“Mr. Cool” was literally composed while Robert was sitting in a meat locker – or so he tells me. You’ll have to ask him. The beginning bass line, enhanced with bari and bass trombone, sets the rockin’ tone for this chart – attitude all the way. Solos all around for trumpet, alto and tenor sax, and trombone. The sax section gets some work, too. If you can’t dance to this one……….Trumpet range is to written high Bb with optional high B and high D in the part.
“Mr. Cool” was literally composed while Robert was sitting in a meat locker – or so he tells me. You’ll have to ask him. The beginning bass line, enhanced with bari and bass trombone, sets...
A hypnotic straight 8th jazz waltz in the style of guitarist Pat Metheny that adds additional colors with soprano sax and flugelhorns. Counterpoint, part independence, and dynamic contrast create an evolving texture that constantly captures the ear. Trumpet, guitar, and drums are the featured soloists. Trumpet range is to Written high C. Trombone range is to G.
A hypnotic straight 8th jazz waltz in the style of guitarist Pat Metheny that adds additional colors with soprano sax and flugelhorns. Counterpoint, part independence, and dynamic contrast create an...
A smooth contemporary latin feature for alto sax with a sultry melody and lush accompaniment. A written solo is provided, but the chord changes for the solo fit into the concert Bb scale so improvisation is encouraged. This is just a really fun chart for the soloist, ensemble, and audience alike.
A smooth contemporary latin feature for alto sax with a sultry melody and lush accompaniment. A written solo is provided, but the chord changes for the solo fit into the concert Bb scale so...
This chart was commissioned by the Normal West High School Jazz Band in Normal, Illinois. A funky laid-back acoustic bass line sets the tone for this chart that recalls the quirky and sardonic style of the Brecker Brothers. The horns are divided into several cross-sectional sections to provide melody and background support. Solo space for trombone, soprano sax, drums, and guitar. Soprano sax required for alto sax 1. Trumpet range is to written high C. Trombone range is to Ab.
This chart was commissioned by the Normal West High School Jazz Band in Normal, Illinois. A funky laid-back acoustic bass line sets the tone for this chart that recalls the quirky and sardonic style...
This funky horn-driven chart weaves in and out of the boundaries with winding chromatic lines and high energy accompaniment. Solo space for tenor sax, trombone, and guitar, and the drums get several smaller opportunities, too. Trumpet range is to written high C. Trombone range is to G.
This funky horn-driven chart weaves in and out of the boundaries with winding chromatic lines and high energy accompaniment. Solo space for tenor sax, trombone, and guitar, and the drums get several...
This postmodern minor blues is a little "out there". The melody uses an inside/outside harmonic language, and the a capella “space cadet” section endeavors to go where no man has gone before...... Each section in the band is challenged. Solos for tenor sax, trumpet, and drums. Trumpet range is to written high D with optional E and F (both are notated on the part and score).
This postmodern minor blues is a little "out there". The melody uses an inside/outside harmonic language, and the a capella “space cadet” section endeavors to go where no man has gone...
Another funky New Orleans 2nd Line chart from the pen of Robert “Beto” Skiles. The rhythm section sets the funky groove followed by the trombone section. Saxes jump in on the melody with the brass section responding to their calls. A fun contrapuntal section follows where lines are passed from section to section. This leads to an extended alto sax solo followed by a trumpet solo (plunger optional). Next, the band gets to “trade fours” with the drummer before returning to the melody and an “in your face” ending. Trumpet range is to written high C.
Another funky New Orleans 2nd Line chart from the pen of Robert “Beto” Skiles. The rhythm section sets the funky groove followed by the trombone section. Saxes jump in on the melody with the...
This chart features a rock/fusion groove and is inspired by the harmonies of Stan Kenton’s Artistry in Rhythm as interpreted by the Brecker Brothers. After an intense funky 8 bar ensemble intro the chart settles into a hip fusion groove where the melody unfolds through layered textures. An emphatic ensemble send off sets up a screaming heavy metal guitar solo which is followed by a more fusion-based tenor sax solo. The sax section is featured next with commentary from the brass before the melody reappears in high fashion. The ending is a nod to the Kenton band theatrics, with a quote from Artistry in Rhythm’s trombone section to close out. Trumpet range is to written high D. Trombone range is to G.
This chart features a rock/fusion groove and is inspired by the harmonies of Stan Kenton’s Artistry in Rhythm as interpreted by the Brecker Brothers. After an intense funky 8 bar ensemble intro the...
