Rick Stitzel Partitions pour big band

One of the most enduring compositions from Miles Davis' early career is this medium swing tune recorded on the 1954 album Walkin'. In this terrific chart for younger players, Rick Stitzel uses some ni...

Although everyone plays it, Jingle Bells was never as hip as in this jumpin' and jivin' swing version from Rick Stitzel. Not just your run-of-the-mill token holiday offering, you won't find anyone in...

Tirée du film qui a captivé l'imagination de tous, voici la chanson à succès Let It Go habilement arrangée pour de jeunes groupes de jazz. Les trompettes reprennent la mélodie en premier, suivies par...

From Disney's animated hit movie Frozen and sung by Olaf the snowman, this entertaining song features a light 'soft shoe' style that adapts quite naturally for jazz ensemble. With skillful trading of...

Although he wasn't the first to record this familiar rock ballad, George Benson was responsible for its widespread popularity thanks to his huge hit recording in 1976. Beautifully arranged for vocal s...

Recorded by The Crusaders back in 1979, here is a funky version of this hit that will add excitement to any concert. In the same style as the original, this solid chart features the saxes on the head,...

An up-tempo rockin' style, call-and-response playing, and hot horn riffs are all a part of this arrangement of the Ray Charles classic. The legend of Ray lives on through tunes like this that never se...

Originally recorded in the '70s, Bill Withers' distinctive slow rocker has become a classic. The minor mode adds to the flavor, and Rick's version for young players skillfully passes the melody from s...

Enregistré par Guns N' Roses dans les années 80, ce rocker est devenu un classique et on l'entend souvent à la télévision et au cinéma. Arrangé ici pour des musiciens plus jeunes, il conserve le dynam...

Recorded by Queen, this classic hit features a medium tempo shuffle style and an infectious upbeat feel. The melody is traded around the band and the saxes take the lead in the stop-time clapping sect...

Lady Gaga is currently riding the wave of popularity with catchy tunes and a stunning style. Here is one of her signature hits in a terrific version for jazz ensemble. Solidly scored and fun to play!

La ballade à succès d'Adele s'adapte bien aux jeunes musiciens dans cet arrangement bien rythmé de Rick Stitzel. Un solo de saxophone alto ouvre le bal, puis la mélodie passe aux trombones et enfin à...

Mariah Carey's holiday hit remains a favorite year after year. In the hands of Rick Stitzel, this medium swing chart features easy rhythms and reduced ranges for younger players. Sure to sound great w...

Cette ballade envoûtante des années 40 a été rendue célèbre par la chanson thème de l'émission télévisée Mike Hammer. La section des saxophones est ici à l'honneur, tandis que les cuivres ajoutent des...

Henry Mancini was a master of melodies and this is one of his best. Rick's easy arrangement is in 3/4 and features skillful scoring and rich harmonies.

Finally, this Ellington classic is available for even the most inexperienced bands. For starters, this version is in Bb rather than C. Rick features the saxes on the melody with inventive brass counte...

With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band's favorites. There's plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn...

Le monde du jazz pleure la disparition du pianiste et compositeur britannique George Shearing, décédé en 2011. Voici sa composition la plus célèbre dans un arrangement soigneusement conçu pour les jeu...

Voici une version facile de ce favori latin, arrangée dans un style boléro modéré. Les trombones sont à l'honneur sur le thème d'ouverture et l'ensemble est très bien écrit pour les jeunes musiciens t...

Carefully utilizing every section of the band, here is a skillfully arranged version of this jazz favorite recorded by Illinois Jacquet and also Count Basie. Featuring a medium swing style and phrases...

Recorded by both Louis Armstrong and Bobby Darin in the 1950s, this iconic standard has remained popular through years recorded by countless jazz artists. This arrangement for beginning jazz bands fea...

Written for Frank Sinatra (and the title track of his 1958 album), this tune epitomizes the cool sounds of the swing era. Here's a smartly scored version for beginning bands, written with modest range...

Composed in the '50s, this entertaining holiday tune has been recorded notably by Kay Star, and more recently the Brian Setzer Orchestra. A dynamic and swingin' addition to any holiday concert!

Need something that goes together quickly for that holiday concert that still sounds great? Rick Stitzel's easy Latin-style arrangement of this Christmas classic has plenty of tutti playing for the en...

This well-known standard is usually performed as a duet and has been recorded countless times over the years, and notably in the holiday movie favorite Elf starring Will Ferrell. This charming arrange...