Intermediate Jazz Ensemble

Written for the wonderful saxophonist Chris Vadala, arranger Kris Berg has fashioned a contemporary sounding chart in D minor that moves from a loose, open swing to a straight-ahead swing groove. Terr...

This is definitely not your grandmother's rhythm changes! Leave it to the creative master, Steve Wiest, to come up with a totally fresh (and somewhat zany) take on the familiar rhythm changes form. Th...

Inspired by a trip through the mountains of Austria, "Vantage Point" is a breathtaking excursion in 3/4 with excellent lines and brilliant harmony. The beautifully shaped melody is first presented by...

We are pleased to welcome young composer Christopher Artau to the Excelcia jazz catalog. This is a great latin-rock chart ideal for festivals. Plenty of tight ensemble work and a dazzling Guitar lead...

Composer Kris Berg has knocked one out of the park with this sleek and contemporary new festival chart. From the first rhythmic punctuation to the final dramatic chord this piece just sparkles with en...

This is the real deal! An authentic Brazilian Samba from respected educator and composer Michele Fernández. The rhythm section parts are completely and carefully notated and the articulations and spec...

The Florida Bandmasters Association commissioned this chart for the 2023 All-State Jazz ensemble. This is an authentically-written Salsa that truly fits its title, beginning with a poignant, written p...

Check out this hot swinger from John Dilkey. It moves tastefully, several times, between a heavy shuffle beat and a straight-ahead swing tempo. A pulsating triplet feel drives this one all the way. Jo...

Check out this hot swinger from John Dilkey. It moves tastefully, several times, between a heavy shuffle beat and a straight-ahead swing tempo. A pulsating triplet feel drives this one all the way. Jo...

Check out this hot swinger from John Dilkey. It moves tastefully, several times, between a heavy shuffle beat and a straight-ahead swing tempo. A pulsating triplet feel drives this one all the way. Jo...

Hot-hot-hot may be the best way to describe Ken's new arrangement of this old jazz classic. Written in a driving three, the piece starts off with bass alone and gradually adds the rest of the band. A...

Many people are familiar with this tune, made famous by George Benson. Frank Mantooth has arranged this compelling version with several harmonic deviations from the original. An excellent ballad to ch...

Inspired by the great Latin-jazz charts of the past, Madrid offers a new chapter in this great big band tradition. No section is spared as all instruments of the ensemble are featured at different tim...

Instruments: 1 Bb Trumpet 1 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 2 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 3 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 4 (1 Part) 1 Trombone 1 (1 Part) 1 Trombone 2 (1 Part) 1 Trombone 3 (1 Part) 1 Bass Trombone (1 Part)...

A piece with a soprano saxophone chorus and a fluegelhorn chorus. - Instruments: 1 Bb Trumpet 1 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 2 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 3 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 4 (1 Part) 1 Trombone 1 (1 Part) 1...

A piece that puts into relief the 4 trumpetists and that includes as well a tenor saxophone chorus. - Instruments: 1 Bb Trumpet 1 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 2 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet 3 (1 Part) 1 Bb Trumpet...

Having written this for her son in 1998, composer Michele Fernández brings us this highly emotional and rewarding work for jazz ensemble. The nostalgic opening solo section (which is optional) leads t...

This sophisticated and enduring jazz standard was composed by Earl Zindars, and most notably recorded by pianist Bill Evans. Mike Tomaro's well-crafted chart for big band retains the medium swing styl...