Sheet Music Downloads by Doug Beach

This bossa nova original is a tip of the hat to jazz legend Horace Silver. Based on the chord progression to one of Silver's most famous compositions, Song For My Father, this accessible chart provide...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make this a perfect vehicle...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this exciting Latin original features a strong melody, open solo space for all (written or ad lib), and plenty of full ensemble work.

Written at the medium-easy level, this latest installment in the well-know "Chili Pepper" series promises to be the most popular ever. A driving Latin groove, sax soli, plenty of full ensemble writing...

The rubato introduction is the calm before the storm before this chart breaks into a burning samba groove. Crisp ensemble work keeps the excitement level high throughout, and written or ad lib solos f...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this Latin scorcher bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody, samba groove, and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal program ope...

Commissioned by the Sioux Falls (SD) Middle School All City Jazz Band and the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, this chart combines two of the most important styles in jazz -- Latin and swing. Solid...

Doug Beach has given us many great Latin charts over the years, and this one is no exception. Fashioned after the music of Horace Silver, this driving Latin tune features a wonderful combination of me...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2016 All State Jazz Ensemble, this chart provides a wealth of teaching opportunities. The combination of a swingin...

Commissioned by Morton High School in Morton, Illinois, this down-home blues with a strong melody and an infectious groove is a winning choice for any program. And, there is a wealth of ensemble work...

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. And the approachable blues changes in F concert make...

Great scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation and the ensemble writi...

Bring It On is a straight-ahead swinger that burns from the opening notes to the final chord. With a strong melody, a sizzling unison ensemble line and lots of full ensemble, this one will have the au...

Great scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation and the ensemble writi...

From the opening notes to the final chord "Luck of the Draw" bristles with energy and excitement. The hard charging swing groove provides the perfect setting for the rhythmic melodic line. With plenty...

Who doesn't love fresh cut fries? And who doesn't love an easy to play blues chart with an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn?...

Learning music in the style of the great Count Basie Band is an essential experience for any jazz musician. This swing original features many of the components that we so often hear in the Count's mus...

Teaching opportunities abound in this straight-ahead swing chart at the very easy level. Solid swing figures, blues based changes and plenty of full ensemble work all combine to create a piece that ev...

In the style of the great Count Basie, this chart is full of terrific teaching opportunities. Simple but effective ensemble writing, blues-based changes, and a swinging groove make it a winner. Writte...

Featuring any melodic instrument in the solo role, this very easy swing chart that pairs an infectious melody with gospel-flavored harmonies will be the highlight of any concert program. Scored for 5...

Any member of your group can be featured in this medium swing chart from Doug Beach and George Shutack; solo parts with written lines and chord changes are provided for any instrument. The title is in...

Since its inception, the Jazz Foundations Series has provided great music that can be played with virtually any combination of 4 horns and rhythm up to a full big band. Featuring great ensemble work a...

It is essential that beginning jazz players gain an understanding of the swing idiom. This very easy original provides rich opportunities for teaching fundamental swing figures and also includes a spo...

This very easy swing original serves as the perfect introduction for developing jazz players to the all-important blues form since the melody features just five notes! Using those same notes as the ba...

In this swinging celebration of the great call-and-response tradition, the featured soloist (any instrument) makes a statement and the ensemble answers. Later they switch roles, making this very easy...