Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1474736 By Steely Dan. By Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. Arranged by Gary Wolk. 20th Century,Pop,Rock. 50 pages. Gary Wolk Music #1052304. Published by Gary Wolk Music (A0.1474736). An instrumental version of the Steely Dan song, arranged for Jazz Ensemble. It is different from the original in that the guitar solos have been taken out. Also, it is demanding for 1st Trumpets as it does go up to a high D above C in spots.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1503667 By Grass Roots. By Gary Zekley and Mitch Bottler. Arranged by Gary Wolk. 20th Century,Pop,Rock. 51 pages. Gary Wolk Music #1079154. Published by Gary Wolk Music (A0.1503667). An instrumental version of the song by The Grass Roots arranged for Jazz Ensemble. Lots of energy. Really rocks!

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.734917 By Jackie Wilson. By Berry Gordy and Billy Davis. Arranged by Joseph Hasper. Contemporary. Score and parts. 26 pages. Joseph Hasper #5033973. Published by Joseph Hasper (A0.734917). Jackie Wilson's biggest hit made available for Little Big Band: vocal solo, 2 alto saxes, tenor sax, trombone, guitar, piano, bass, and drums. Optional section for a sax solo. Background vocals cued in the horn parts. Key of D major. Includes a full score and complete set of parts.Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town) (originally subtitled The Finest Girl You Ever Want to Meet) is a song made popular by Jackie Wilson. It was his first solo hit after leaving the Dominoes and, over the years, has become one of his biggest international chart successes.The song was written by Berry Gordy, Gwen Gordy Fuqua, and Wilson's cousin Roquel Billy Davis (though credited under his pseudonym Tyran Carlo on the record) and produced by Dick Jacobs, and its title was taken from the Louis Jordan song Reet, Petite and Gone. It was Jackie Wilson's first recording as a solo artist. The song peaked at #62 on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 1957 and reached #6 on the UK Singles Chart. With the success of the song, Gordy was able to fund the launch of Motown Records. The song was reissued in 1986 following the showing of a clay animation video on the BBC Two documentary series Arena. The video was directed by Giblets, a London-based animation studio. The reissued version proved so popular that in December 1986, almost three years after Wilson's death, the song became a No. 1 in the UK for four weeks (selling over 700,000 copies), some 29 years after its chart debut. -- Wikipedia

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.734674 By Duke Ellington. By Duke Ellington and Irving Mills. Arranged by Joseph Hasper. Jazz. Score and parts. 51 pages. Joseph Hasper #2059717. Published by Joseph Hasper (A0.734674). Jazz combo arrangement for Flute, Sax Section (2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Baritone Sax) and Rhythm Section (Piano, Bass, and Drums).Includes a full score and all parts. It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) is a 1931 Duke Ellington composition now accepted as a jazz standard. The music was written and arranged by Ellington in August 1931 during intermissions at Chicago's Lincoln Tavern and was first recorded by Ellington and his orchestra on February 2, 1932. The song became famous, Ellington wrote, as the expression of a sentiment which prevailed among jazz musicians at the time. Probably the first song to use the phrase swing in the title, it introduced the term into everyday language and presaged the swing era by three years. The Ellington band played the song continually over the years and recorded it numerous times, most often with trumpeter Ray Nance as vocalist.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.953987 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Latin. Score and parts. 2 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #1939501. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.953987). Firebird, BMI Work #17075594 (This product is one element of a Bundle – Score and Parts) Great combo chart for medium advanced groups. Latin jazz groove. Flutes, Alto Saxophone, Piano, Bass, Drums … all parts annotated. DOWNLOAD BUNDLE INCLUDES SCORE AND PARTS NOTATED IN FINALE Firebird (BMI Work #17075594), is the first single from the latest album of music by Christopher Burnett, BMI. The commercial recording was released on the Artists Recording Collective (ARC) label and available at the top music stores like: iTunes, Amazon Music, Google Play and CD Baby. STUDIO RECORDING NOTES The provided MP3 Audio Clip contains an excerpt of the commercial recording and features: Christopher Burnett – alto saxophone/composition; Roger Wilder – piano; Jeff Harshbarger – bass; Clarence Smith – drums; with Terri Anderson Burnett and Freda Proctor – flutes. The final mastering and mix by Craig Rettmer at C.R. Sound in Kansas City is truly amazing. ABOUT THE COMPOSER How are jazz careers made? Many have remarked on the big historical shift: musicians used to apprentice on the road with masters and learn the language firsthand, but those cultural conditions are fading, and the bandstand has been replaced by the graduate degree. There’s truth in that narrative, and yet it fails to account for the full variety of paths that players are taking as they strive to find their