Mike Tomaro has beautifully adapted this well-known Ellington classic to feature Tenor Sax. With flowing melodies and a lush orchestration this is the perfect ballad for contests or festivals.
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Mark Taylor utilizes a small group alternating with the full band, along with a moderate Latin style in this effectively written version of this lesser-known jazz standard. Also featured is a solo for tenor sax and dynamically scored tutti ensemble sections. A perfect change of pace for festival use.
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“You Can Call Me Al” was the lead single from Paul Simon's acclaimed album, Graceland, recorded in 1986. The music was inspired by Simon's trip to South Africa, and this song went on to become one of his biggest hits. Michele's upbeat version gives it a great-sounding groove and skillful interplay between all sections of the band.
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Featuring a Basie-like style and a medium swing tempo, here is a great choice for your next holiday concert. Solos are included for trumpet and alto.
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Irving Berlin's tuneful standard was put back on the map with the classic scene from Mel Brooks' movie Young Frankenstein. This clever arrangement alternates between a 2-beat feel and straight ahead swing, and features solo space for tenor sax, trumpet, and even a short solo for bass. Fun!
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This very special and historic publication is an exact transcription of the 1941 version recorded by Duke Ellington. David Berger's expertise is evident in the completely voiced out rhythm parts and written out solos. This classic belongs in every library.
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Here's a perfect touch of swing era nostalgia with this signature tune from the Glenn Miller Orchestra. All the elements from the original are here including the famous sax melody, trumpet and alto solos and, of course, full band vocals. This version makes it playable even by younger bands.
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Originally recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994, this upbeat tune has become a holiday favorite year after year. John Berry brings us a great-sounding version in a straight-ahead medium swing style with the melody traded around from section to section. No solos are required.
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Here's an energetic big band treatment of one of jazz legend Charlie Parker's best-known tunes. John Wasson's wonderfully crafted medium up-tempo swing chart features an interplay between the sax and brass sections, along with solos for alto sax and trumpet. Much of ensemble writing is adapted from Bird's famous recorded solo.
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You may not recognize this by the title, but Libertango is one of the most well-known tangos throughout the world. Written with sultry lines for the saxes and rhythmic punctuations in the brass, this distinctive arrangement deserves a place in your library. Includes solo for alto sax.
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The academy award-winning song from “Monsters, Inc.” makes a very nice swing chart for jazz ensemble. With Randy Newman's unmistakable style and John Berry's expertise for young players, you can't go wrong with this fun chart.
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Here is a solid, full ensemble treatment of this mega-hit recorded by Kenny Loggins. Features solos for trumpet and alto, and a driving rock feel.
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From the film Swing Time and originally performed by Fred Astaire, The Way You Look Tonight won the Academy Award for best original song in 1936. Since then it has remained a popular jazz standard, and here is a terrific moderately paced swing version for younger players.
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This chart has it all. Featuring a great swing feel, solid scoring and dynamic contrasts, this arrangement is perfect for younger bands just learning to swing, or experienced bands showing that they can! Includes written or ad lib. solos for alto sax, trumpet and piano.
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This invigorating chart stays true to the classic sound of its creator Stevie Wonder. It features a medium slow groove and a flexible solo section. Guaranteed fun.
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Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns N' Roses features familiar melodies and a relentless drive throughout. Paul's hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes on the lead and brass on the signature riffs, along with terrific interplay within the ensemble. Rock the stage with this one!
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Although originally an Italian song composed in 1960, Estate has become a jazz standard thanks in part to the Bossa nova version recorded by Joao Gilberto. This smooth version for younger players features a lyric style of playing and a medium-tempo Bossa style.
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One of the most recognizable tunes from mega-group Earth, Wind & Fire. This exciting production number opens with the slow chorale then launches into one of the best funk grooves ever written! Features a small ensemble on the head, powerful ensemble writing on the choruses and solo space for tenor sax. Hot!
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Written in a fast 3/4, this gospel-inspired burner is as fun to play as it is to listen to. There is great interplay between sections of the band as layers of sound move in and out. Also included are hand claps and some “play any note you want” opportunities to really liven things up. The flexible solo section allows you to customize this to fit the strengths of your own band.
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Originally heard in the landmark 1965 TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas, the music composed and recorded by Vince Guaraldi has taken on a life of its own. Christmas Is Coming is a lighthearted, yet driving composition in the recognizable “Guaraldi” style. Great choice for the holiday season!
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Ask the proverbial musical question with this Tower Of Power trademark tune and let your band roar on the answer. Carefully adapted for younger players, this funk chart will be an instant hit with your band and audiences alike. The solo section near the end is flexible.
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This well-known composition by Horace Silver is written in a moderate Latin style. Mark's version is based on Horace's own classic arrangement and features some very nice ensemble writing. Includes a flexible solo section with written out samples for any instrument.
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One of the best-known standards by Horace Silver, “Song for My Father” features a light Latin style and recognizable melody along with the signature bass riff. The easy changes make it perfect for soloists, and a great groove for the entire group.
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Jazz classic from the Duke, nicely scored for young jazz combos.
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The Hal Leonard Jazz Combo Paks are a versatile and inexpensive way to put four fantastic charts in front of your high school or college combo. The flexible instrumentation provides many options for covering the parts; the arrangements are absolutely top notch; and at $45.00 for four standards you will never find a better value.
Instrumentation:
- Line 1 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Vibes
- Line 2 (lead or harmony): Alto Sax, Bari Sax, Trumpet, Soprano Sax, Clarinet, Trombone
- Line 3: Bari Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Trombone
Pak #12 includes: All the Things You Are • The Girl from Ipanema (Garota De Ipanema) • Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown) • Smoke Gets in Your Eyes. Hear full recordings on the product page at www.halleonard.com.
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Featuring a dark intensity and a powerful unison riff figure in minor, this medium swing chart is a great showcase for your bass player as well as the trombone section. The harmonic structure is quite simple, but the depth of the arrangement comes from the thematic layers that are added throughout. Written solo (or soli) sections are included for the trombones and also trumpets.
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Here's the ultimate in contemporary funk from Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars! Paul Murtha captures all the style and attitude in this hot chart for jazz ensemble. The melody is skillfully passed around from section to section, and solo options are provided for trumpet and tenor sax.
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This timeless jazz standard gets a Cuban, Son montuno makeover. Lots of meticulously and accurately scored percussion set the groove and hand claps in the ensemble add to the flavor. A great blend of unison and harmonic scoring adds to the authenticity. Sax soli, percussion feature and optional flute.
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Includes: Lazy River • Royal Garden Blues • South • When the Saints Go Marching In.
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