
A good introduction to the ubiquitous rock shuffle, this piece captures the fun and mystery of an illusionist’s sleight-of-hand close magic act. Every section is featured as the melodic lines are passed along over a funky groove. There are solos written for…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Steve Parsons
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing

Long known for his writing for upper-level groups, Kris Berg turns loose his creative talents on this easy funk-rock composition. Great rhythm section writing, solid scoring throughout and creative and fresh harmonic ideas set this chart apart from the pack.…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Kris Berg
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing

In the tradition of Neal Hefti’s classic “L’il Darlin’”, 3am is a warm tutti ensemble ballad in the swing style that opens with a brief written solo for piano and features improvised solos for muted trumpet and tenor sax. Written solos are provided as well.…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Paul Baker
Publisher: Baker's Jazz And More

Easy Basie style swinger that features the piano throughout the chart. Written solos provided for piano as well as trumpet and trombone. Each section has their chance to shine in this full ensemble sound. Trumpet range to written high G.Style: Swing Series:…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Dan Torosian, Paul Baker
Publisher: Baker's Jazz And More

The unmistakable harmonic palate of composer Kris Berg shines in this lush ballad that showcases a Trumpet soloist on the first section of the melody with the full ensemble blending in for the rest of the chart. The ever-shifting harmony and flowing lines…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Kris Berg
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing

Composer/educator Michele Fernández has a wonderful reputation for her latin compositions, but A Little Orpheus Swing serves notice that her swing charts are happening as well. This one features an abundance of great ensemble work with solos spots for several…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Michele Fernández
Publisher: Doug Beach Music

Your band will have a great time digging into this “power rock” chart. Terrific horn licks and killer rhythm section parts add to the impact of this excellent new offering from Ed Gaston.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2023 Series: Jazz Trek Series
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Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Ed Gaston
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing

An easy latin groove based on the chord changes for Horace Silver's classic "Song For My Father". The rhythm section sets the tone which is joined by the ensemble. This sets up the unison saxophone melody which is punctuated by the brass. Trumpet and Tenor…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Matt Morey
Publisher: Baker's Jazz And More

All young jazz musicians need to develop a sense for the blues and this chart gets them started on this essential song form. The infectious melody sets up the journey that includes solid scoring and effective use of basic swing rhythms. An open solo section (…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Doug Beach
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing

This chart is based on the chord changes to Black Orpheus and features solos for any instrument over the A section of the form along with melodic segments for all sections. It is a great way to introduce Bossa Nova style along with syncopation and playing in…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Ryan Erik Adamsons
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing