Intermediate Jazz Ensemble

One of the best-known standards from the Basie era, Frank Foster's medium swing tune adapts beautifully in the Little Big Band format. And Mike Tomaro adds a few twists of his own in this appealing ch...

In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor, this medium uptempo jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly in this 6-horn format. Carefully using the combination of saxes and brass to full advantage, thi...

Recorded during the pinnacle of Miles Davis' career, Seven Steps to Heaven has become a jazz standard and one of Miles' best-known tunes. Keeping the uptempo swing style of the original, this chart so...

Maybe not as well-known as some other famous Ellington standards, yet What Am I Here For? is an engaging and tuneful composition that certainly deserves more notice. Arranged in a medium swing style,...

With an aura of mystery and a sneaky medium swing style, this original from the pen of Michael Mossman features skilled and effective writing for the entire ensemble. The trumpet section is featured a...

Using tenor and baritone saxes to do the heavy lifting, here is a fun chart on this Sonny Rollins classic. Mark also uses clever ensemble interludes and a shout chorus to round out this swingin' arran...

Nobody could swing like the Duke! Here is his medium swing standard In a Mellow Tone skillfully arranged for the six-horn format that also includes solos for trumpet and alto sax. The shout chorus is...

In this medium swing setting for little big band, Rick Stitzel divides the ensemble between upper and lower voices as they trade phrases back and forth. This helps create the effect of a much larger e...

We all have our iPhones, iPads, and iPods, and now thanks to Mark Taylor we have iBop! This medium tempo swing tune is 'bop-ish' in attitude and features a catchy riff-based melody stated first by the...

Mark Taylor uses a mix of small group playing contrasted with full ensemble passages in this early composition from jazz master Wayne Shorter. After a solo section featuring alto sax then trombone, a...

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 60's. This arrangement for small band features alto sax and trump...

Here's one of the iconic tunes from Duke Ellington in a swingin' chart scored for the little big band format. Mark really gets the most out of just the six horn parts in this great sounding chart! Sol...

This iconic hit from the Eagles is one that has stood the test of time and remains as popular today as when it was first released in 1979. Similar in style to the recording by Michael Bublé (on Crazy...

Made popular by Ray Charles, but recorded by countless artists through the years, Hoagy Carmichael's beloved classic is instantly recognizable. This arrangement features a slow and bluesy swing style...

Made popular by Ray Charles, but recorded by countless artists through the years, Hoagy Carmichael's beloved classic is instantly recognizable. This arrangement features a slow and bluesy swing style...

Wes Montgomery's jazz standard is arranged here featuring both the straight-ahead swing style of the original as well as an updated samba version inspired by a recording by John Scofield and John Aber...

Dedicated to Henry Mancini, this clever original in a characteristic medium swing style features a number of Hankisms embedded throughout. Flutes are optional but can really add a nice touch if you ha...

Featuring a charming swing style and a catchy riff-based melody, this well-crafted chart spins its way through every section of the band. In the solo section, written samples are provided for tenor, t...

Using a sensuously slow Basie style, Mark has crafted a distinctive setting of this Gershwin standard that features the entire ensemble. Lush brass scoring on the 'A' theme is contrasted with the saxe...

As recorded by Peggy Lee, Joe Williams, Count Basie and many others, this popular standard breathes new life under the masterful pen of Sammy Nestico. A flexible solo section allows for any combinatio...

Bring the incomparable glamour of the swing era directly to your stage! With "Fly Me To The Moon", you present one of the most timeless and beloved jazz classics of all time. Immortalized by legends l...

Soar among the stars with one of the most unforgettable jazz standards of all time! "Fly Me To The Moon," made world-famous by icons such as Frank Sinatra and Count Basie, radiates pure elegance, time...

Roger's medium swing setting of this Jerome Kern favorite will be a joy to perform. Great ensemble writing and a powerhouse ending help make this one a must.

Bring pure jazz groove and infectious energy to the stage with the legendary classic "Groove Merchant"! This first-class arrangement in a laid-back "Medium Shuffle" tempo showcases any big band at its...

Bring pure emotion and deep blues to the stage with "God Bless The Child," masterfully arranged by Sammy Nestico and published by Hal Leonard. This timeless jazz standard provides the perfect opportun...