Stage Band

Even though the TV show is for little tikes, the familiar theme song is very popular with jazz players. (Go figure!) The saxes are featured on the ...

There aren't that many jazz standards written in a rock style, and this is one of the absolute best! Now available for younger bands with this grea...

Available now in a very easy version, this Miles Davis classic is a mustfor bands just starting out. The modal structure teaches the dorian sca le ...

Here's the early classic by the rock group Chicago. The trademark bass line and driving melody will make this a sure hit with your students.  ...

This enduring standard by Hoagy Carmichael continues tosound fresh year after year. The notable recording by Ray Charles with it's lush harmonies a...

Finally, this Ellington classic is available for even the most inexperienced bands. For starters, this version is in Bb rather than C. Rick feature...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

Stan Kenton's signature version is probably the best-known treatment of this Spanish classic. Mike's easy arrangement draws upon this version while...

Here is a very playable arrangement of this quintessential “cool” jazz swing tune that will work great with young players. Carefully scored to soun...

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...

Everybody knows it, and your students will want to play it! The simple chord progression is perfect for encouraging your inexperienced improvisers....

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...

Anyone who remembers Blood, Sweat & Tears will instantly recognize this jazz-rock classic from the '60s. Perfect for teaching rock to beginning...

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...

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...

This arrangement of Tito Puente's Latin/Rock classic (made famous by Santana) is an absolute must for beginning groups! The simple chord structure ...

What a tasty-sounding swing original by Rick Stitzel! This minor blues features a catchy melody, solid ensemble writing, and a perfect solo setting...

Although originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966, this familiar hit has remained popular thanks to covers by artists such as Otis Redding, David...

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...

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. ...