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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

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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 and tenor.

 

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 a background on cue that hearkens back to the original tune – and the only time you hear the tune itself.

Instrumentation: Alto, tenor, bari., 2-tpts, 1 bone, Piano/Vibes, Bass, Guitar & Drums

Grade Level: Medium

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Parade of the Unicorns

January 28, 2009 – 11:03 pm

A 6/4 march-like groove turns into a Latin feel in the style of vintage Chuck Mangione complete with flugelhorn and soprano sax duet. This chart is very melodic and memorable but has a punch to it as well; and the groove is infectious.  No recording other than the MIDI file below is yet available.

Instrumentation: 5/4/4/4
Grade Level: Medium

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Devil’s Advocate

January 22, 2009 – 3:38 am

From the Concept Music Music Series, this publication is available from Walrus Music. Up-tempo contemporary straight ahead groove w/intricate lines & hot ensemble passages. Reminds me of a 70s’-ish Tom Harrell/Bob Berg tune. Trpt & Tenor solos. Link to Publisher »

Instrumentation: Alto,Ten,Bari, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone & Rhythm
Grade Level: Medium – Difficult

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There’s A Mingus Amongus

January 16, 2009 – 5:33 am

A Concept Music publication available from Walrus Music. A gospel flavor blues in the spirit  of Charles Mingus. Lots of solo space and has that unique Mingus 3/4 time feel. Link to Publisher »

Instrumentation: Alto, Tenor, Baritone, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone & Rhythm
Grade Level: Medium – Difficult

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