SKU: A0.734600

Java is an instrumental adaptation from a 1958 LP of piano compositions, The Wild Sounds of New Orleans, by Toussaint, also known as New Orleans producer/songwriter Allen Toussaint. As was the case of the rest of Toussaint's LP, Java was composed at the studio, primarily by Toussaint.

The first charting version was done by Floyd Cramer in 1962. His version fell just short of the U.S. Top 40.

In 1963, trumpet player Al Hirt recorded the instrumental, and the track was the first single from his album Honey in the Horn. It was Hirt's first and biggest hit on the US pop charts, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 on February 29, 1964 and spending four weeks at number one on the easy listening chart in early 1964. The song was also featured on his greatest hits album, The Best of Al Hirt. Hirt released a live version on his 1965 album, Live at Carnegie Hall. He also recorded the song with Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops for the RCA Red Seal album Pops Goes the Trumpet (Holiday for Brass) in 1964.

Hirt's recording won the Grammy Award for Best Performance by an Orchestra or Instrumentalist with Orchestra in 1964.

This jazz ensemble / big band arrangement features your lead trumpet player with medium to easy background support from the rest of the band. Optional parts for this arrangement are: 2nd Tenor Sax., 4th Trumpet, 4th Trombone and Guitar.

Performance Time: approx. 2:05

SKU: A0.1291762

12 Piece Band Arrangement of the Amy Winehouse version of Valerie.

Ideal for wedding bands, showbands, small groups and corporate gigs.

Upbeat motown arrangement, great for building up parties and a great singalong.

Composed by: By Boyan Chowdhury, Russell Pritchard, David Mccabe, Abigail Harding, Sean Payne
Arranged by: Mike Maneechote
Instrumentation: 
Vocals
Alto Sax
Tenor Sax
Baritone Sax
Two Trumpets
Trombone
Guitar
Bass
Drum Set

Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request.

Contact me by email: mmaneechote@gmail.com.

SKU: A0.1186222

The popular Panic! At The Disco hit song Death of a Bachelor has finally been arranged for jazz band! This pop funk arrangment features traditional big band instrumentation (5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, and rhythm section) and is a great feature for your vocal soloist. Written in the key of Ab; lead trumpet plays up to written Bb5. Great for high school level groups and above!

SKU: A0.1394425

Stevie Wonder's legendary I Wish is a fantastic vehicle to feature a vocal soloist with your jazz band. Based on the live recording of the song, this version features a vocal lead throughout with harmonized wind parts in traditonal jazz big band scoring. Solo space is available for Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet and Trombone. The outtro features the iconic stop time moments from the live recording that will drive your audience wild. Written in the key of Eb minor; written range for lead trumpet up C6. Great for your high school jazz band!

SKU: A0.1283017

Inspired by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, this arrangement of Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' is a great way to feature your star trombonist with your big band. This feature allows the trombonist to play the part of Ray Charles throughout the first verse and chorus before allowing space for a trumpet soloist to take the second verse. A harmonized saxophone soli leads the ensemble to an open solo section with lots of space for improvisation before taking things out in the style of Ray Charles with a traditional ending. Written in the keys of Eb & F for traditional jazz band (5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 4 trombones, rhythm section). Lead trumpet written up to B5 (with an optional F6). Perfect for the advanced high school or college level ensemble!

SKU: A0.1039885

This bombastic big band arrangement of Bobby Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez's hit song from Disney's Frozen (2014) and its Broadway adaptation is sure to give your audience chills! The familiar tune will catch their ear, and the vibrant countermelodies, thriving pulse, and swinging style are sure to keep them on the edge of their seat! With an improvised solo section for the horns, an improvised drum solo, and written piano and tenor saxophone solos, this piece is a great way to feature the star players of your ensemble. Parts: Bb Clarinet, Alto Saxophone 1-2, Tenor Saxophone 1-2, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-4, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum Set. (Tags: Elsa, jazz, jazzy, swing, musical, princess, showtune, winter, ice, cold).

SKU: A0.1116649

Arranged for standard Big Band, this arrangement of the Theme from Cheers is a perfect addition to any easy listening set list. Great for a look back in time to the early 80s.

SKU: A0.1017776

Medium tempo arrangement of the Victor Schertzinger, Johnny Mercer classic written for female vocalist with big band accompaniment.  Vocal range is Bb3 to C5.  The second chorus features the full ensemble swinging with excitement in a new key.  The vocal returns at the bridge in the original key with a seamless transition.  Nice medium swing version of a great tune.

SKU: A0.1296169

December 1963 (Oh, What a Night) by The 4 Seasons has been arranged as a vocal feature for Big Band (Jazz Ensemble). Instrumentation consists of; Score, Vocal, Alto Sax 1-2, Tenor Sax 1-2, Bari Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-4, Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drum Kit and Eb Lead. Score and parts are all in the one download. A great title to add to your repertoire. If you are looking for pop music through the ages for jazz ensemble, Willscore Publishing will have you covered. Enjoy! The Willscore Publishing Team.

SKU: A0.1465266

This well-known seasonal hit has been given a makeover combining all the characteristic aspects of the original song with jazz ensemble and funk styling including a written (or improvised) solo for the 2nd trumpet and optional improvised guitar solo play-out. Aimed at intermediate jazz ensembles, this instrumental version of the Donny Hathaway and Nadine Mckinnor’s classic Christmas song is orchestrated for standard ‘big band’ instrumentation and is a great choice for your jazz ensemble’s festive concert performance.

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