The title refers to the numerous offbeat rhythms found throughout the chart. This is a great piece to teach syncopation and latin rhythms. The melody is first stated by a solo trumpet (brief feature opportunity) and the sax section follows. The trombone section is featured on the bridge before the ensemble returns to finish the form. Ample solo opportunities follow with textural backgrounds for support. A sax soli follows and the brass get their chance to answer in kind with some hot licks of their own. This ia great sounding chart that holds the interest and comes together quickly - a great choice for any concert program. Trumpet range is to written high C, trombone to F#.

The title refers to the numerous offbeat rhythms found throughout the chart. This is a great piece to teach syncopation and latin rhythms. The melody is first stated by a solo trumpet (brief feature...

Commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association, this straight ahead swing chart makes a bold entrance with the full ensemble before settling into a Basie style swing tune, first in the saxes and then in the trumpets. A solo break leads into the trumpet solo, with backgrounds, followed by a trombone solo, also with background figures. Sixteen bars of acapella ensemble come next before the bridge returns and the shout chorus that takes us to the final fermata. Trumpet range is to written high C. Trombone range is to G. Piano and bass parts are written out.

Commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association, this straight ahead swing chart makes a bold entrance with the full ensemble before settling into a Basie style swing tune, first in the saxes and...

A mysterious swing groove sets the mood for intrigue in this atmospheric chart. Imagine spies lurking in the dark, trading secrets……….Solo space for trumpet and guitar. The full ensemble builds to the shout chorus, punctuated by an 8 bar acapella trombone soli. More shout section follows and then the action tapers down as our actors move back into the shadows of the night. Trumpet range to written high C.

A mysterious swing groove sets the mood for intrigue in this atmospheric chart. Imagine spies lurking in the dark, trading secrets……….Solo space for trumpet and guitar. The full ensemble builds...

Play the Palace where Latin Rock is the house rule, starting with the piano montuna figure of the intro. Lots of unison work for the sections as well as solos for trumpet, alto, trombone, and tenor. The piano and bass also get into the act with a featured line for themselves before the piano launches into its own solo. Trumpet range is to written high B.

Play the Palace where Latin Rock is the house rule, starting with the piano montuna figure of the intro. Lots of unison work for the sections as well as solos for trumpet, alto, trombone, and tenor....

From the imagination of Robert “Beto” Skiles, this chart shows off the stylistic spectrum and musicianship of your band. Opening with a piano/gtr montuna riff that is quickly picked up by the horns, we’re soon presented with a lively melody and contrapuntal backgrounds. Naturally, this leads to – an acapella chorale. Returning, then, to the montuna riff, the brass builds up in polyrhythmic layers to launch a hot trombone solo, followed by alto sax and guitar or piano (or both). Naturally, this leads to – a modal development section, which is followed by a restatement of the melody and shout chorus. Naturally, this leads to – our polyrhythmic montuna riff and the high energy finish. While the parts are not technically demanding, some assembly and much rhythmic precision is required, but the results are definitely worth it! Trumpet range is to written high D.

From the imagination of Robert “Beto” Skiles, this chart shows off the stylistic spectrum and musicianship of your band. Opening with a piano/gtr montuna riff that is quickly picked up by the...

(pronounced Pella – Larry – Gram) Available as a trumpet feature or ensemble arrangement, this chart is dedicated to the smooth 1960’s West Coast jazz stylings of the Dave Pell Octet and features an easy swinging flugel (or trumpet) melody which will showcase one or two of your trumpet players. Also featured is Pell’s unique “little big band” sound of a smaller ensemble in the intro and solo backgrounds. However, after the solos, the full force of the entire ensemble is unleashed on a hard swinging shout section that drives the chart to its finish. Solos for tenor sax and trumpet. Trumpet range to written high C.

(pronounced Pella – Larry – Gram) Available as a trumpet feature or ensemble arrangement, this chart is dedicated to the smooth 1960’s West Coast jazz stylings of the Dave Pell Octet and...

A great chart for teaching all the fundamentals of big band swing that draws on the traditions of the music and presents them in a fresh new way. Opening with the famous Gene Krupa floor tom riff sets the style as the ensemble builds to the sax section melody. The brass section takes over trading the melody back and forth before setting up the tenor sax solo. A trumpet solo follows close behind, supported by sax backgrounds. Next, in the tradition of Benny Goodman’s “Sing Sing Sing” the band breaks down to a unison trombone motif that builds throughout the ensemble to launch the sax soli. The brass section takes over once again as we’re “Flyin’ Home” to the big finish. Trumpet range is to written high C.

A great chart for teaching all the fundamentals of big band swing that draws on the traditions of the music and presents them in a fresh new way. Opening with the famous Gene Krupa floor tom riff...

In the style of the great Louis Prima, this medium tempo “jump” blues is full of energy and excitement. Being a “riff-based” chart, there are opportunities to play the written backgrounds or have students create their own. The sax section is featured in a 2 chorus soli and there is lots of room for numerous soloists. A driving shout section leads to a short open drum solo before the final chord. Trumpet range to written high C. Trombone range to G.

In the style of the great Louis Prima, this medium tempo “jump” blues is full of energy and excitement. Being a “riff-based” chart, there are opportunities to play the written backgrounds or...

Puente Arriba! takes a trip to Mexico, opening with a bravura solo trumpet cadenza before the bass sets up the samba groove. The saxes enter with the melody and are answered by the brass in counterpoint. Lots of unison writing provides power and confidence. Energy and orchestration continue to build throughout the melody and provide a strong send off to the trombone and trumpet soloists. An interlude follows the solos and leads to a sax soli and shout section before returning to the final A section and a rousing finish. Trumpet range is to written Bb. Optional screech part at the end.

Puente Arriba! takes a trip to Mexico, opening with a bravura solo trumpet cadenza before the bass sets up the samba groove. The saxes enter with the melody and are answered by the brass in...

Too much fun to pass up, featuring the funky 1970’s grooves of Quincy Jones and Tower of Power, including optional wah-wah guitar! Each horn section gets a workout while the rhythm section percolates underneath. Solo opportunities for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, and drums. Trumpet range is to written Bb. Trombone range is G.

Too much fun to pass up, featuring the funky 1970’s grooves of Quincy Jones and Tower of Power, including optional wah-wah guitar! Each horn section gets a workout while the rhythm section...