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This collection of 16 well-known works from the classical repertoire for trombone quartet are presented here for grade 3-5 groups. This collection was specifically arranged to allow for flexible low b...

Known for his exceptionally rich tone and power, this jazz-flavored showcase for players with a working range to B5 is dedicated to the memory of the great Conrad Gozzo. Available in SmartMusic

Featuring the complete lead trumpet parts for 9 Nestico charts recorded by Count Basie on the classic Basie-Straight Ahead album, this book is a great primer for developing students of jazz.

As the titles of individual selections suggest, this creative set of duets covers a wide range of styles and moods, from beautifully lyrical to relentlessly rhythmic and everything in between. Written...

Featuring an array of 15 classics for grade 3-4 players, the music in these collections have been carefully chosen and edited to ensure that it is idiomatic for each pair of instruments. Therefore, on...

The goal of this book is to acquaint grade 3-4 players with various beats, solo suggestions and techniques which will enable them to excel in the jazz ensemble in a solo and chart-reading capacity. St...

For proficient percussionists only, this colorful opus calls for bongos (2), toms (3), cymbals (2) and bass drum.

This set of ten contest-worthy selections features a good variety of musical styles including Latin, classical waltz, jazz march, polka, rock, classical, rock & country, jazz, flamenco, and rudimental...

Requiring no improvisation, these creative originals in a variety of jazz styles encourage players to focus on good ensemble blend, balance and phrasing. Paying careful attention to articulations and...

As the title suggests, the pieces are short and manageable, giving the grade 3-4 player a taste of different styles and a perfect introduction to playing jazz. From swing, blues and rock, to ballad an...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...

Featuring complete lead parts for 8 classics recorded by the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra on their Consummation album, this music covers a wide range of styles -- ballad, bossa nova, funky rock, fun...

Requiring no improvisation, these creative originals in a variety of jazz styles encourage players to focus on good ensemble blend, balance and phrasing. Paying careful attention to articulations and...

Scored in swingin' 12/8 time, this version of the ever-popular Mancini movie theme features some great special effects -- finger snapping, playing a hi-hat cymbal pattern through a mouthpiece only, ja...

Marked groovy misterioso, this clever arrangement opens with finger snaps before the famous Mancini movie theme begins. An optional 8-bar improvisation section is included (written notes also provided...

In this setting of the Beatles hit, the familiar song moves through a series of appealing styles -- Dixieland, subito half-time, presto 2-feel -- for added depth and dimension. While all parts are imp...

Recorded in 1967 by Count Basie & His Orchestra on the album Basie Straight Ahead, this beautiful tune featuring alto sax includes written solo lines for players lacking improvisation confidence or ex...

Designed to give young instrumentalists a chance to play music in a variety of jazz and popular styles -- calypso, gospel rock, swing, ballad, funk, bossa -- each piece includes chord symbols and spec...

Trumpet players will enjoy playing this collection of 30 classical duets. Written at the grade 4-6 level, selections are included by J.S. Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Bizet, Dvo...

Another hit from the Basie Straight Ahead album is this driving swinger in F minor. This chart gives the band a great chance to really play soft and make a huge build over an entire phrase to a fortis...

The quintessential recording of this chart was captured on the 1968 album called Basie Straight Ahead. Unlike many of Sammy's charts for Basie, this one starts with the Saxes and rhythm section instea...

Composed for the 2012 Jazz Cruise™ to feature New York bass trombonist Jennifer Wharton, this swing chart for proficient groups showcases a valuable, yet often overlooked member of the big band. The m...

This collection of 18 audition/performance etudes based on the chord progressions to popular jazz standards, blues, and rhythm changes. The collection was designed for honors jazz band auditions, solo...

Take an exhilarating journey through the Baroque period and some of it's greatest hits with this collection of Baroque classics! The ten baroque favourites have been given a modern twist and have been...

Requiring no improvisation, these creative originals in a variety of jazz styles encourage players to focus on good ensemble blend, balance and phrasing. Paying careful attention to articulations and...