Intermediate Sheet Music for Jazz Ensemble and Big Band

Celebrate the musical legacy of the legendary Marvin Hamlisch with this soulful and masterful big band setting of his timeless classic, "The Way We Were." Arranged in a sophisticated moderate Latin gr...

Paul Jennings' masterful arrangement from 1982 sounds as fresh today as it did 20 years ago. The authentic sounds of Chick Corea's classic are faithfully captured and this new edition is notated in cu...

Whoa! A super high-energy Latin samba arranged by Eric Richards that is the perfect opener or closer for any performance. Solo opportunity for tenor sax, bari sax, 2nd trombone and drums. This is a po...

The unmistakable style of Neal Hefti is apparent in this popular swing standard. Mark's well-paced chart starts with the full ensemble playing soft. After an Alto Sax solo, it builds to a full-blown s...

This very special and historic publication is an exact transcription of the 1941 version recorded by Duke Ellington. David Berger's expertise is evident in the completely voiced out rhythm parts and w...

Bass 'bone players can count on one hand the good charts available for their instrument. Well, here is one of the best, arranged by Dave Wolpe. A medium-swing feel, this showcase will bring the best o...

Here's Glenn Miller's super hit authentically transcribed and re-created by Jeff Hest! This one is a must-do chart to teach the distinctive Glenn Miller sound and style. Its unique arrangement can be...

More Duke Ellington magic! This chart sells itself... the vocal group is just the frosting on the cake. The voice leadings are good and the band cooks along well. Look at this one!

Moonlight Serenade

Set in a laidback swing groove, this chart features a sax chorus, some driving ensemble sections, and solos for trombone, tenor sax, trumpet and piano (suggested solos provided for all). Sammy says th...

From the 'Basie-Straight Ahead' recording of 1968 featuring the legendary Count Basie, Harold Jones, Grover Mitchell, Marshall Royal and Freddie Green, highlights here include a recurring alto/trumpet...

Bring authentic swing groove to the stage with "The Queen Bee", published by Kendor Music! This outstanding big band arrangement in a laid-back medium swing tempo is built upon a captivating blues pro...

For the first time ever, here is an authentic version. In the Mood? Surely everyone has this in their library we hear you cry. This tune is one of the most requested songs for bands to play, yet the s...

American Patrol? - but everybody's got that in their library. Well, yes and no. There are many bands using a 'stock' dance band arrangement originally written for 5 saxes and 5 brass, and possibly the...

Transcribed from her 'Unforgettable' album, here is Natalie Cole's stylish rendition of the Rodgers and Hart tune, This Can't Be Love. This chart swings like crazy from start to finish and moves smoot...

Bring pure swing nostalgia and emotional depth to your stage with “Mr. Bojangles”, published by Powerhouse Orchestrations! This timeless classic, famously performed by legends like Sammy Davis Jr., ex...

As recorded on the brilliant CD The Legend by the Count Basie Orchestra, this medium swing piece features solos for trumpet, trombone, piano and bass. It is set at a moderate tempo and is one of Benny...

Bring magical holiday warmth and a touch of sweet nostalgia to your stage: "Christmas Time Is Here," the touching and world-famous ballad from the beloved classic "A Charlie Brown Christmas," is unden...

The Andrews Sisters produced a huge number of hits, and Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy is one of their finest. Alan Glasscock has scored a cracking version here, and has notated the Vocal Trio parts with exc...

Bring pure swing and infectious energy to the stage with the legendary classic "Relax Max"! Made famous by the incomparable Dinah Washington and recognized worldwide from popular TV commercials, this...

Here's a playable yet very effective arrangement of this signature Mingus composition. The familiar bari sax riff is handled by three saxes, and there is also a substantial soli for the entire sax sec...

Here's an energetic big band treatment of one of jazz legend Charlie Parker's best-known tunes. John Wasson's powerful chart features an interplay between the sax and brass sections, along with solos...

Bring cinematic suspense to the stage! Aside from "Take Five," the legendary theme from "Mission: Impossible" is undoubtedly the most famous piece in 5/4 time ever written. This first-class big band c...

This new hit from Phil Collins was written for the latest animated feature from Walt Disney, Tarzan. Sure to be a hit with all the ages, this memorable tune makes a beautiful ballad setting for jazz e...

Recorded by Steven Tyler (of Aerosmith fame) for the movie The Polar Express, here is a lively jump swing tune that is clearly over the top! The tempo is frantic, and the brass licks are blistering. S...