Take a trip back to the Cool School of the 1950s with this impressive swinger. With a very accessible tempo of 128bpm, this chart features tenor sax, trumpet, and guitar on a boppish melody presented in the Gil Evans/Miles Davis "Birth of the Cool" style. The sax section is featured in a soli setting for the bridge. Solo space for tenor sax and trumpet (guitar can easily be featured as well) is followed by a tutti ensemble 16 bar shout section. As the title suggests, there is a surprise in the form of an 8 bar trombone/bass soli that arrives on the bridge before the ensemble resumes command for the dramatic finish. Trumpet range is to written high C, trombone to G.
Take a trip back to the Cool School of the 1950s with this impressive swinger. With a very accessible tempo of 128bpm, this chart features tenor sax, trumpet, and guitar on a boppish melody presented...
This smooth bossa nova combo chart is based on the chord changes for Blue Bossa, a famous jazz standard composed by Kenny Dorham. A new original melody is intertwined with a countermelody all the way through the first 16 bar chorus before giving way to a second chorus harmonized both as a duet and in four part block voicing – a very musical and full sounding chart.
This smooth bossa nova combo chart is based on the chord changes for Blue Bossa, a famous jazz standard composed by Kenny Dorham. A new original melody is intertwined with a countermelody all the way...
A rousing full ensemble intro, complete with drum solos, leads to a four bar bass solo (walking line written out) that sets up the Trumpet section (in cup mutes) bebop melody, based on “rhythm changes”. The drummer also has the option to switch to brushes in this section before switching back to sticks for the rest of the chart. An open solo space allows for numerous soloists with cued backgrounds. The shout chorus begins with an “stop time” section that builds through the bridge to a flag waving finale. Trumpet range to written High C. Trombone to F.
A rousing full ensemble intro, complete with drum solos, leads to a four bar bass solo (walking line written out) that sets up the Trumpet section (in cup mutes) bebop melody, based on “rhythm...
Viva Merengue! Si! Join the fiesta with this fun chart. Featured soloists include tenor sax, drums, and trombone, and more can join the party. Additional percussionists are encouraged, too. Simple chord changes make this a good chart for beginning improvisers Trumpet range is to written high C.
Viva Merengue! Si! Join the fiesta with this fun chart. Featured soloists include tenor sax, drums, and trombone, and more can join the party. Additional percussionists are encouraged, too. Simple...
This is a medium swing “blues with a bridge” chart that plays off the unusual nature of a knuckleball’s trajectory and flight characteristics. Lots of fun “wobbles” and misdirection bring this hard swinging chart home in the melody and orchestration. Solo space is provided for tenor sax and trumpet with plenty of backgrounds as well. A full bodied shout chorus follows the solos before returning to the bridge and closing tag. Trumpet range is to written High C above the staff.
This is a medium swing “blues with a bridge” chart that plays off the unusual nature of a knuckleball’s trajectory and flight characteristics. Lots of fun “wobbles” and misdirection bring...
A smooth bossa nova featuring the ensemble in a rich harmonic landscape and interesting countermelodies. Solos for trombone and piano or guitar. Trumpet range is to written F#.
A smooth bossa nova featuring the ensemble in a rich harmonic landscape and interesting countermelodies. Solos for trombone and piano or guitar. Trumpet range is to written F#.
Another great chart from Matt Morey, Los Dos presents the duo of tenor sax and trumpet riding the energetic salsa of the rhythm section's montuna figures. Substantial solo space for both tenor and trumpet is followed by an 8 bar drum solo that leads into the shout section. Capped off by the dueling soloists, the ensmble carries us through to the powerful finish. TRumpet range to written high C. Trombone range to G.
Another great chart from Matt Morey, Los Dos presents the duo of tenor sax and trumpet riding the energetic salsa of the rhythm section's montuna figures. Substantial solo space for both tenor and...
An colorful and easy paced straight 8th tone-poem-like chart based on the chord changes of the standard There Will Never Be Another You. A beautiful alto sax melody sets the tone early amidst lush backgrounds and harmonies. The melody then moves to the trombones and brass section to build the melodic and dynamic energy. A brief sax soli acts as an interlude into the trumpet (or flugel) solo. The piano (or guitar) takes the second solo which leads into a rich, almost symphonic, development section. Emerging from the fray, a majestic lead trumpet soars above the ensemble before rejoining the ensemble for the final push to the finish. This chart will require a stout brass section. Trumpet range to writen high C. Trombone to Ab.
An colorful and easy paced straight 8th tone-poem-like chart based on the chord changes of the standard There Will Never Be Another You. A beautiful alto sax melody sets the tone early amidst lush...
A dramatic and modern Thad Jones style take on an extended blues form makes for a challenging chart for everyone. Beginning with the opening glissando and punch, this chart announces itself in style. Muted trumpets take the melody and then hand it off to the saxes. A harmon mute trumpet solo leads to a trombone section soli (including the bass player). An interlude sets up the piano solo which is followed by a tenor sax solo. A recap of the bridge and melody leads to a recap of the intro before the ensemble builds to the final statement. A true tour de force that will showcase dynamics, style, technique, and musicianship.Trumpet to written Bb.
A dramatic and modern Thad Jones style take on an extended blues form makes for a challenging chart for everyone. Beginning with the opening glissando and punch, this chart announces itself in style....
This chart was commissioned by the King William Jazz Collective in San Antonio, TX. The assignment was to write a “happy shuffle” and you can’t help but tap your toe and smile as you listen to this chart. It opens with a Count Basie style piano solo before the ensemble sets up the trombone/tenor sax melody. Solo changes are provided for tenor and bari saxes along with trombone. An acapella ensemble section follows the soloists and sets up the roaring shout section when the rhythm section returns. Trumpet range is to written high C, trombone range is to G.
This chart was commissioned by the King William Jazz Collective in San Antonio, TX. The assignment was to write a “happy shuffle” and you can’t help but tap your toe and smile as you listen to...
