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This chart for developing groups combines old school funk and modal rock, along with a bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scal...

This engaging rock ballad featuring a trumpet soloist (scored for 5 trumpets) boasts a beautiful melody backed by lush ensemble writing. It includes a written or ad lib section for the soloist, a guit...

This engaging rock ballad featuring a trumpet soloist (scored for 5 trumpets) boasts a beautiful melody backed by lush ensemble writing. It includes a written or ad lib section for the soloist, a guit...

Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (cabasa or maracas, claves...

Here's a great Latin-rock original for developing groups with written or ad lib solos for trumpet and alto or tenor sax. Rehearsal suggestions include a detailed note-grouping analysis that will help...

Instrumentation: for 5 saxes, 6 brass and rhythm section (playable by 3 saxes, 3 trumpets, trombone, piano, bass & drums) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba, percussion (tambourine, wood block) &...

This chart for developing groups is an even-8th-note moderate rock chart with an on-the-beat feel in the melody. Written or ad lib solos are offered for sax, trumpet and trombone, and a detailed note-...

Reminiscent of the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan songs of the 1980's, this tuneful, fun-to-play adventure for developing groups features a variety of common rock figures and written or ad lib solos f...

This tuneful funk/rock chart for developing groups starts off with a bang and doesn't let up. Set in a half-time feel, the initial bluesy melody is contrasted by a riff at the bridge and additional co...

This tuneful funk/rock chart for developing groups starts off with a bang and doesn't let up. Set in a half-time feel, the initial bluesy melody is contrasted by a riff at the bridge and additional co...

This rock original utilizing a variety of rhythmic figures and a groove that is reminiscent of the popular Michael MacDonald and Doobie Brothers tunes of the 1980's. The solo section includes written...

This rock original utilizing a variety of rhythmic figures and a groove that is reminiscent of the popular Michael MacDonald and Doobie Brothers tunes of the 1980's. The solo section includes written...

This fun Latin rock groove makes this chart for developing groups an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones. The solo section lies well for any instrument, a...

This fun Latin rock groove makes this chart for developing groups an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones. The solo section lies well for any instrument, a...

This fun Latin rock groove makes this chart for developing groups an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones. The solo section lies well for any instrument, a...

A beautiful, lush ballad by Greg Yasintsky.

A beautiful, lush ballad from Greg Yasinitsky.

Recorded by Count Basie on the album Have A Nice Day (Daybreak Records), this expressive ballad is a study in subtle ensemble textures and colors, with muted brass, delicate piano fills, and a directe...

Performed by the great Count Basie Orchestra, this gentle swing ballad starring piano in the solo role features big, dramatic climax just past the midpoint that will be the highpoint of any concert pr...

In its original version, this contemporary ballad featured alto sax soloist -- here tenor sax is the star -- but the rich harmonic character and lyrical qualities of the professional version have been...

As recorded by the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra on their Consummation album (Blue Note), this tender ballad in 3/4 time draws its strength and power from the purity of a simple melody line and...

In its original version, this contemporary ballad featured alto sax soloist -- here tenor sax is the star -- but the rich harmonic character and lyrical qualities of the professional version have been...

This innovative Yasinitsky original showcases trombone soloist throughout. The prevailing ballad style switches to double time swing during the main solo chorus for a refreshing change of pace, and ha...

This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. A double-time section is included along with a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and...

This beautiful ballad for developing groups features alto saxophone with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. A double-time section is included along with a solidly scored ensemble chorus, and...