voice in this music.For alto saxophonist Christopher Burnett, the journey involved spending 22 years as a musician in the U.S. Army. He left the service in 1996 - I’ve been out nearly as long as I was in, he says - and resettled in 2001 in his native Kansas City metropolitan area. Two years earlier, in 1999, he had released his debut recording, Time Flies, and in 2008 he followed up with Theme Music, both on the Artists Recording Collective (ARC) label that he cofounded with saxophonist Erica Lindsay and pianist Sumi Tonooka. Now at age 58, Burnett reaches another level of achievement with Firebird, showcasing a fine working quartet and a set of compositions rich in beauty, subtlety and sophistication. There’s a remarkable lyrical ease and harmonic savvy in the compositions that make up Firebird, not least of all on the title track with its layered flutes and Latin-tinged rhythmic feel. Burnett’s legato eloquence and depth of expression on the slow 4/4 Ballad for An Optimist is another highlight. His choice of the inspired, metrically shifting A Risk I Take, by French horn virtuoso and colleague Mark Taylor, tells us much about his refined taste and interpretive abilities. Excerpt from the liner notes by: David R. Adler, New York, New York Also see: www.BurnettMusic.com.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1227019 Composed by John Klenner and Sam M. Lewis. Arranged by @Jhavilah. Blues,Contemporary,Film/TV,Jazz,Multicultural,World. 1 pages. Jhavilah #815171. Published by Jhavilah (A0.1227019). Just Friends is a jazz standard composed by John Klenner with lyrics by Sam M. Lewis. It was first recorded in 1931 by Red McKenzie and his Orchestra, and has since become a beloved classic in the jazz world. The song's catchy melody and playful lyrics have made it a popular choice for jazz musicians and singers over the years.The song is often played at a moderate tempo, and features a swinging, upbeat rhythm that is typical of the jazz music of the time. The melody is catchy and memorable, with its playful, syncopated phrasing and use of chromaticism. The lyrics tell the story of a couple who have decided to end their romantic relationship but remain friends, with lines like Just friends, lovers no more, just friends, but not like before.Over the years, Just Friends has been covered by many jazz greats, including Chet Baker, Charlie Parker, and Billie Holiday. Each artist brings their own unique interpretation to the song, showcasing their individual improvisational skills and musicality. The song has also been used in several films and television shows, cementing its place in popular culture.Despite its popularity, Just Friends remains a challenging piece to play, requiring both technical proficiency and a deep understanding of the nuances of jazz music. Its enduring appeal is a testament to the power of great songwriting, and to the lasting impact of jazz music on popular culture.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.734676 By Duke Ellington. By Duke Ellington and Irving Mills. Arranged by Joseph Hasper. Jazz. Score and parts. 34 pages. Joseph Hasper #2059795. Published by Joseph Hasper (A0.734676). Jazz combo arrangement for Trumpet, Alto Sax, Trombone and Rhythm Section (Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Drums). Comes with alternate or substitute parts so that you can use another Trumpet (or Clarinet) in place of Alto Sax, or Tenor Sax in place of Trombone. Includes a full score and all parts. It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) is a 1931 Duke Ellington composition now accepted as a jazz standard. The music was written and arranged by Ellington in August 1931 during intermissions at Chicago's Lincoln Tavern and was first recorded by Ellington and his orchestra on February 2, 1932. The song became famous, Ellington wrote, as the expression of a sentiment which prevailed among jazz musicians at the time. Probably the first song to use the phrase swing in the title, it introduced the term into everyday language and presaged the swing era by three years. The Ellington band played the song continually over the years and recorded it numerous times, most often with trumpeter Ray Nance as vocalist.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.953988 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Latin. Score and parts. 4 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #1939503. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.953988). Firebird, BMI Work #17075594 (This product is one element of a Bundle – Score and Parts) Great combo chart for medium advanced groups. Latin jazz groove. Flutes, Alto Saxophone, Piano, Bass, Drums … all parts annotated. DOWNLOAD BUNDLE INCLUDES SCORE AND PARTS NOTATED IN FINALE Firebird (BMI Work #17075594), is the first single from the latest album of music by Christopher Burnett, BMI. The commercial recording was released on the Artists Recording Collective (ARC) label and available at the top music stores like: iTunes, Amazon Music, Google Play and CD Baby. STUDIO RECORDING NOTES The provided MP3 Audio Clip contains an excerpt of the commercial recording and features: Christopher Burnett – alto saxophone/composition; Roger Wilder – piano; Jeff Harshbarger – bass; Clarence Smith – drums; with Terri Anderson Burnett and Freda Proctor – flutes. The final mastering and mix by Craig Rettmer at C.R. Sound in Kansas City