Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.954001 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Rock,Standards. Score and parts. 12 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #3457531. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.954001). RACONTEUR (The Storyteller)A unique jazz-rock ballad for concerts and contests. Includes flute, flugelhorn and tuba players. Suitable for programming by both student and professional ensembles.RACONTEUR (The Storyteller) is a modern jazz-rock ballad composition written and arranged for a modified large jazz ensemble instrumentation. Parts for C Flute and Tuba are scored to add those unique timbres to the ensemble sound.Rather than feature a single instrument, the melody is purposely distributed throughout the ensemble. However, the musical focal point of the piece is intended to be the featured improvisation solo space provided for Bb Tenor Saxophone 1. Since each improvisation is original and unique, the music should retain a newness with each performance. A theory sheet is also provided for less experienced improvisers to enhance soloist creativity within the intended harmonic context.Scored for groups performing at the medium level (grade 2.5 - 3.0), the unique chord progression provides the soloist with myriad possibilities from which to construct improvisational melodies. Improvisation is a key element of jazz music. Thus, this improvised solo will also inherently impact the level and quality of the entire sound of each ensemble performance.Brass ranges are purposely kept very reasonable. Piano part includes through-composed material along with written chord voicings. Bass & Drum Set Guide share the same part in an effort to encourage the two players to interact rhythmically to enhance the jazz-rock groove feel of the piece. Rhythm section parts are annotated with chord symbols. Mockup available.ABOUT THE COMPOSERChristopher Burnett (b. 1955) is a critically acclaimed alto saxophonist, educator, leader, and composer who began his professional career with military jazz bands going pro directly upon graduating high school at 18 years old. Over the course of a forty plus year career, Mr. Burnett has performed professionally around the world, recorded noteworthy albums as a leader, taught at the college-level and co-founded a significant independent recording label, Artists Recording Collective. A writer-affiliate and composer since 1984, Mr. Burnett has over 60 registered works in his Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) catalog. He is also the 1995 Parade of American Music 5-Star Award of Merit Winner of the National Federation of Music Clubs as a Composer. Current publications include Major Tetrachords for Band – Mastering Scales – Part 1 (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard), Harmonic Minor Scale and Jazz – Applying jazz theory to the ii-V-i progression in any minor key (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard) and Villages, BMI Work #25869956 – Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts Bundle (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard). See: BurnettPublishing.com

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.954005 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Rock,Standards. Score and parts. 2 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #3457565. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.954005). RACONTEUR (The Storyteller)A unique jazz-rock ballad for concerts and contests. Includes flute, flugelhorn and tuba players. Suitable for programming by both student and professional ensembles.RACONTEUR (The Storyteller) is a modern jazz-rock ballad composition written and arranged for a modified large jazz ensemble instrumentation. Parts for C Flute and Tuba are scored to add those unique timbres to the ensemble sound.Rather than feature a single instrument, the melody is purposely distributed throughout the ensemble. However, the musical focal point of the piece is intended to be the featured improvisation solo space provided for Bb Tenor Saxophone 1. Since each improvisation is original and unique, the music should retain a newness with each performance. A theory sheet is also provided for less experienced improvisers to enhance soloist creativity within the intended harmonic context.Scored for groups performing at the medium level (grade 2.5 - 3.0), the unique chord progression provides the soloist with myriad possibilities from which to construct improvisational melodies. Improvisation is a key element of jazz music. Thus, this improvised solo will also inherently impact the level and quality of the entire sound of each ensemble performance.Brass ranges are purposely kept very reasonable. Piano part includes through-composed material along with written chord voicings. Bass & Drum Set Guide share the same part in an effort to encourage the two players to interact rhythmically to enhance the jazz-rock groove feel of the piece. Rhythm section parts are annotated with chord symbols. Mockup available.ABOUT THE COMPOSERChristopher Burnett (b. 1955) is a critically acclaimed alto saxophonist, educator, leader, and composer who began his professional career with military jazz bands going pro directly upon graduating high school at 18 years old. Over the course of a forty plus year career, Mr. Burnett has performed professionally around the world, recorded noteworthy albums as a leader, taught at the college-level and co-founded a significant independent recording label, Artists Recording Collective. A writer-affiliate and composer since 1984, Mr. Burnett has over 60 registered works in his Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) catalog. He is also the 1995 Parade of American Music 5-Star Award of Merit Winner of the National Federation of Music Clubs as a Composer. Current publications include Major Tetrachords for Band – Mastering Scales – Part 1 (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard), Harmonic Minor Scale and Jazz – Applying jazz theory to the ii-V-i progression in any minor key (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard) and Villages, BMI Work #25869956 – Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts Bundle (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard). See: BurnettPublishing.com

