Young Jazz Ensemble Series

The hit Billie Eilish song offers the perfect groove and will be an instant hit with your young jazz ensemble.

Recorded by The Association in 1967, this tune became one of the signature ballads of the decade. This nicely scored arrangement features a trombone solo, the trombone section, and also a solo for alt...

From Marvin Hamlisch's landmark musical A Chorus Line, here is the well-known ballad 'What I Did for Love' in a creative and appealing setting for young bands. Written in a medium slow Latin style, it...

This is an absolutely gorgeous tenor sax feature! The ensemble has plenty to do, too, in providing a lush, subtly swinging backdrop for the soloist. If you have a strong tenor player, this could be th...

Recorded by the J. Geils Band in 1982, this familiar rock classic features a driving shuffle style and plenty of rhythmic energy. Also included is solo space for alto sax and trumpet.

Featured on the TV series The Voice performed by Ray Boudreaux, this hit from the 1970s is typical of the infectious bluesy style of composer/singer Bill Withers. Here's a funky chart for young player...

Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features an appealing contemporary jazz/rock flare. Saxes tak...

Your students will love this very accessible, yet exciting Salsa twist on this timeless jazz standard. The rhythmic horn writing and expertly detailed rhythm section parts will enable your band to sou...

Conveying a sentiment that we can all relate to, this masterful and poignant Bossa Nova features a sensitive, fully notated piano solo, richly scored horns, and solo options for both the novice player...

Classic Basie-style medium swing fits this excellent chart. The suggested tempo is 118 BPM, and the lead trumpet range is to written G. Solos are provided for alto 1 and trumpet 1, and the usual optio...

A gorgeous even-eighth treatment of a poignant yet powerful melody you'll love. Trumpet 1 takes the written melody line, plus a few brief suggested solos for alto, trombone, tenor, and trumpet are pro...

A gorgeous even-eighth treatment of a poignant yet powerful melody you'll love. Trumpet 1 takes the written melody line, plus a few brief suggested solos for alto, trombone, tenor, and trumpet are pro...

Written in a soft Latin style, here is an attractive setting for solo flugelhorn on this Richard Rodgers favorite. The range is very comfortable for young players and all of the solo lines are written...

The music of Vince Guaraldi is always melodic and fresh sounding and you will probably recognize this from the TV Charlie Brown specials. Arranged here in a moderate samba style, the opening theme is...

This familiar standard has been around for years, and is creatively set here in a medium swing style by Paul Murtha. The trombone section is featured in the beginning and is followed by the trumpet se...

Made famous by Buster Poindexter, this perennial dance hit is loaded with Latin excitement and rhythmic drive. The trombones and saxes share the spotlight in this hot chart from Roger Holmes.

It's not very often that you see the name Mozart appears on a jazz chart! Mark Taylor cranks up the creative juices as he features a light samba groove on a familiar classical theme. Slipping into a s...

Of Stevie Wonder's many hits in the early '70s, this is one of his most distinctive and tuneful. Written in a light rock style, this excellent arrangement features soaring melodies and strong ensemble...

From the premier jump swing band in the land, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, here is their most requested tune. The tempo is bright swing, and the riffs are hot and sassy. Solos for alto and trumpet can be pla...

The genius of Cole Porter shines through in this familiar standard. Roger's medium tempo chart is a swinger that goes together easily. Great sounds!

Tenor sax and trumpet take the spotlight on this familiar standard arranged here in a medium swing style. The interaction with the full band is marvelous, and after the solo section a roaring sax soli...

What a tasty-sounding swing original by Rick Stitzel! This minor blues features a catchy melody, solid ensemble writing, and a perfect solo setting for just about any player. Works great for festivals...

Here's an arrangement by John Higgins which makes this jazz classic accessible to most ensembles. Intriguing chord voicings and strong thematic construction make this chart a sure winner.

Creative use of unisons will give young groups added confidence, and the polished ensemble writing adds just the right contrasts in this Basie-style masterpiece.

This sultry laid back swing tune was made famous by Peggy Lee, and in the hands of Sammy Nestico you just know you are in for something special. Great writing for young groups.