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.
Skiles/Arr. Baker | Grade 2 | First Chorus | Ballad
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...
All the energy and attitude of a New Orleans Brass Band on parade, including an optional tuba part to replace or augment the bass. This chart also provides a great platform for improvisation since it's built on a 24-bar extended Bb blues form. Written solos are provided for trombone, trumpet, and bass/tuba, although the chart can be opened up for any number of soloists. Written bass/tuba and piano parts are provided as well. The drummer also gets into the action trading phrases with the ensemble. A roaring shout chorus adds the finishing touch before moving on down the street. Trumpet range to written G. Trombone range to F.
All the energy and attitude of a New Orleans Brass Band on parade, including an optional tuba part to replace or augment the bass. This chart also provides a great platform for improvisation since...
Paul Baker | Grade 2 | First Chorus | Swing | 2026
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...
Group Dynamics is a high energy melodic rock chart that features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the famous Pat Metheny Group. Hittin' hard from the outset, this chart also provides great opportunities to show off a strong drummer as well, both with the ensemble and in an extended solo section. Solo opportunities are also present for Trombone and Tenor Sax. After the horn solos, a long development section featuring the drums builds to the Shout Chorus, return of the bridge and final climax. Trumpet range is to written D. Trombone range is to Ab.
Group Dynamics is a high energy melodic rock chart that features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the famous Pat Metheny Group. Hittin' hard from the outset, this chart also provides great...