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.954006 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Rock,Standards. Score and parts. 2 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #3457567. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.954006). RACONTEUR (The Storyteller)A unique jazz-rock ballad for concerts and contests. Includes flute, flugelhorn and tuba players. Suitable for programming by both student and professional ensembles.RACONTEUR (The Storyteller) is a modern jazz-rock ballad composition written and arranged for a modified large jazz ensemble instrumentation. Parts for C Flute and Tuba are scored to add those unique timbres to the ensemble sound.Rather than feature a single instrument, the melody is purposely distributed throughout the ensemble. However, the musical focal point of the piece is intended to be the featured improvisation solo space provided for Bb Tenor Saxophone 1. Since each improvisation is original and unique, the music should retain a newness with each performance. A theory sheet is also provided for less experienced improvisers to enhance soloist creativity within the intended harmonic context.Scored for groups performing at the medium level (grade 2.5 - 3.0), the unique chord progression provides the soloist with myriad possibilities from which to construct improvisational melodies. Improvisation is a key element of jazz music. Thus, this improvised solo will also inherently impact the level and quality of the entire sound of each ensemble performance.Brass ranges are purposely kept very reasonable. Piano part includes through-composed material along with written chord voicings. Bass & Drum Set Guide share the same part in an effort to encourage the two players to interact rhythmically to enhance the jazz-rock groove feel of the piece. Rhythm section parts are annotated with chord symbols. Mockup available.ABOUT THE COMPOSERChristopher Burnett (b. 1955) is a critically acclaimed alto saxophonist, educator, leader, and composer who began his professional career with military jazz bands going pro directly upon graduating high school at 18 years old. Over the course of a forty plus year career, Mr. Burnett has performed professionally around the world, recorded noteworthy albums as a leader, taught at the college-level and co-founded a significant independent recording label, Artists Recording Collective. A writer-affiliate and composer since 1984, Mr. Burnett has over 60 registered works in his Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) catalog. He is also the 1995 Parade of American Music 5-Star Award of Merit Winner of the National Federation of Music Clubs as a Composer. Current publications include Major Tetrachords for Band – Mastering Scales – Part 1 (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard), Harmonic Minor Scale and Jazz – Applying jazz theory to the ii-V-i progression in any minor key (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard) and Villages, BMI Work #25869956 – Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts Bundle (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard). See: BurnettPublishing.com

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.954007 Composed by Christopher Burnett. Jazz,Rock. Score and parts. 2 pages. BurnettPublishing.COM #3457569. Published by BurnettPublishing.COM (A0.954007). RACONTEUR (The Storyteller)A unique jazz-rock ballad for concerts and contests. Includes flute, flugelhorn and tuba players. Suitable for programming by both student and professional ensembles.RACONTEUR (The Storyteller) is a modern jazz-rock ballad composition written and arranged for a modified large jazz ensemble instrumentation. Parts for C Flute and Tuba are scored to add those unique timbres to the ensemble sound.Rather than feature a single instrument, the melody is purposely distributed throughout the ensemble. However, the musical focal point of the piece is intended to be the featured improvisation solo space provided for Bb Tenor Saxophone 1. Since each improvisation is original and unique, the music should retain a newness with each performance. A theory sheet is also provided for less experienced improvisers to enhance soloist creativity within the intended harmonic context.Scored for groups performing at the medium level (grade 2.5 - 3.0), the unique chord progression provides the soloist with myriad possibilities from which to construct improvisational melodies. Improvisation is a key element of jazz music. Thus, this improvised solo will also inherently impact the level and quality of the entire sound of each ensemble performance.Brass ranges are purposely kept very reasonable. Piano part includes through-composed material along with written chord voicings. Bass & Drum Set Guide share the same part in an effort to encourage the two players to interact rhythmically to enhance the jazz-rock groove feel of the piece. Rhythm section parts are annotated with chord symbols. Mockup available.ABOUT THE COMPOSERChristopher Burnett (b. 1955) is a critically acclaimed alto saxophonist, educator, leader, and composer who began his professional career with military jazz bands going pro directly upon graduating high school at 18 years old. Over the course of a forty plus year career, Mr. Burnett has performed professionally around the world, recorded noteworthy albums as a leader, taught at the college-level and co-founded a significant independent recording label, Artists Recording Collective. A writer-affiliate and composer since 1984, Mr. Burnett has over 60 registered works in his Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) catalog. He is also the 1995 Parade of American Music 5-Star Award of Merit Winner of the National Federation of Music Clubs as a Composer. Current publications include Major Tetrachords for Band – Mastering Scales – Part 1 (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard), Harmonic Minor Scale and Jazz – Applying jazz theory to the ii-V-i progression in any minor key (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard) and Villages, BMI Work #25869956 – Jazz Ensemble Score and Parts Bundle (Sheet Music Plus/Hal Leonard). See: BurnettPublishing.com

