Don Sickler

3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Davis)

Jazz Combo Arrangement: 3 Horns Plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5). This version of the J. J. Johnson classic maintains many of the essential qualities of the original version while adding some new backgrounds...

2 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Dorham).

5 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5)(Hope)

Medium tempo swinger recorded by Don Sickler on his album 'Night Watch' (Uptown UPCD 27. 39).

This is a classic Dexter Gordon composition, a delightful medium uptempo swinger that starts in a 2-feel, then alternates with 4-feel sections. A Tenor Sax player may want to play the 1st part, which...

For 2 horns plus rhythm.

Interesting facets of Coltrane's playing are presented along with eight transcriptions of his solos as recorded on the Blue Note albums Whims of Chambers and Blue Train.

This arrangement of one of Cedar Walton's best-known compositions was arranged for and performed by the Art Blakey Big Band. It features great rhythmic energy, alternating styles between Latin and swi...

3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Dorham)

Jazz-Combo: Septet

This exciting up-tempo composition in the bebop tradition features Trumpet and Alto on the melody with the other horns playing accompaniment figures. From Don Sickler's album Night Watch (Uptown UPCD...

With "Love Remains", renowned publisher Hal Leonard presents an expressive and melodious arrangement for jazz combo. Scored for sextet—featuring three horns and a dynamic rhythm section—this sensitive...

From the Don Sickler album Night Watch (Uptown UPCD 27. 39), this is a great introduction to some of the more diverse directions that jazz composers have taken since the 1950s. Written with Flamenco-t...

trp, as, ts, bs, trb, p, b, dr

Written in a medium swing style, this arrangement features each section as well as the ensemble as a whole. There is also plenty of solo space with comfortable chord changes and a variety of ensemble...

In this engaging medium swing chart by trombone great Curtis Fuller, the melody is first stated by trombone, then enhanced by the brass and sax sections. Don's swinging arrangement features a flexible...

This lovely ballad from the T. S. Monk CD Take One (Blue Note CDP 7 99614) features rich harmonies and a melody that brings out musicality even in young players. All 3 horns trade the melody so everyo...