Another arrangement of this Coltrane classic, but in this not a ballad but an up tempo version. The chart begins with a free section that eludes to the tune before the tempo is established. Solos for 2nd trumpet and or tenor and drums. All things considered, a very different take on this classic Trane tune.
Instrumentation: Alto, Tenor, Baritone, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone & Rhythm and optional violin
Grade Level:Difficult
Yes, believe it or not yet another take on “Giant Steps,” John Coltrane’s signature piece along with several others. This was the first completed in a trilogy tribute to Trane (check out Naima also available for 10 piece band). Lots of re-harmonizations, changing meters and challenging ensemble sections present rewarding moments for the band and audience. Solos are for guitar or piano, tenor sax and drums.
Instrumentation: alto, tenor, bari sax, 2 tpts, T-bone, piano, guitar, bass, drums
Grade Level:Difficult
Download Score
Play live demo of Giant Steps
An arrangement of John Scofield’s second line style tune that appear on his CD Groove Elation. The ostinato bass line and drum groove keeps this chart moving right along and the horns evoke a modern Gil Evans sound with doubles on alto (flute) and tenor (soprano). The groove works best when the keyboard player uses an organ/synth sound. Extended solo space for guitar, keyboard and horns if desired. The groove might be challenging for some to achieve but the horn parts are not particularly difficult.
Instrumentation: alto/flute, tenor/soprano, bari sax, 2 tpts, T-bone w/plunger, piano (synth preferred), guitar, bass, drums
Grade Level: Medium-Difficult
A MIDI file is the only demo available at this time.
(10P-009)
Download Score
Play Demo
This arrangement of John Scofield’s title track from the late Miles Davis Album is based losely on rhythm changes with a few twists and in a funky modern style. Gil Evans late style can be heard as influences in this very contemporary chart. Lots of solo flexability includes space for keyboard, guitar, alto and tenor saxophone.
Instrumentation: alto/soprano, tenor, bari sax, 2 tpts , T-bone, piano (synth preferred), guitar, bass, drums
Grade Level: Difficult
A MIDI file recording is the only demo file currently available.
This is a scaled down version of the big band chart that can also be found on Rick Lawn.com (listen to big band chart recorded on Unknown Soldiers by the Third Coast Jazz Orchestra). The chart is essentially the same and serves as a beautiful ballad feature for tenor sax throughout. Alto doubles on flute.
Instrumentation: alto/flute, tenor, bari sax, 2 tpts (dbl flugel), T-bone, piano, vibes, guitar, bass, drums
Grade Level: Medium-Difficult
This arrangement of the title tune from the classic Chick Corea Return to Forever recording is scored for large percussion ensemble and is still in preparation. Check back for details and a recording.
Rudy Wiedoeft was one of the most important early American saxophonists. Popular during the days of early radio vaudevillian times, Wiedoeft was a widely recognized soloist who created a flashy, virtuosic solo repertoire. He was of significant influence on many early jazz saxophonists, though he was not classified as a jazz player.
Rick Lawn’s fun arrangement of Wiedoeft’s classic Sax-O-Doodle can be purchased here after previewing the recording on Outside the Box and downloading the PDF score.
Download Score
Play Demosax-o-doodle
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 mutes in the trombones and scored for flute, 3 clarinets and bass clarinet though an alternate set of saxophone parts is provided (soprano in place of lead alto.
Instrumentation: 5/4/4/4 (alternate set of saxophone parts provided)
Grade Level: Medium
Kendor Music no longer owns the rights to this chart and it is now available here.
Play Demo
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 CD Earth Tones.
Instrumentation: soprano/alto, tenor, bass clarinet, 2 tpts, T-bone, piano, guitar, bass, drums
Grade Level: Medium-Difficult
Download Score
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. Power of Ten recorded this on their CD Earth Tones.
INSTRUMENTATION: Alto, Tenor, (Sop. opt), Bari, 2-Trumpets, trombone, vibes (opt), guitar, piano, bass, drums
DIFFICULTY: Medium
Download Score
Play DemoTapestry