Doug Beach

This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opp...

This tribute to Thelonious Monk captures the spirit and sounds of his iconic jazz music. Blues-based changes, sax and brass solis, and an open solo section (written solos provided) are highlights. Sco...

The plunger has been an important effect in jazz since Duke Ellington's band made it a staple in their repertoire. This swing chart gives developing groups a great chance to learn about this unique te...

Commissioned by the Waverly High School Jazz Ensemble (NE) directed by Jim Kucera, this straight-ahead swinger for medium level groups provides an abundance of teaching opportunities. The strong melod...

This straight-ahead swinger was written for medium easy groups, but will work perfectly with groups at many levels. The solid ensemble writing and the blues-based changes will appeal to more experienc...

While lots of charts through the years have been based on the chord changes to 'I Got Rhythm', this straight-ahead swinger for medium level groups is more accessible than most. Perfect for concert or...

Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Jazz Band I, this chart for proficient groups is an even-eighth jazz waltz that features lead alto and guitar (or piano). The lead trumpet player is showca...

Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Jazz Band I, this chart for proficient groups is an even-eighth jazz waltz that features lead alto and guitar (or piano). The lead trumpet player is showca...

Commissioned by the Loveland, Ohio, Music Boosters for their high school jazz band, this blues tune gives directors a great opportunity to teach developing ensembles many of the most basic swing figur...

Commissioned by the Wheeling High School (IL) Jazz Band directed by Brian Logan, this chart is the opening movement of a suite written in memory of music educator Bill Carroll. Bristling with exciteme...

This straight-ahead minor swing original with a memorable melody will be a perfect fit in any program setting. The solid ensemble writing, open solo section (written or ad lib), and roaring shout chor...

Looking for an exciting opener that breaks away from the 12-bar blues format? This medium level swing chart has everything you need! The strong introduction leads right into the exciting minor based m...

Commissioned by the Brockport (NY) High School Jazz Ensemble, this medium level swing chart is a great opener or closer for any jazz program. It contains plenty of full ensemble work and open solo sec...

Inspired by the music of the great Count Basie Orchestra, this is a perfect vehicle for teaching the swing idiom. It features a riff-based tune, lots of full ensemble work, and blues changes. Sample w...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...

As a supplement to the previously published jazz duet books, The Power Of Two, these rhythm section books can be used individually or together in conjunction with the duet books to create 12 charts fo...

With an infectious shuffle-funk groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, Grandview Groove is sure to be a hit on any concert. The open solo section provides plenty of space for your soloists to stret...

La possibilité d'utiliser 1 à 4 instruments solistes fait de ce morceau très facile un excellent ajout à votre bibliothèque. Avec une mélodie amusante et facile à jouer et un groove direct, cet origin...

La possibilité d'utiliser 1 à 4 instruments solistes fait de ce morceau très facile un excellent ajout à votre bibliothèque. Avec une mélodie amusante et facile à jouer et un groove direct, cet origin...

Ce nouveau morceau de Doug Beach est basé sur une ambiance latine entraînante. Avec une mélodie forte, des voicings solides et une section solo ouverte, ce morceau sera non seulement un excellent choi...

Ce nouveau morceau de Doug Beach est basé sur une ambiance latine entraînante. Avec une mélodie forte, des voicings solides et une section solo ouverte, ce morceau sera non seulement un excellent choi...

Ce nouveau morceau de Doug Beach est basé sur une ambiance latine entraînante. Avec une mélodie forte, des voicings solides et une section solo ouverte, ce morceau sera non seulement un excellent choi...

Ce morceau de salsa entraînant sera certainement un succès non seulement pour le groupe, mais aussi pour le public. Le groove contagieux, l'écriture solide de l'ensemble et la mélodie accrocheuse se c...