Inspired by the version recorded by Bobby McFerrin, Mike Tomaro breathes exciting new life into this Mancini favorite. Combining a unique 'shuffle funk' groove with creative orchestrations and the sig...
Although a pop songwriter/singer by trade, Sting is anything but ordinary. His diverse and unique style draws from jazz as much as pop and this infectious tune is a tribute to his creativity. Mike's s...
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.
From the blockbuster Titanic and recorded by Celine Dion, this award-winning song will be the highlight of any concert. Beautifully scored for vocal solo in a very comfortable range.
Perhaps one of the Beatles' lesser known tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative and memorable. Mike Tomaro's smooth setting uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba section to...
Here is the signature tune from the definitive funk band, Tower of Power. Scored for just 6 horns, this dynamic and authentic chart offers your band a challenge that is worth the extra effort.
Written by bebop composer Tadd Dameron as a tribute to jazz vocalist Billie Holiday, this jazz standard belongs in every jazz musician's repertoire. With a short 16-bar form, this tune is a great intr...
Mike Tomaro makes sure that every section gets into the act in this uplifting arrangement of the megahit by Pharrell Williams. The 'breakdown' section features clapping by the band members while the t...
Everyone knows this Henry Mancini favorite, but not like this! Mike Tomaro has gleefully twisted the well-known melody into a New Orleans style 'second line' groove for jazz ensemble! The signature ba...
Wayne Shorter's hypnotic minor blues (recorded by Miles Davis) has become a true jazz classic and required literature for the jazz musician. Arranged here using an medium, straight 8th-note groove, th...
Aretha Franklin's unique version of this Beatles classic can be heard as the theme song for the popular TV series, 'Grace Under Fire. ' In that same vein, this chart really cooks with a mediun tempo f...
Mike Tomaro has taken this Beatles favorite and converted it into a unique setting for jazz ensemble. He kept the slow funky groove intact, but went a little nuts harmonically! Includes an optional gu...
One of the classic songs from Gershwin's Porgy and Bess! Stylistically based on the famous collaboration of Miles Davis and Gil Evans, this powerful arrangement by Mike Tomaro set in a medium swing st...
With an infectious rock groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, this medium level chart is sure to be a hit! The open solo section (written or ad lib) provides plenty of space for your soloists to s...
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.
A tribute to one of the greatest jazz trombonists ever, here is a beautiful arrangement of J.J. Johnson's Lament. Fittingly, the trombones are featured as a section for the first part of the arrangeme...
Few jazz ballads have been performed as consistently as this Thelonious Monk gem. Mike's version is a solo vehicle for alto sax and includes a double time feel that alternates with the traditional bal...
Mike Tomaro's tasteful rendering of this classic ballad from Alec Wilder features subtle reharmonizations and a lush orchestration. Includes solo space for trumpet and piano.
Composed in the 1940s, here is a magnificent rhapsodic treatment of this classic jazz ballad. Mike skillfully features all sections of the band in this lush and flowing arrangement.
Shorty Rogers was one of the primary creators of West Coast jazz, both as a composer and performer. Popo is a great example of a cool blues in a medium tempo, with solo space for any player.
Here is a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by Charlie Parker. The chart starts out in a funk style and then alternates with swing sections. Soloists have a chance to improvise in both styles.
A strong melody and solid rhythmic groove are the cornerstones of this brilliant original from Mike Tomaro. The alternating swing and shuffle styles in this blues-oriented chart command the attention...
Commissioned by Evanston Township High School, this burning medium advanced original will make a great program choice. An abundance of wonderful ensemble writing combines with a strong melodic line to...
A driving shuffle always lights up a program, and this one will definitely deliver the goods! Commissioned by the Inaugural Mountain Ridge Jazz Orchestra, it is similar in groove to the David Letterma...
Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for alto and trumpet are included along with the rhythmic...
