Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

This classic swinger played around 126 BPM is a perfect fit for your young band. Trumpet 1 range is to written F-sharp top line, written-out solos indicated for alto 1, tenor 1, and optional trombone...

Here's a nice straight-ahead swing chart perfect for the grade 1 level. Suggested solos are written for trumpet 1, alto 1, and trombone 1. Rhythm-section parts are well-notated, and the trumpet 1 rang...

Here's a nice straight-ahead swing chart perfect for the grade 1 level. Suggested solos are written for trumpet 1, alto 1, and trombone 1. Rhythm-section parts are well-notated, and the trumpet 1 rang...

Paying tribute to the iconic Count Basie Orchestra, this very easy chart is written in the classic Neal Hefti style of "Li’l Darlin’" and "Pensive Mist". There is plenty of ensemble work and exception...

Paying tribute to the iconic Count Basie Orchestra, this very easy chart is written in the classic Neal Hefti style of "Li’l Darlin’" and "Pensive Mist". There is plenty of ensemble work and exception...

This even-eighth note based composition in C minor has a unique feel and flavor. The ensemble is featured throughout with all the sections of the band getting a turn in the spotlight. Be sure to liste...

This even-eighth note based composition in C minor has a unique feel and flavor. The ensemble is featured throughout with all the sections of the band getting a turn in the spotlight. Be sure to liste...

This very playable chart from respected composer, player and educator David Samuel is a bluesy, swinging excursion in G minor. Lots of tutti rhythms in the winds make this an excellent choice for a yo...

This very playable chart from respected composer, player and educator David Samuel is a bluesy, swinging excursion in G minor. Lots of tutti rhythms in the winds make this an excellent choice for a yo...

Long known for his compositions for advanced ensembles composer Steve Wiest has turned his creative genius an to an easier level to come up with music that is hip but is accessible to younger bands. S...

This is a great chart that combines a Chuck Mangione style for the first section with a Sonny Rollins island feel at the "B" section. This would be an excellent choice as a contrast tune for a concert...

The clever title says it all: this is a great introduction to B flat "rhythm" changes. Swinging throughout at a tempo of 132 every section of the band gets a chance to shine. There are three written s...

Known for his works for advanced bands, composer Steve Wiest turns his creative talents to an easier level for the third chart in his Smart Phone Series. We Need to Talk defines tight harmonic scoring...

The distinctive sound of a minor triad with a major seventh provides the foundation for this cool sounding new piece from Peter Sciaino that recalls the great TV theme songs from police and spy shows....

The components of this new chart from Kris Berg are usually only found in music at more advanced levels, but Kris has made these cool features reachable by younger bands. The intriguing solo section h...

The components of this new chart from Kris Berg are usually only found in music at more advanced levels, but Kris has made these cool features reachable by younger bands. The intriguing solo section h...

The full ensemble is highlighted throughout this very easy swing chart. Plenty of tutti rhythms in the winds and straight forward, beautifully written rhythm section parts will help this piece come to...

Restricted ranges make this a great learning piece and a very easy number to program. A standard 12-bar blues with no sidebars, written for the developing jazz ensemble. Very limited ranges make this...