An unusual chorale written for advancing big bands, this lush and harmonically satisfying ballad captures the somber, but optimistic mood that came over the world on that historic day. An improvised piano solo is included in this hauntingly beautiful work commemorating the unforgettable events of September 11th. All trumpets double on flugelhorn. Bucket or hat […]
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Loop 360
January 28, 2009 – 11:08 pm
Scored for medium jazz bands, this hip shuffle by Rick Lawn resembles an extended minor blues. Highlights include modest brass ranges, written rhythm section parts, solos for trumpet, piano and guitar, and a terrific sax soli. An optional guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Instrumentation: 5/4/4/4 Grade Level: Medium Kendor Music no longer […]
Take No Prisoners
January 28, 2009 – 11:08 pm
This high energy Latin/swing chart combines lots of counterpoint with forceful tutti-brass chords. An extended minor blues serves as the harmonic basis for the head and the alto solo before the tutti ensemble trades fours with the drums and congas. Recorded on the University of Texas’ Sublime in Time. Alto II, Ten. II, & Bari-clar., […]
Finders Keepers
January 28, 2009 – 11:07 pm
Good ballads in any style are difficult to find and this contemporary funk groove is definitely a keeper. Alto sax is showcased in the popular David Sanborn tradition and a contrasting bossa nova solo section spotlights piano or guitar. Instrumentation: 5/4/4/4 Grade Level: Medium Contact: CL Barnhouse Publishers ask for stock numbers 032-0338-00AR Phone: (641) […]
Out On A Limb – Big Band version
January 28, 2009 – 11:07 pm
Recorded by the Third Coast Jazz Orchestra on their Sea Breeze label release “Unknown Soldiers,” this chart in the classic Latin/swing Green Dolphin St. style. Soloist include trumpet, tenor, piano and drums. Instrumentation: 5/4/4/4 Grade Level: Medium-Difficult Kendor Music no longer owns the rights to this chart but it is now available for purchase here!! […]
Quiet Please!
January 28, 2009 – 11:07 pm
As the title implies, this is a laid back soprano feature with added solo space for bass and drums. Bass clarinet is on the usual bari sax chair throughout. A challenging shout chorus is also featured in this introspective original that will make people stop and listen. This chart is featured on Power of Ten’s […]
Tapestry
January 28, 2009 – 11:06 pm
Those of us from the “Boomer” generation couldn’t get enough of Carole King’s Tapestry album (there…I’m dating myself!). I couldn’t resist the temptation to take a second look at the title tune from this landmark recording, giving it a fresh new sound. Ample solo space is provided for piano, guitar, and choices between trumpet, alto […]
So What
January 28, 2009 – 11:05 pm
Composer/arranger George Russell gave me the idea for this different slant on the famous Miles Davis recording. In this case, everybody gets a chance to play Miles’ seminal solo over a very funky rhythm section groove. The solo section can be opened up for just about anyone in the band with backgrounds on cue that […]
Jai Ali Hustle
January 28, 2009 – 11:05 pm
This vibrant samba knocked them over at the 1984 NAJE Convention. Written in the Rob McConnell vein with a catchy melody, powerful brass figures, and even several stop-time sections. Soloists (trombone and flute/tenor or piano) are given an opportunity to stretch out over some scintillating changes. The drummer also receives several spotlights. Alto I dbls. […]
At This Point in Time
January 28, 2009 – 11:05 pm
This Latin-funk piece makes use of one of the great grooves found in the Steps Ahead’s Pools. The haunting melody initially appears as a rubato statement between the tenor sax and piano until a syncopated bell-like pyramid figure leads us into the groove. Solos for piano, tenor, and soprano. Sax doubles. As recorded by 3rd […]