Partitions jazz

The 1964 theme of the classic French film The Umbrellas of Cherbourg has become a popular jazz standard, recorded by dozens of artists. You'll love the charming chromatic melodic theme of watch what h...

Originally written by Johnny Mercer for The Pink Panther in 1963 and covered by Michael Bublé on his Call Me Irresponsible album from 2007, this uptempo classic sizzles with Latin fire. Available sepa...

This classic song recorded in the 30's by Marlene Dietrich gets an update with this accessible setting which opens in a straight-forward 3/4 meter, then moves into a fun 4/4 swing.

The four brothers of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with this tune; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Pari...

Discovery Level 3 Introduce your young choir to this famous jazz classic! Set in an easy swing with great part-writing and craftsmanship! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoicTrax CD. Durat...

Younger and developing mixed and treble choirs will enjoy performing this jazz inflected doo-wop song from the 1930s, but made popular in 1961 by the vocal group the Marcels. A perfect selection for e...

This vocal jazz classic from the iconic group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross offers younger or developing mixed and treble ensembles a chance to build important performance techniques! Lots of unison or tr...

One of the most performed and recorded songs ever, this classic standard will enhance programming for jazz, pop and concert choirs in this well-crafted setting. A gem!

A jazz classic in a barn burner Afro-Cuban setting, provides an exciting and energetic closer to a set, or even a full show. Fun and rewarding for your group to perform, there are opportunities for mu...

First recorded by Nat King Cole and since covered by countless pop and jazz singers and ensembles and used in multiple movies, here is a really cool arrangement in an easy Bossa groove. With a beautif...

Based on Duke Ellington's composition “C Jam Blues” this is a classic, swinging, improvisatory chart. The classic “riff” style is important to know about and great fun to sing.

This classic swing tune was arranged for the Michigan All-State Vocal Jazz Ensemble. Beginning with the rubato intro just right for a soloist to stylize in their own way, it launches into a sweet swin...

Nat King Cole received 28 Gold record awards during his amazing career as a singer, band leader, movie star and TV host. Among his hits are Ramblin' Rose, Too Young, Mona Lisa and of course, Unforgett...

One of the most brilliant melodies constructed over the simple 12 bar blues. Here is a swinging arrangement with room for improvisation from all involved.

A jazz standard in every sense, this Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy Fields' song has received countless performances and cover recordings since 1930. Versatile and lively, this arrangement captures the orig...

Darmon Meader has achieved international recognition for his work with The New York Voices. Here he arranges this beautiful ballad in the style fitting of this iconic ensemble. Lush, contemporary jazz...

This jazz standard by the great Dizzy Gillespie is here arranged using an alternating Latin Swing and a straight swing style. There is lots of room to feature soloists along with an ensemble scat sect...

Here is a hard driving, hard swinging standard that features both your pianist/ combo and your choir. A full one time through the form as an intro really sets the stage for a stylish rendering. Unison...

This classic Duke Ellington song has been recorded by countless jazz performers and enjoyed by millions of listeners. This new, accessible arrangement adds to the repertoire and makes this timeless so...

This classic Duke Ellington song has been recorded by countless jazz performers and enjoyed by millions of listeners. This new, accessible arrangement adds to the repertoire and makes this timeless so...

Irving Berlin was ever the optimist and Blue Skies may be his most up-beat lyric ever. Combined with the easy swing setting by Paris Rutherford and this is a feel good anthem. Your kids will love sing...

The great Harold Arlen wrote this for an unsuccessful Broadway play. But you can't keep a good song down. This has been recorded by Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman and many more. Here is a treatment th...

Introduce your students to the genius of Rodgers and Hammerstein and this classic Broadway tune while teaching them easy swing style. Master Jazz educator Paris Rutherford has created an accessible ja...

Here is a great chart in the style of Krupa and Rich and a super hot arrangement. Try to sit still when you hear this--it can't be done. If you don't have a big band, the showtrax really brings the st...

As long as I'm singing the world is mighty fine. That is a message that rings loud and clear for choristers. Here is an up-beat, driving song from the big band era that captures the spirit of song.