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Written in Kendor Konvertible format, this medium easy original is set in a straight eighth note feel, built around a series of rhythms and chord changes that keep repeating throughout the chart - hen...

This chart is a happy, fun tune with a funky, infectious groove. Accessible, easy to read rhythms will help developing bands grasp the half-time funk feel. The suggested solos are offered as a guide,...

If an exciting, yet approachable salsa chart will round out your concert program, check out this spicy number! Dedicated to Ned Corman, Director of the Commission Project of New York, this zesty origi...

A driving Salsa chart with lots of intensity that just doesn't let up! A short alto sax/trumpet duet is featured along with plenty of unison sax and brass lines. An ad lib' or 'as is' solo is provided...

Here's a suave Latin tune designed to feature your tenor sax and trombone soloists. A memorable melody is supported by sophisticated, yet accessible harmonic motives throughout. Authentic Latin device...

Try this bright Latin chart for developing groups featuring solos for piano, and the two cats alluded to in the title - namely alto saxophone and trumpet. Even if you use the minimum instrumentation o...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this selection for developing groups set in a bright Latin feel. The introduction played by piano...

We welcome California jazz educator Mike Dana to the Kendor family of writers with this spirited Latin original for developing groups. Containing reasonable ranges and rhythmic figures, plus an exciti...

This irresistible Latin rock original has a happy attitude that's sure to catch the ears of developing jazz stars. The trumpet section is featured, and solos are provided for trumpet and tenor saxopho...

Continuing with his great contributions to literature for developing jazz groups, Les Sabina offers this catchy samba designed to give students a firm grasp of the exciting music of Brazil. The smooth...

Here's an accessible original featuring a tuneful melody and a variety of common calypso rhythmic figures. This chart, designed to make developing groups sound their best, includes thoughtfully prepar...

This straight-ahead swinger for developing groups incorporates touches of the blues and some misterioso voicings for a fresh, unique sound. Saxophones and brass trade melodic phrases, and a written or...

Developing jazz bands will love this moderate swing composition by film composer Lennie Niehaus. Important jazz concepts that should be in every aspiring jazz musician's vocabulary are taught and rein...

This medium swing chart for developing groups by Miami-based writer Mike Lewis is the perfect chart for tightening up your band's concept of ensemble skills, particularly blend and phrasing. Both teno...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this Les Sabina offering. The title of this swing original refers to the confidence-building bloc...

Why not add this terrific tenor sax feature to your next program? Notated rhythms, abundant articulation and dynamic markings, and the written or ad lib tenor solo are highlights in this medium fast s...

Set in a moderate swing style, this solidly scored original by film composer Lennie Niehaus is a welcome addition to developing jazz ensemble literature. A strong introduction sets up the melody, whic...

Here's a relaxed swing tune for developing groups that features solos by the lead alto sax and trumpet players. Some nice melodic statements from the pianist are also included. This well-scored origin...

This engaging, straight-ahead swinger for developing groups is dedicated to two tenor saxophone giants: Stanley Turrentine, whose biggest hit was Sugar, and John Coltrane, affectionately known as Tran...

Here's a great moderate swing style feature for developing sax soloists. The soloist may improvise or perform the suggested solos, and interludes and a shout chorus gives the soloist sufficient rest....

Featuring a unison tenor/trumpet melody in the classic hard bop style, this fast-moving, medium-easy minor blues relies on block voicings and straightforward melodic figures to build confidence in you...

The infectious New Orleans 2nd line street beat will surely capture your audience's attention when this fun, happy original for developing groups is performed at concerts and festivals. Solid ensemble...