playable version is nicely scored with short featur...
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Anyone who remembers Blood, Sweat & Tears will instantly recognize this jazz-rock classic from the '60s. Perfect for teaching rock to beginning...
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Give your band a little change of pace with this 1940s standard from the swing era. Slow and bluesy, this easy arrangement features various section...
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Never has there been a version of this Sonny Rollins classic in an arrangement this easy! With ample use of unison lines, a moderate tempo and care...
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This arrangement of Tito Puente's Latin/Rock classic (made famous by Santana) is an absolute must for beginning groups! The simple chord structure ...
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What a tasty-sounding swing original by Rick Stitzel! This minor blues features a catchy melody, solid ensemble writing, and a perfect solo setting...
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Although originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966, this familiar hit has remained popular thanks to covers by artists such as Otis Redding, David...
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Key: FThis holiday classic has been recorded by countless jazz artists through the years. Arranged here in a medium tempo swing style, Rick's chart...
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Here is a creative chart in the little big band format on Duke Ellington's classic swing tune. Solos are included for tenor sax and trumpet. ...
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Composed by Gene McDaniels in the '60s, this soulful funk tune has been recorded by a number of artists, notably Les McCann & Eddie Harris, Ray...
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This rockin' tune from the '60s boasts notable recordings by Wilson Pickett the Rolling Stones and most famously the Blues Brothers. This easy char...
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Stevie Wonder's sultry medium rock tune first appeared on his landmark 1973 album Innervisions. Rick's authentic-sounding version for young players...
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Normally performed in a Latin style, Mark Taylor has created a marvelous setting of this popular standard as a medium swing shuffle! There's nothin...
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Formed in 1952, the Modern Jazz Quartet influenced the landscape of contemporary jazz for over 40 years. With elements of classical music blended w...
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This well-known Cuban song has been recorded by countless artists through the years and receives a standout contemporary setting for full jazz ense...
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Recorded by Frank Sinatra on his 1960 hit album by the same name, this tune has become a standard recorded by countless jazz artists. Rather than t...
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Using the traditional English folk song as a basis, Paul Murtha found a creative treatment as an uptempo jazz waltz! With a natural flowing groove,...
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This timeless ballad released by Cyndi Lauper in 1984 continues as popular now as ever. In a style faithful to the original recording, here is a fa...
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This infectious pop and funk hit from 1968 was originally recorded by Sly and the Family Stone. Paul Murtha's version for young players features a ...
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Setting records for most views on YouTube and topping the pop charts in several countries, Despacito was recorded by Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi...
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This breakout hit recorded by Camila Cabello helped bring Latin music to the pop charts. This arrangement for young players is easy to learn and in...
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From the acclaimed 1962 album “Moment of Truth” by the Gerald Wilson Big Band, Viva Tirado was the impressive lead off tune. This arrangement in a ...
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The classic disco tune from KC and the Sunshine Band is now available in a terrific arrangement for beginner Big Band. The parts are not demanding ...
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Recorded by Guns N' Roses back in the '80s, this rocker has become a classic and is often heard in TV and film. Arranged here for younger players, ...
View full detailsAre you looking for a solid, sophisticated chart that is accessible to aspiring jazz musicians? Well, your search is over. Film writer Lennie Nieha...
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Recorded by Count Basie on his Basie-Straight Ahead album, the "Moocho Fasto!" style marking at the start of this fast swing outing for proficient ...
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Featuring an appealing modal feel throughout and plenty of sectional andensemble block voicings, this fast swing original assigns the written o r a...
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Commissioned by the Brockport (NY) High School Jazz Ensemble, this medium level swing chart is a great opener or closer for any jazz program. Itcon...
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Here's a great cool swing chart for advancing groups reminiscent of the music of Stanley Turrentine and Cannonball Adderley. Although it employs th...
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If you need a solid, accessible moderate swing chart for your developingjazz band, look no further. This one has lots of variety and developmen tal...
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Calling for crisp, well-accented horn articulations, this big band celebration in the jazz samba style is outstanding fare for any concert program....
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The chance to feature 1-4 solo instruments makes this very easy chart a great addition to your library. With a fun-loving, easy-to-play melody and ...
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Instrumental Electric Guitar Solo - Key: E/Em.A super-exciting feature for Electric Guitar including contrasting dynamics plus an ad. lib. solo sec...
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Does your tuba player complain he/she never gets the tune? Well...that’s why this piece was written. Your star tuba player features with a solo mel...
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A Beautiful melodic feature ballad for alto sax. The soloist is backed by full accompaniment and counterpoint that wraps around and through the mel...
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Welcome to the shadowy underworld of bluesy saxes and unexpected plot twists. Similar to Harlem Nocturne, Nick Brandon covers the waterfront keepin...
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Based on the chord changes for "They Can't Take That Away From Me", this chart is a straight ahead swinger that features every section in the ensem...
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