As performed by Carmen McRae (including the spoken intro), here is John Clayton's sensitive and gorgeous version of For All We Know. The rich ensemble accompaniment is as much a part of the arrangement as the vocal solo. (Requires woodwind doubles on flute, clarinets and bass clarinet)
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Paying homage to the great jazz vocalist Joe Williams and recorded by Barbara Morrison on her tribute CD Thinking of You, Joe, here is an adaptation of John Clayton's swinging chart featuring sizzling statements from the band and an exuberant bluesy style. This chart works great for both male and female soloists and is guaranteed to make you feel good!
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Here is a strikingly different composition for jazz ensemble from the pen of acclaimed jazz pianist and writer Steve Allee. Featuring a floating texture of parallel harmonics and melodic lines, Pure Spirit is a fresh-sounding and rewarding piece for the entire ensemble.
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This sparkling uptempo swinger from the pen of Mark Taylor is impressive right from the opening full ensemble statement, and it doesn't let up from there. Small ensemble playing is beautifully contrasted with full band writing, and solo space is included for guitar, trumpet and drums. A sax soli, shout chorus, and even some group improvisation round out this impressive offering!
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Here's a bright and appealing jazz waltz that features a duet of flugel and tenor sax along with an easy flowing feel and style. Punctuated with sophisticated and well-scored ensemble feature spots, this is a terrific change of pace number for mature groups.
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Commissioned by the South Carolina Band Directors Association, Finya Wulo (Mende – “funeral song”) is written using a distinctive 12/8 “bembe” feel in a moderate tempo. The scoring utilizes a small combo contrasted with passages for the full ensemble. This is an adventurous and engaging work featuring extended harmonies and a unique rhythmic tapestry. Solos are included for trumpet and tenor sax.
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Featuring a hard groovin' 12/8 feel, this John La Barbera original serves as an alto sax feature that also puts the entire band through its paces. The skilled scoring makes this sound harder than it really is, making this a great choice for festival or contest.
Recorded by the John La Barbera Big Band on “Caravan” (Jazz Compass JC1023)
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This jazz fusion classic by Chick Corea was recorded by Stan Getz in 1972 and also by Chick Corea with his group Return to Forever on the landmark album Light as a Feather. In this exciting version for mature jazz ensembles, Mike Tomaro retains the highly energetic samba feel of the original while adding some creative touches of his own. Solos for trumpet and alto are featured.
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Nobody does cha-cha like Michael Mossman. This inventive original features a smooth harmonic structure and a nice blend of inventive melodies with carefully crafted accompaniment figures. The solo section is open for any player, and this is followed by a driving double time groove. Appealing and dynamic all rolled into one chart!
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Available again, here is Frank Mantooth's classic chart from 1987 as performed by the Ashley Alexander Big Band on Seems Like Old Times. Let your piano player show off with this stunning ballad arrangement by the recognized master of keyboard voicings and harmonic substitutions. The woodwind doubles on flute and clarinet are optional, and the piano part is completed voiced out.
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Frank Mantooth has transformed this John Coltrane classic into and outstanding up-tempo chart for big band. Features Tenor Sax and Flugelhorn with solo space for each.
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Taylor - Grade 4-6.
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You don't normally think of this great tune as an up-tempo burner, but Mark Taylor's creative chart is a real eye opener! Features solos for Trumpet, Tenor, and Piano.
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This lovely ballad from the T.S. Monk CD “Take One” (Blue Note CDP 7 99614) features rich harmonies and a melody that brings out musicality even in young players. All 3 horns trade the melody so everyone gets time in the spotlight.
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3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Turrentine)
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3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Farmer)
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Watson)
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Jordan)
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Fuller)
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Pierce)
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2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Mobley)
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For 2 horns plus rhythm.
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For 2 horns plus rhythm.
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From the Valery Ponomarev recording “Means of Identification” (Reservoir: RSR 101) this medium easy chart swings hard with the famous Art Blakey shuffle beat. Interplay between the horns is built into the head and the shout chorus creates a great send-off for the soloists. For 2 horns plus rhythm.
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3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Wheeler)
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For 2 horns plus rhythm.
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3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Brown)
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