Big Band pour avancés

Great as a program opener or closer, this hard-driving swinger is punctuated by several spicy half-time funk passages that boost momentum and excitement from start to finish. Strong ensemble writing t...

While lots of chart 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 fes...

Written at the medium difficulty, this straight-ahead shuffle will be a winner with groups at a variety of levels. A hard driving groove sets the tone for the blues based melody. The saxophone soli se...

Based on the chord changes to I Got Rhythm, this straight-ahead swing chart for medium level groups will be a winner. Written for standard instrumentation, and solo sheets are provided in all keys. Du...

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 swing chart for medium level groups lets everyone get in on the action. Featuring ample solo space and plenty of full ensemble work, an open solo section features any soloist, with...

This straight ahead swing chart for medium level groups lets everyone get in on the action. Featuring ample solo space and plenty of full ensemble work, an open solo section features any soloist, with...

Here's the perfect combination of a catchy melody, great scoring and all the essential swing figures that medium level groups need to know. A written or ad lib solo section is included for alto and tr...

This tribute to the writing of Don Menza will be perfect as an opener or closer. Once the down beat hits, the excitement never stops on this straight ahead minor swing chart for medium level groups. T...

Commissioned by the Northwestern University Jazz Orchestra (LA) in honor of Bill Causey Jr., this beautiful straight 8th ballad will provide a perfect change of pace on any program. The pensive melody...

Commissioned by the Northwestern University Jazz Orchestra (LA) in honor of Bill Causey Jr., this beautiful straight 8th ballad will provide a perfect change of pace on any program. The pensive melody...

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...

This cooking blues chart will fit perfectly in any program. From the opening bar to the final chord, it keeps everyone involved. The solo section is perfect for opening it up to any player as sheets a...

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...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educator's Association for the 2017 All State Jazz Ensemble, this medium advanced chart provides students with a wealth of learning opportunitie...

Opening with a light waltz in the style intended by Borodin, the music gives way to a medium swing style featuring bucket-muted brass and sax section solis. For best results, good breath support and s...

Opening with a light waltz in the style intended by Borodin, the music gives way to a medium swing style featuring bucket-muted brass and sax section solis. For best results, good breath support and s...

In this uptempo adaptation of the great bebop classic for developing groups, solos are assigned to alto sax and trumpet, with some written solo lines provided to help players lacking extensive improvi...

A super introduction to the iconic Count Basie style from composer Jim Martin.

A super introduction to the iconic Count Basie style from composer Jim Martin.

Commissioned by the Illinois Music Educators Association for their 2002 All-State Jazz Ensemble, this driving swinger for medium bands works well at a variety of tempos (144-196) and gives all section...

Commissioned by the Illinois Music Educators Association for their 2002 All-State Jazz Ensemble, this driving swinger for medium bands works well at a variety of tempos (144-196) and gives all section...

Dedicated to and recorded by trumpeter Nicholas Payton on "Gumbo Nouveau" (Verve), this familiar melody takes on new life in this refreshing swing treatment by Doug Doug Beach and George Shutack. Scor...

Commissioned by Pennsylvania Unit of the International Association of Jazz Educators, a lighter-is-better attitude prevails in this medium-level release. Transparent voicings, creative rhythm section...