Recorded in 1972, Chick Corea's Return to Forever album is recognized as one of the landmark albums of jazz fusion. Along with the jazz standard “La Fiesta,” the mesmerizing ballad introduced on this album was “Crystal Silence.” Mike Tomaro does a marvelous job of maintaining the ethereal and lush qualities of the original in this outstanding setting for jazz ensemble. A stunning choice for contest or festivals.
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From the rarely remembered 1928 operetta The New Moon, this lovely tune has gone on to become a standard favored by many jazz artists. Set in a light samba groove, here is a terrific arrangement featuring solo alto sax. The solo is contrasted beautifully with ensemble interludes and backgrounds, plus a short unison tutti feature.
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Featuring a contemporary sounding groove utilizing even 8th notes, this familiar standard is given a unique treatment in the skilled hands of Mike Tomaro. A trio of tenor sax, trombone and guitar take the lead before yielding to the entire ensemble. The overall style is laid back but with an underlying rhythmic pulse and energy, with plenty of variety in scoring and dynamics.
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This funk classic from Jaco Pastorius naturally features a prominent role for the bass player. Skillfully arranged for full jazz ensemble, the back and forth riffs are traded between smaller groups within the band. Also featured is a solo for alto sax along with plenty of hard-hitting figures for the brass.
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This wonderful classic ballad recorded by Stevie Wonder is set here as a feature for tenor sax. Beautifully accompanied by piano only in the beginning, a mellow accompaniment follows (with flugels and bones in buckets) as a medium bossa tempo settles in.
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Here's a great sounding and very playable chart on this familiar jazz standard that features the drummer on brushes and tasty figures from the full ensemble. Perfect for either festivals or casual occasions.
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Penned by Bobby Timmons and recorded by a number of jazz artists over the years, Dat Dere is a great example of “soul jazz” of the early '60s. This arrangement for small band features alto sax and trumpet on the head, a section for open solos, and a short ensemble shout at the end.
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Sure to be recognized from its use in commercials and pop culture, this uptempo mambo will quickly become one of your band's favorites. The often-neglected trombone section gets the spotlight throughout! Also features is an open solo section and layers of Latin excitement!
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Grade 3. Includes: Baby, Won't You Please Come Home • Muskrat Ramble • When My Sugar Walks down the Street • Who's Sorry Now. Audio now available online for streaming or download.
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Christmas music was never meant to be boring! Paul's infectious Latin style on this familiar classic will be the highlight of your holiday concert!
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Composed by Latin master Tito Puente and made famous by Santana, this is one of the most popular Latin tunes ever written. Here's an oustanding arrangement for jazz ensemble featuring sizzling ensemble writing and solo space for trombone, tenor and trumpet. All Latin percussion parts are carefully notated for an authentic sound.
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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 #32 includes: Footprints • Infant Eyes • Speak No Evil • Yes or No. You can hear and download the recordings by clicking the Closer Look icon.
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From the movie musical that rocked the entertainment world, here is an exciting medley that includes the show stoppers “And All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” and “Roxie.” Great entertainment with a tip of the hat to the styles of early jazz.
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Recorded by Michael Jackson back in the 1980s, this highly infectious tune has one of pop music's funkiest bass lines plus an all-around great groove. (Grade 4)
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Sly & the Family Stone became a household name in the late '60s, and this up-tempo rock tune typifies this group's energetic and funky style. This one will be a blast for your students to play and a “blast from the past” for their parents to hear!
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Here is a beautiful arrangement of Charles Mingus' signature ballad, featuring altos and trumpets playing the melody off the top, then later joined by the entire ensemble. Sample written solos are provided for the short solo or soli spots for trumpet and trombone. A jazz classic!
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From jazz great Freddie Hubbard, here is one of his most famous tunes in a solidly written chart by Mark Taylor. With a funky rock feel and well-known riffs, your band will enjoy performing this one time and again. This also works great for soloists.
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Recorded by Blue Swede in 1974, this familiar hit was featured prominently in the blockbuster movie Guardians of the Galaxy as a part of the film's “Awesome Mix.” Instantly recognizable with the “ooga chaka” jungle chant, the popularity of this tune is now reaching a new generation.
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Includes: Basin Street Blues • Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home • Tin Roof Blues • Wolverine Blues.
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Includes: High Society • Livery Stable Blues (Barnyard Blues) • Maple Leaf Rag • Sugar Foot Stomp.
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This '60s hit by Ben E. King has become a rock classic and has been featured in several motion pictures. With the instantly recognizable groove and infectious melody, this one works great for jazz ensemble. Includes short written or ad lib solos for Alto and Tenor.
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The world mourns the loss of one of its most genuinely kind souls with the passing of Mister Rogers. Fellow Pittsburgh “neighbor” Mike Tomaro pays tribute to this most famous of musical themes in this laid back samba setting. Sophisticated and hip, solos are included for tenor and trombone.
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