Here's the early classic by the rock group Chicago. The trademark bass line and driving melody will make this a sure hit with your students. Arranged for full jazz ensemble, playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, and rhythm. Includes other typical jazz ensemble parts for guitar, piano, other percussion, etc.

3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Wheeler)

Here is one of Billy Strayhorn's lesser-known ballads that is every bit as beautiful as some of his more popular compositions. Arranged by Mike Tomaro as a feature for alto sax, it contains a wealth of ensemble colors and an interesting harmonic structure. Sure to become a favorite. (Cherry Lane Music)

3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Fuller)

Here's a great blues chart written in a medium swing style perfect for inexperienced players. Includes sample written solos for trumpet and alto in addition to a short sax solo and solid ensemble writing. A guaranteed winner!

Professional Editions - Grade 5 More than just a showcase for your lead trumpet,this monster chart is a powerful statement for the entire ensemble. Opening with the quasi flamenco strains and followed by a melancholy trumpet solo,the first big ensemble hit is guaranteed to move the audience back a few rows! Great writing for all sections and especially the rhythm section.

Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Without losing the essence of this Dizzy Gillespie masterpiece,Mike has crafted a marvelous chart for young players using safe ranges and moderate rhythms. You'll still find the trademark alternating from Latin to swing,as well as written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.

One of the best jazz ballads ever written! A marvelous down tune skillfully adapted for young combos.

One of the prettiest ballads ever written. Roger's carefully crafted arrangement for younger groups is lushly scored for the full ensemble.

Professional Editions - Grade 5 In honor of our departed friend,here is a classic arrangement Frank wrote in 1994. It was commissioned by the USAF Airmen of Note and features bass trombone and flugel. Beautiful melodies and tender moments - just like Tooth.

Featuring the music of Mark Taylor and the drums of Steve Fidyk,this band is comprised of some of the top players in the Washington D.C. area. Their new CD is powerful,fresh,and honest...the playing is superlative and the writing is great. Mark Taylor and Steve Fidyk and company are indeed a perfect match. - Peter Erskine. Includes: The Gorillaman Blues,Lullaby of Birdland,Full Count,Chelsea Bridge,Brush Taps,Granada Smoothie,Boptitude Test,After You've Gone,Soft Skies,and Kansas City.

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 Perfect as a concert opener,this uptempo chart takes this standard tune through a variety of styles including samba,jazz waltz,funk,and half-time swing. Cleverly arranged by Mike Tomaro,this one is sure to turn some heads! Includes a solo for alto.

This recent pop hit from the Counting Crows was featured in the movie Shrek 2. With an energetic rock style and tuneful melody,this one works great for jazz ensemble.

2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Keezer)2 or 3 horns.

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Arranged by Paul Murtha for small ensembles. Conductor, 2 alto sax 1, 2 alto sax 2, 2 tenor sax, 2 bari sax, optional piano, bass and drums.
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Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 With an almost hypnotic 3/4 rhythmic pattern,here is an effective yet easy version of this standard made famous by John Coltrane. The saxes are featured on the first chorus then the brass get a chorus of their own. The simple solo section (using a single scale) makes this a great training piece for improvisation (sample solos are provided for all keys). A marvelously unique offering at the easy level!

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 Made famous by John Coltrane,but treated here in a more traditional Afro-Latin style,this is something a little different for jazz ensemble. As with all Mossman charts,the rhythm section is meticulously notated to insure the correct style. The 3/4 pattern throughout draws heavily on African influences and the melody is masterfully passed from section to section. A single pentatonic scale works for the solo section making this a wonderful vehicle for involving many soloists.