Gordon Goodwin's CD “Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences” contains a wealth of terrific charts in a wide variety of styles by this talented writer. This sizzling Latin masterpiece written in a “songo” style features intricate unison lines, blazing ensemble passages, and a continuously energetic rhythmic drive. For the mature band, this is one impressive chart!
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Here is THE hot version of this swing standard arranged by Jeff Tyzik as recorded by Doc Severinson and the Tonight Show Band. With a dressed-up feel and solos for alto, tenor and trumpet, this timeless classic never sounded so good!
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If you have the horses, let 'em run with this churnin', burnin' swing monster from Maynard's big band album, 'Big Bop Nouveau.' This chart really burns, but will sound just as hot with the tempo turned down a notch or two. Includes some smokin' optional choruses featuring saxes alone without rhythm section.
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From composer Steven Bryant comes this simple, chorale-like work that captures the reflective calm of dusk, paradoxically illuminated by the fiery hues of sunset. Dusk is intended as a short, passionate evocation of this moment of dramatic stillness.
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From the Count Basie library, this classic flag-waver from the pen of Sammy Nestico is available again! A true tour de force for every section of the band, this monster chart features blistering brass, wailing saxes, a tenor solo, and a great full ensemble shout. Strike it up!
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Commissioned by the US Army Jazz Ambassadors, this arrangement by Eric Richards shines new light on the beauty and depth of the classic Beatles hit. An up-tempo Brazilian groove gives way to hints of samba and songo, but always with a smooth and laid back feel. Piano solo is featured off the top, followed by a trio of tenor, trombone and guitar on the head, and later solo space for one or more of these players. A brief nod to the classical feel of the original Beatles track helps build to a climactic shout for the full ensemble. Nice!
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Di Blasio/Lowden - Grade 4-6.
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This masterful arrangement of Antonio Carlos Jobim's classic Bossa Nova can be performed either with a vocal soloist (key: F) or as a feature vehicle for tenor sax or trumpet. Frank uses a few unique rhythmic figures with mixed meters and gives every section a chance to shine. Also included is an optional scat vocal section that is cued for trumpet.
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From the popular CD “In The Christmas Mood” by the esteemed Glenn Miller Alumni Band, this swingin' chart in classic “Miller” style has been used in several recent motion pictures. Your audiences will enjoy this throwback to the glory years of the swing era.
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This is the authentic Nestico arrangement as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra! Opening with a piano introduction, this medium swing chart progresses through statements by the saxes, expertly woven brass figures, and shouting ensemble sections. Includes solo space for trumpet, tenor and piano. This definitive version is a masterpiece of arranging craftsmanship!
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Hot Latin sounds from Gordon Goodwin's Grammy-nominated CD “Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences”! Flute and trumpet are featured in the beginning on the playful melody, but the entire ensemble gets a chance to cut loose on this powerful chart. Includes solos for alto and trombone.
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A note from the composer:
A Boy and a Girl is such a tender, delicate, exquisite poem. I simply tried to quiet myself and find the music hidden within the words. I'm often asked which of my compositions is my favorite. I don't really have one that I love more than the others, but I do feel that the four measures that musically paint the text “never kissing” may be the truest notes I've ever written. –Eric Whitacre
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This medium tempo swing chart is the lead-off cut from the CD “Mingus Big Band 93.” Featured is a distinctive melody, a stop-time solo section, and a great swing groove throughout.
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Here's a terrific medium swing chart (recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on Heart and Soul) featuring a great groove, a catchy melody and the craftsmanship of jazz master John Clayton. Also included is a trombone solo, a take-no-prisoners sax soli and solo space for the bass. The shout chorus starts nice and quiet then builds to a deafening level with the ensemble roaring!
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Originally recorded in 1984 by Stevie Wonder, here is a smooth version in a cha-cha style that provides a very appealing setting for vocalist. Michael uses some harmonic twists and turns, interesting and creative background figures, and includes solo space for trumpet.
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Dorham)
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Professional Editions – Grade 5
More than just a showcase for your lead trumpet, this monster chart is a powerful statement for the entire ensemble. Opening with the quasi flamenco strains and followed by a melancholy trumpet solo, the first big ensemble “hit” is guaranteed to move the audience back a few rows! Great writing for all sections and especially the rhythm section.
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As recorded by Count Basie on Prime Time, here is the magnificent Nestico flag-waver to end all flag-wavers! Combine a wonderful standard tune with solos for piano and tenor along with some of Sammy's finest ensemble writing ever, and you have a highlight for any concert or festival. Classic chart! (This recording from the Frank Capp Juggernaut recording “Play It Again Sam” on Concord Jazz - CCD-4747-2)
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Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra – Grade 5
Originally arranged and premiered by the WDR Big Band in Cologne, Germany, this powerful chart was recorded by the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra on their CD “Heart and Soul.” Featuring the saxes off the top accompanied by the screaming brass section, this chart also includes solos for trombone, trumpet, alto and drums. Even the background figures are a study in composition and development. Hot!
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Grade 4-6. (Ferguson/Lowden)
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Adapted from his Grammy winning arrangement for Queen Latifah, here is a smokin' swing chart that features a relaxed vocal line accompanied by absolutely blazing figures from the band. An exceptional powerhouse of a chart!
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For 2 horns plus rhythm.
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From the Mingus Big Band CD “Gunslinging Birds” here is an unpredictable romp for mature bands. Exploring a wide mix of seemingly unrelated sections, the genius and eccentricity of Mingus is apparent as the piece comes together in grand fashion finally settling in on a medium swing groove (for a while).
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Exploring a wealth of overlapping instrumental colors, this very delicate and superbly orchestrated setting made its first appearance recorded by Diana Krall. A study in tension and release, there is a haunting quality that helps make this a stunningly beautiful arrangement, and clearly shows why John Clayton is one of the premier writers in the business today. (Alto Saxes double on Clarinet, and Bari. Sax doubles Bass Clarinet)
Recorded on “Smack Dab in the Middle” – The Hal Leonard Jazz Orchestra, conducted by John Clayton (07011581)
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Recorded by Weather Report on their landmark 1977 album Heavy Weather, Havona epitomizes the high-energy jazz fusion style of Jaco Pastorius. This version for Little Big Band is a real showpiece for the bass player and includes a transcription of Jaco's part along with an alternate easier part. Also included is a flexible solo section for any player.
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