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1273503 Composed by Tchaikovsky, Peter. Arranged by Thingvall, Jon. Film/TV,Jazz. Score and Parts. 88 pages. Jon Thingvall #865640. Published by Jon Thingvall (A0.1273503). Briar Rose was the name of an early version of Sleeping Beauty.  Here, Tchaikovsky’s famous Sleeping Beauty Waltz is perked up a little, and re-imagined for a standard junior high/early high school, jazz big band (5,4,4), and played in 4/4 time.Difficulty:  junior high to early high school band.Designed to help students learn jazz.Key:  F (original ballet key is B-flat)Highest lead trumpet note: concert E (last note), in the treble clef.There are no solos.  Exposed parts have at least two players.The rhythms swing, but are kept predictable, without too much variety.Rhythm section play-along here:  https://youtu.be/rhlifLTzHC8Additional Parts Included:                Score, transposed                Score, concert pitch                Piano/Guitar showing Bass in L.H.                Piano/Guitar only, no Bass                Piano with jazz ideas/options written out                Drum set notation                Drum set kicksheetMeasure 71 (at approx. 1:51) could serve as an Optional Ending, and the director will be able to edit the measure as desired—beef up the “& of two� if desired, and/or add horns on beat 4, etc.  If done in class, as my teachers occasionally did, it can show the students the process of arranging, and might encourage some in that direction.As a classical-turned-jazz pianist, my best memories are of those who helped me bridge the gap from verbatim part-playing to the concepts of learning jazz harmonies and its own unique form of counterpoint.  Writers' suggestions--like Sammy Nestico's, who occasionally specified voicings--were invaluable.  So, for classically-trained pianists who are interested in jazz, I’ve included a couple versions of the piano part—a fairly standard “lead sheet�, but also one with ideas for voicings, especially quartal, which the classical artist might not have considered.  Further study on YouTube and other Internet sites will help them hear and visualize the difference between jazz and classical.The Bass part gives the student the option of playing the changes, or the written notes.I’ve also included two kinds of drum parts—one with notation for those just starting out, and another “kick sheet� for those with more experience.Manuscript made with Finale v26Sounds from Finale and Garritan “JABB3� (Jazz And Big Band)MP3 courtesy of OnlineAudioConverter.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 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1217081 Composed by George West. Arranged by George West and edited by CHRIS MAGEE. Jazz. Score and Parts. 59 pages. Dubba C Music #813614. Published by Dubba C Music (A0.1217081). Originally composed for jazz great Bill Watrous, Bossa for T.D. is a contrafact based on the chord changes to Tommy Dorsey's famous theme song. Scored for a full big band (5-4-4-4) plus trombone soloist, this chart begins in Bossa Nova style and changes to swing at the out chorus. It is accessable by a good high school or college jazz band. Grade 4.Ranges:Trumpet: Eb6Trombone: G4 (lead); Bb4 (solo - optional 8va on final phrase up to A5)About George West:Trombonist and educator George West (1931-2013) was founder and head of the jazz program at James Madison University for 25 years, from 1971 until his retirement in 1996. He served as bass trombonist and arranger with the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note from 1953 until 1958, and performed with the Kai Winding trombone Group from 1959 through 1960. George completed his undergraduate degree at Oberlin Conservatory, and earned his masters and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He founded the jazz programs at both schools while he was a student. George also founded the jazz program at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp (Muskegon, MI) in 1971 and led that program through 2004. After his retirement from James Madison University, he relocated to Deland, Florida, and led the jazz program at Stetson University until his passing in 2013.

Composed by Andy McWain. Jazz, Funk Jazz, Bossa Nova, Smooth Jazz, Soul Jazz. Lead Sheet. 2 pages. Published by Fuller Street Music (S0.389887). - Lead Sheet - Jazz,Funk Jazz,Bossa Nova,Smooth Jazz,Soul Jazz - Fuller Street Music

