Roger Holmes

Composed in the mid 1950s, Bim-Bom is considered the very first bossa nova! Notably recorded by artists such as Sergio Mendes, Astrud Gilberto, and Stan Getz, Roger's version of this familiar standard...

Roger has given this standards a new shine with contemporary harmonies and an easy rock ballad feel. Fresh!

Roger Holmes does a nice job of capturing the essence of Dizzy's landmark Latin/jazz composition in this easy setting for jazz combo.

This hot swing tune from the legendary Louis Prima is featured on the jitterbuggin' GAP commercial and is also on the new CD The Dirty Dozen by The Brian Setzer Orchestra. Swing is back and this tune...

Recorded by the hottest swing band today, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, this chart epitomizes the energetic frenzy of the current jump swing movement. Along with the crisp ensemble lines, Roger's arrangement...

Perfect for any holiday occasion, here is an appealing and well-known melody set in a medium swing style and featuring classic tutti big band figures.

Perfect for any holiday occasion, here is an appealing and well-known melody set in a medium swing style and featuring classic tutti big band figures.

Recorded by countless jazz artists through the years (including three times by Frank Sinatra), this song features a classic melody and an easy-going medium swing style. Nicely scored here for big band...

One of the true gems from the Ellington catalog of great songs, here is a marvelous setting for vocal soloist with jazz ensemble. The style is slow swing, and the mood is sensuous and lush.

Here's Jerome Kern's fabulous standard in a swinging arrangement by Roger Holmes. Feature one of your student vocal soloists and this will be the highlight of your next concert!

Roger's medium swing setting of this Jerome Kern favorite will be a joy to perform. Great ensemble writing and a powerhouse ending help make this one a must.

Grades 3-4. (Holmes)

Perfect for any holiday occasion, here is an appealing and well-known melody set in a medium swing style and featuring classic tutti big band figures.

Roger's medium swing setting of this Jerome Kern favorite will be a joy to perform. Great ensemble writing and a powerhouse ending help make this one a must.

Here's Jerome Kern's fabulous standard in a swinging arrangement by Roger Holmes. Feature one of your student vocal soloists and this will be the highlight of your next concert!

Recorded by countless jazz artists through the years (including three times by Frank Sinatra), this song features a classic melody and an easy-going medium swing style. Nicely scored here for big band...

Originally recorded by Eartha Kitt in the '50s, this clever holiday favorite has also been recorded by a wide variety of artists in addition to being featured in the movie Elf. Roger's medium swing ar...

Here's an uplifting and fiery arrangement of the patriotic hit made famous by Lee Greenwood. With built-in brass fanfares and extended phrases, this is sure to be a concert highlight. This arrangement...

Currently a hit on the smooth jazz circuit, this tune was originally recorded by Herb Alpert back in 1979. This well-written chart goes down easy and will sound great with experienced players as well...

The title song from the hit Broadway music Bye Bye Birdie features an upbeat early rock 'n' roll style and catchy melody. This arrangement can be performed with or without a vocalist, and has the adde...

The title song from the hit Broadway music Bye Bye Birdie features an upbeat early rock 'n' roll style and catchy melody. This arrangement can be performed with or without a vocalist, and has the adde...