This is essentially the same chart as the Alto Sax Feature, however some of the parts have been rearranged slightly to accommodate the change in soloists. For this version, the melody, solo, and solo cadenza have been lowered an octave to better fit the range of the instrument.
This is essentially the same chart as the Alto Sax Feature, however some of the parts have been rearranged slightly to accommodate the change in soloists. For this version, the melody, solo, and solo...
This is essentially the same chart as the Alto Sax Feature, however some of the parts have been rearranged slightly to accommodate the change in soloists.
This is essentially the same chart as the Alto Sax Feature, however some of the parts have been rearranged slightly to accommodate the change in soloists.
Beginning with a funky bass riff, this Latin Soul groove features the alto sax with the melody and solo choruses. A trombone solo comes next and leads into an 8 bar drum/percussion break, ideal for featuring additional percussion if desired. The ensemble then begins building layer by layer as the intensity rises to the final punch chords. Trumpet range to written high Bb.
Beginning with a funky bass riff, this Latin Soul groove features the alto sax with the melody and solo choruses. A trombone solo comes next and leads into an 8 bar drum/percussion break, ideal for...
The hot wind – that’s what’s blowing across the stage with this chart. Featuring your trumpet soloist and/or lead player, this samba is a tremendous showcase for bravura melodic playing and improvisation. Trumpet range for the section lead part is written B. Trumpet range for solo part is written G on top of the staff with the option of going up an octave as is heard in the video.
The hot wind – that’s what’s blowing across the stage with this chart. Featuring your trumpet soloist and/or lead player, this samba is a tremendous showcase for bravura melodic playing and...
This chart sets the tone from the first measure with a cool fusion groove in the rhythm and trombones – cool bari part, too. The feel changes back and forth throughout the chart from fusion to half time rock to a driving 4/4 rock and back again – a great showcase for the rhythm section! The drummer has several opportunities for two bar fills. Dynamic contrast plays a major role for the entire ensemble as it shapes the melody and background figures. Written solos are provided for tenor sax and trumpet, along with chord changes. Trumpet range is to written G, trombone range is F.
This chart sets the tone from the first measure with a cool fusion groove in the rhythm and trombones – cool bari part, too. The feel changes back and forth throughout the chart from fusion to half...
This hard swinging 12-bar blues features the acoustic bass in a Thad Jones inspired setting. At a tempo of 140bpm, this chart provides a very accessible opportunity for the unsung hero of the rhythm section to shine. Soprano sax leads the sax section. A 24-bar trombone section+bass soli is wrapped between a trumpet solo and soprano sax and bass solos before heading onto the shout chorus. Trumpet range is to written high C. Trombone range is to Gb.
This hard swinging 12-bar blues features the acoustic bass in a Thad Jones inspired setting. At a tempo of 140bpm, this chart provides a very accessible opportunity for the unsung hero of the rhythm...
Based on the chord changes for the jazz standard Doxy, this fun swing chart features the saxophone section on the melody. Written solos are provided for piano, and then tenor or bari sax or trombone. An eight bar stop time section leads into the shout section. Trumpet range is to written high G. Trombone range is to F.
Based on the chord changes for the jazz standard Doxy, this fun swing chart features the saxophone section on the melody. Written solos are provided for piano, and then tenor or bari sax or trombone....
This is a beautifully melodic and dramatic tenor sax feature at a medium straight eighth tempo. The ensemble intertwines itself around the soloist with contrapuntal backgrounds and extended harmonies while the soloist gets to stretch out on long chord changes giving him lots of room to shine without the pressure of having to catch a new change every other beat.
This is a beautifully melodic and dramatic tenor sax feature at a medium straight eighth tempo. The ensemble intertwines itself around the soloist with contrapuntal backgrounds and extended harmonies...
The title says it all. This chart takes energy and intensity to the next level with a fast swing tempo, pedal point chord changes, and plenty of power brass section writing. Drums are featured throughout the chart, including a 32 bar solo section punctuated by the ensemble. Solos for alto sax and trumpet, too. Trumpet range to written high D.
The title says it all. This chart takes energy and intensity to the next level with a fast swing tempo, pedal point chord changes, and plenty of power brass section writing. Drums are featured...
Based on the chord changes for the Gershwin standard “Summertime”, this nifty swinger combines the hallmarks of other tunes such as Cantaloupe Island and the Theme from Get Smart tv show to create a hard swinging chart that’s fun for everyone. The melody is carried by the trumpets and alto saxes while the lower voices provide rhythmic support. Written solos for trumpet and alto sax are provided along with the chord changes. A rousing shout chorus builds to the finish. Trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff.
Based on the chord changes for the Gershwin standard “Summertime”, this nifty swinger combines the hallmarks of other tunes such as Cantaloupe Island and the Theme from Get Smart tv show to...