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.948695 Composed by Mark S.Massey. Jazz,Latin. Score and parts. 4 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #6038011. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.948695). Que Garota Linda is a high energy, very exciting, Brazilian-Latin style instrumental from pianist Mark Massey's breakthrough jazz LP: API: Acoustic Piano International. The piano and flute interact, with the flute (performed by guest flutist Justo Almario) and piano trading sections of the main melody, and then providing dynamic background hooks and counterpoint. It's a great vehicle for musical interplay, jazz improvisation, and high energy rhythm section playing. The API track featured Eric Stiller on acoustic bass and Aldo Bentivegna on drums, with guest percussionist Alex Acuña of Weather Report, backing Mark Massey and Justo Almario. Que Garota Linda was also covered by jazz guitarist Charles Small, a dynamic version the style of Wes Montgomery, which can be heard here: https://youtu.be/wNS3m8rydEwABOUT MARK:In 2018, the California State Assembly and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors issued proclamations recognizing Mark Massey as a Jazz Living Legend. Jazz pianist-composer Mark Massey was born and raised in Lynwood, California, where he showed early talent on piano, trombone, and drums. During high school, he studied classical piano and played in the bands Synopsis (with future trumpet giant Wayne Bergeron), and Sabor (with Poncho Sanchez and the Banda Brothers). Mark played in the Pico Rivera Stage Band, which won First Place at the Hollywood Bowl Battle of the Bands. Mark graduated from California State University, Long Beach (with Bachelors and Masters degrees in Music), where he was recipient of the Carmen Dragon Fellowship for composition and he was dubbed A Young Giant by the National Association Of Jazz Educators.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1322259 Composed by Jayme Barnard. Jazz. 36 pages. Jayme Barnard Music #910604. Published by Jayme Barnard Music (A0.1322259). Dah Duh Daht! is a great jazz ensemble chart for 1st year jazz bands at the middle school or high school levels. The main objective of the chart is to teach basic swing concepts, along with simpler piano voicings and bass lines for your first year jazz students. Dah Duh Daht! is the literal articulation and rhythm translation of the main motif of the tune that is passed around the brass and saxophone sections.Dah Duh Daht! also uses a 12-bar basic blues form in the key of Bb, which also makes it a great chart to teach jazz improvisation and blues form. Feel free to download my other free resources to help teach the basics of jazz rhythm and jazz improvisation.Parts include flute, alto sax, tenor sax, bari. sax, trumpet 1 & 2, trombone 1 & 2, guitar, piano, bass, and drums.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.897949 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Dana Usealman. Christmas,Jazz. Score and parts. 13 pages. Dana Usealman #3859525. Published by Dana Usealman (A0.897949). 2018 Holiday Contest EntryFlexible arrangement of We Wish You a Merry Christmas for jazz solo, small ensemble, saxophone choir, jazz combo or beginning jazz band. I arranged this for my 7th grade jazz combo (a few somewhat advanced students that were interested in learning jazz).  I initially arranged it for 1 trumpet, 1 sax, 1 tenor, and piano but it is a flexible arrangement with the melody doubled in the trumpet and sax and the tenor and optional trombone part have harmony.  You could use the optional trombone in addition to the tenor or instead of tenor.  If you use a bass or bari sax, tell your piano player to cut the bass clef and just comp on the chords.  This arrangement would also work nicely as a saxophone choir, with or without piano accompaniment.  You could even use this as a solo for one trumpet or one sax and piano. You can easily add a drummer and just have them play a simple swing beat.

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1257042 Composed by George West. Arranged by George West and edited by CHRIS MAGEE. Jazz. Score and Parts. 92 pages. Dubba C Music #850377. Published by Dubba C Music (A0.1257042). Spirit of 7 to 6 is a modal jazz tune by George West. Composed in the 1970s around the time of the American bicentennial celebration, the title also refers to meter changes between 7/4 (written as 4/4+3/4) and 6/4. Your soloists only need to know two scales to solo on this tune: C dorian minor and Ab mixolydian. Range and technical demands are moderate. After the statement of the melody, an open solo section leads to a sax soli, then a great shout chorus. If you are looking for a change of pace for your concert or assessment program, this is an excellent choice!Grade: 3+Ranges:Trumpet: C6Trombone: G4 About George West: Trombonist and educator George West (1931-2013) was founder and head of the jazz program at James Madison University for 25 years, from 1971 until his retirement in 1996. He served as bass trombonist and arranger with the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note from 1953 until 1958, and performed with the Kai Winding trombone Group from 1959 through 1960. George completed his undergraduate degree at Oberlin Conservatory, and earned his masters and Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He founded the jazz programs at both schools while he was a student. George also founded the jazz program at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp (Muskegon, MI) in 1971 and led that program through 2004. After his retirement from James Madison University, he relocated to Deland, Florida, and led the jazz program at Stetson University until his passing in 2013.

Jazz Combo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1222967 By African - American Spiritual. By Traditional Spiritual. Arranged by Dennis Ruello. 20th Century,Jazz,March,Spiritual,Traditional. 25 pages. Chicory Music #819156. Published by Chicory Music (A0.1222967). Gospel music has infiltrated the New Orleans jazz repertoire since the very early days of jazz. Although gospel songs were traditionally played by jazz bands at funerals or church, it is now common that these songs are also played in secular venues and parades.Down by the Riverside� is an example of such a song, adapted by jazz musicians to fit the New Orleans jazz or brass band style. It has been a staple in New Orleans jazz since at least the early 1920s. This arrangement for a typical New Orleans Brass Band includes parts for Bb Clarinet, BbTrumpet, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Banjo (Optional), Tuba, Acoustic Bass (Tuba Sub. Part), Drum Set and Full Score.Performance Time is Approx. 2 minutes 40 seconds.