Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

Composer/arranger Carl Strommen has proven he has the right stuff to write for younger bands. This light and easy Latin original starts simply and builds. As it builds, you may recognize the chord pro...

Composer/arranger Carl Strommen has proven he has the right stuff to write for younger bands. This light and easy Latin original starts simply and builds. As it builds, you may recognize the chord pro...

Composer/arranger Carl Strommen has proven he has the right stuff to write for younger bands. This light and easy Latin original starts simply and builds. As it builds, you may recognize the chord pro...

Here's a great opportunity to discuss and teach balance, expression, phrasing, and dynamics to your very beginning jazz students. You can hear it for yourself in this superb chart by master arranger V...

Here's a great opportunity to discuss and teach balance, expression, phrasing, and dynamics to your very beginning jazz students. You can hear it for yourself in this superb chart by master arranger V...

Here's a great opportunity to discuss and teach balance, expression, phrasing, and dynamics to your very beginning jazz students. You can hear it for yourself in this superb chart by master arranger V...

This Latin-rock original by Ralph Ford has a distinct Santana flavor. With a fresh sounding melody that could easily be a pop hit, Ralph has scored this one to sound full - even with reduced instrumen...

This Latin-rock original by Ralph Ford has a distinct Santana flavor. With a fresh sounding melody that could easily be a pop hit, Ralph has scored this one to sound full - even with reduced instrumen...

This Latin-rock original by Ralph Ford has a distinct Santana flavor. With a fresh sounding melody that could easily be a pop hit, Ralph has scored this one to sound full - even with reduced instrumen...

Always a favorite of the jazz crowd the changes of this fantastic Keith Jarrett tunes are great to play over and the bright Latin feel will be a welcome change of pace on any concert or festival. Ther...

Always a favorite of the jazz crowd the changes of this fantastic Keith Jarrett tunes are great to play over and the bright Latin feel will be a welcome change of pace on any concert or festival. Ther...

Looking for just the right seasoning to spice up your next program? Cajun Chili Peppers is the perfect choice! A strong, happy Latin groove is the foundation of this very easy level chart. Beginning w...

A driving Latin calypso feel provides the foundation for this very easy chart. The catchy melody and solid voicings will make this a favorite of the band and a hit with the audience. Scored for 4 horn...

At last the origins of the elusive Chili Pepper are revealed in the Pepper's first foray into the Jazz Foundations Series! Set in a driving tempo (quarter note = 176), this exciting tune makes the Chi...

As with all chart in the Chili Pepper series, this one has an infectious Latin groove, rhythmic excitement and a strong melody. A definite winner on any program! Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section...

Mix the catchy Latin jazz groove made famous by Horace Silver with a strong melody, and you get a great change of pace chart at the very easy level. Written or ad lib solos for all are included. Durat...

Take a driving Latin-rock groove and add a strong, straightforward melody, and you have this winning change-of-pace chart for groups at the very easy level. Written or ad lib solos for all are include...

This cha cha for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to My Little Suede Shoes by Charlie Parker, and is a great chart to introduce the authentic Latin style! The solo section is written out...

Based on the chord changes to Flamingo, this medium tempo samba features easy-to-play rhythms, an open solo section, and plenty of unison melodies. Written for beginning groups, the open solo section...

This medium-fast bossa for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Blue Bossa by Kenny Dorham. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assi...

The perfect 'first chart', a light swinger that really grooves. A very basic swinger that sounds much harder than it is.

The creative use of the call-and-answer technique in this chart provides a great way to teach swing style and introduce improvisation which can be intimidating for young players. The basic chords used...

Are you ready for a toe-tapping blast from the past? Do you love the sounds of the great swing bands of the 40's? 'Swing, Band, Swing' for the 'Jazz Starters' series lets your young jazz group sound j...

Need an easy introduction to the swing style for your beginning jazz band? Look no further than 'Lock It In The Pocket!' Horns play slurred eight note lines and staccato quarter notes. Clearly written...

'After Dark' is an exceptional chart to introduce swing style from the very first rehearsal! This 'Jazz Starter' is expertly written well within the easy level, allowing your students to sound good qu...