Advanced Jazz Ensemble

The laid-back style of David Benoit is apparent in this Jobim-esque composition from his 2006 CD “Full Circle.” Mark's version features smooth harmonies and flowing lines in an excellent a...

The laid-back style of David Benoit is apparent in this Jobim-esque composition from his 2006 CD 'Full Circle'. Mark's version features smooth harmonies and flowing lines in an excellent adaptation fo...

Bring authentic swing and timeless jazz brilliance to the stage with the legendary classic "Things Ain't What They Used To Be"! Published by Exklusiv-Noten, this arrangement perfectly captures the unm...

This Cole Porter tune has become a jazz standard because of a great melody and great changes. Now we have a superb big band chart that really cooks! Hooper does not demand a lot of high notes, but the...

This arrangement of a great Peter Erskine tune is a real tour de force for the entire ensemble, and always brings the audience to its feet. It features solo space for trombone, soprano sax, piano (or...

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...

From the Disney movie Lion King, Gordon Goodwin has crafted a jazz shuffle that goes and then goes even more. A showcase for alto and trumpet with a unison melody line and solo space for each player....

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...

Bring unparalleled energy and an infectious groove to the stage with "Some Skunk Funk"! This legendary jazz-funk classic by the Brecker Brothers is an absolute highlight for any ambitious jazz ensembl...

Good old cousin Jeff must have been some funky relative! This Les Hooper original features a moderate tempo and attitude-driven funky 2-beat as it churns through a piano opening, sax melody and brass...

As recorded by Buddy Rich on the album of the same name, this 'fat-back' rock classic begins with a repeated vamp featuring solo guitar and/or piano before a horn trio -- alto, tenor, trumpet -- paves...

Professional Editions - Grade 5 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...

John Clayton penned this gorgeous ballad treatment for the great Joe Williams. With exquisite reharmonizations and carefully crafted accompaniment figures, the mood starts out mellow then arcs beautif...

A high energy Latin pop groove, this one moves along at a pretty good clip - around 240 BPM. It features a soprano sax lead instead of alto 1 and solo space for all saxes, trumpet 4, and trombones 1 a...

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...

If you are looking for a great hard driving vocal number for a concert or dance gig, then this is it!. Cy Payne has carefully transcribed the Michael Bublé version from the album 'Crazy Love'. This ti...

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance and distinctive charm of the jazz era with "Duke Ellington's Sound Of Love." This emotional masterpiece perfectly captures the warmth, sophistication, and sou...

This is probably Charles Mingus' best-known composition. Sy Johnson's updated chart is the authentic version as performed by the Mingus Big Band on the CD Blues and Politics.

From the Mingus Big Band CD Live In Time, this is one of the most creative charts in the band's book. Don't be fooled by the apparent normal sounds at the beginning, as this multi-styled production nu...

Grades 4-6. (Nestico)

A luscious alto sax ballad at 74 BPM. A lyrical vehicle with rich harmony and textures, soaring ensemble figures, and a soli with saxes (alto 2 opt flute), trumpet 2, guitar, and piano. A brilliant ch...