is truly amazing. ABOUT THE COMPOSER How are jazz careers made? Many have remarked on the big historical shift: musicians used to apprentice on the road with masters and learn the language firsthand, but those cultural conditions are fading, and the bandstand has been replaced by the graduate degree. There’s truth in that narrative, and yet it fails to account for the full variety of paths that players are taking as they strive to find their voice in this music.For alto saxophonist Christopher Burnett, the journey involved spending 22 years as a musician in the U.S. Army. He left the service in 1996 - I’ve been out nearly as long as I was in, he says - and resettled in 2001 in his native Kansas City metropolitan area. Two years earlier, in 1999, he had released his debut recording, Time Flies, and in 2008 he followed up with Theme Music, both on the Artists Recording Collective (ARC) label that he cofounded with saxophonist Erica Lindsay and pianist Sumi Tonooka. Now at age 58, Burnett reaches another level of achievement with Firebird, showcasing a fine working quartet and a set of compositions rich in beauty, subtlety and sophistication. There’s a remarkable lyrical ease and harmonic savvy in the compositions that make up Firebird, not least of all on the title track with its layered flutes and Latin-tinged rhythmic feel. Burnett’s legato eloquence and depth of expression on the slow 4/4 Ballad for An Optimist is another highlight. His choice of the inspired, metrically shifting A Risk I Take, by French horn virtuoso and colleague Mark Taylor, tells us much about his refined taste and interpretive abilities. Excerpt from the liner notes by: David R. Adler, New York, New York Also see: www.BurnettMusic.com.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1274327 By Edward Sims. By Edward Sims. Arranged by Edward Sims. Blues,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Jazz. Score and Parts. 53 pages. Ed Sims #866467. Published by Ed Sims (A0.1274327). This is a grade 2 jazz band swing chart in F for younger groups, with trumpet and tenor sax solos a little more challenging.  This piece will work at either up-tempo or, if you prefer, with a slower, bluesy feel.  Those of us in northern climates can relate to why, about ten years ago, I had a couple of days to work on this for my group.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1316370 By Take That. By Dan Hartman. Arranged by Joop Derks. 20th Century,Pop,Rock. 55 pages. Derksarrangementen #905114. Published by Derksarrangementen (A0.1316370). Relight my fire for Jazz Band and Vocals! Duration: 03:19Key: DmFull Score, Alto sax (1,2), Tenor sax, Baritone Sax, Trumpet Bb (1,2,3), Trombone (1,2,3) In C, Bb TC and Bb BC,  Drum set, Percussion (1,2), Piano, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, and Vocals.For more information please contact Derksarrangementen@home.nlAbout the arranger: Joop Derks is a musician, conductor and arranger from the Netherlands. He has been working for the Dutch Military Music for years and also conducts a number of civilian concert bands.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1028373 Composed by David W. Hansen. Blues,Holiday,Jazz,Wedding. Score and parts. 2 pages. Hansen Music Collections (Trade-name of Hansen Music Productions, LLC) #3489987. Published by Hansen Music Collections (Trade-name of Hansen Music Productions, LLC) (A0.1028373). An original composition with lyrics by David W. Hansen (drummer, bandleader, composer, lyricist). This is the lead sheet (melody, harmony and lyrics) that David's Garden District Band uses each night on their steady performance. David Hansen's Garden District Trio has performed seven nights a week since 2006 (over twelve years) at Houston's Restaurant in New Orleans.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.757461 By Patsy Cline. By Willie Nelson. Arranged by Jim Bicigo. Country. Score and parts. 31 pages. Polar Publications #3015089. Published by Polar Publications (A0.757461). A great arrangement for your Jazz Band! I have looked for this one for years, and with Arrange Me, I finally had the opportunity to create my own arrangement. Enjoy!

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1240490 By Billie Eilish. By Billie Eilish O'Connell and Finneas O'Connell. Arranged by George Willson. 21st Century,Film/TV,Jazz,Rock. Score and Parts. 59 pages. George Willson #835873. Published by George Willson (A0.1240490). As performed by the T-Town Jazz Band.After creating a perfectly servicable big band arrangement of No Time To Die, I did what any good arranger of a big band would do and asked myself, How would Maynard Ferguson play this? The answer is, of course, louder, faster, and higher, or otherwise stated, obnoxiously. Such was born this unique version of this piece, with screaming trumpet parts, but a trombone soloing the first verse and then taking an extended improvisional solo throughout the middle (because as the lead trombone player of the band, I opted to give it to myself). I, personally, like this version better than the one that mimics the original, and give a little Bond pep to the midst to your setlist. Enjoy No Time To Die, as performed (obnoxiously) by the T-Town Jazz Band.George Willson has been an performer, composer, and conductor for thirty years in various mediums and ensembles.MP3 rendition is an extract of the composition program.