Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

Milt Jackson recorded this classic jazz standard in 1971 with Oscar Peterson on an album by the same name, but over the years it been recorded by countless jazz artists. Set in a moderate straight 8th...

Here's the sultry jazz hit made famous by Peggy Lee in an outstanding setting for beginning bands. This bluesy chart in a medium tempo is sure to be an enjoyable one for young players.

Few purely instrumental tunes ever reach the level of popularity achieved by this familiar '60s hit by Booker T. and the MG's. Often used in TV and film, this infectious tune has a bluesy groove that'...

First released in 1992, this excellent blues original has stood the test of time. Perfect for teaching style and introducing the blues scale as a basis for improvisation.

A greasy swingin' blues with a very catchy riff! This great tune was composed by Neal Hefti and arranged by Roy Phillippe. Solos are written out for piano, trumpet and tenor sax. The lead trumpet play...

A swingin' blues but with a fun twist, 13-bar blues! Play it around 172 BPM with suggested solos written for tenor 1, trumpet 1, trombone 1, and some brief drumset fills. Trumpet 1 range is to written...

Here is the perfect combination of a strong melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in B flat concert make...

Here is the perfect combination of a strong melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in B flat concert make...

Here is the perfect combination of a strong melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in B flat concert make...

Here is the perfect combination of a strong melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in B flat concert make...

Here is the perfect combination of a strong melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in B flat concert make...

Straight ahead big band blues at its best! The chart will work at a variety of tempos and it features a cool soft ensemble section before the solos. There is a chorus of Saxophone soli before the spar...

Christina Huss has brought us a fun new chart to introduce students to the classic 12-bar blues in F. Developing Jazz musicians will find great joy in learning to play the Blues through this accessibl...

Christina Huss has brought us a fun new chart to introduce students to the classic 12-bar blues in F. Developing Jazz musicians will find great joy in learning to play the Blues through this accessibl...

Christina Huss has brought us a fun new chart to introduce students to the classic 12-bar blues in F. Developing Jazz musicians will find great joy in learning to play the Blues through this accessibl...

Christina Huss has brought us a fun new chart to introduce students to the classic 12-bar blues in F. Developing Jazz musicians will find great joy in learning to play the Blues through this accessibl...

Christina Huss has brought us a fun new chart to introduce students to the classic 12-bar blues in F. Developing Jazz musicians will find great joy in learning to play the Blues through this accessibl...

This swingin' Blues chart is going to have your Jazz Ensemble coming in hot! Flexible, catchy, and just a lot of fun for everyone listening or playing!

This swingin' Blues chart is going to have your Jazz Ensemble coming in hot! Flexible, catchy, and just a lot of fun for everyone listening or playing!

This swingin' Blues chart is going to have your Jazz Ensemble coming in hot! Flexible, catchy, and just a lot of fun for everyone listening or playing!

This swingin' Blues chart is going to have your Jazz Ensemble coming in hot! Flexible, catchy, and just a lot of fun for everyone listening or playing!

This swingin' Blues chart is going to have your Jazz Ensemble coming in hot! Flexible, catchy, and just a lot of fun for everyone listening or playing!

The minor blues is an essential song form in the jazz language. This swing chart written at the very easy level provides the perfect vehicle to introduce this important form to developing players. Fea...

This funky original from Michael Sweeney is very effective for beginning groups and one that is fun to play. Includes short 4-measure feature spots for each section including drums. Also features a wr...

This chart is easy to rehearse and play, and is definitely funky! The tempo is around 136 BPM, with written solos for alto sax and trombone and easy brass ranges. Optional parts include flute, clarine...