This original for proficient groups is the title track from a recent recording by the H2 Big Band (Jazzed Media 1053). Based on the chord changes in the jazz standard You're My Everything, it features...
Originally featured on the Yellowjackets CD Altered State, this new big band version was commissioned by East Carolina University and is scheduled to appear on an upcoming Bob Mintzer Big Band CD. Ele...
This beautiful tenor sax feature was originally written for the Jaco Pastorius Word Of Mouth Band, then recorded in 1986 by the Mintzer Big Band on Camouflage (DMP). Playable by proficient groups, it...
As recorded by the Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Big Band on the album Road Time (RCA), this swingin' blues shuffle for experienced players has it all - strong ensemble choruses, sax and brass section...
Get down and get funky! Lots of punchy brass and a hip, modern rhythm section groove are two of the components that make this Funk-rock chart a winner. There is a suggested written solo for Guitar wit...
Commissioned by the Gates Chili High School Jazz Ensemble in Rochester, New York, this original for proficient groups alternates between a Latin and straight 8th-note feel, and draws on the ascending...
As recorded by Buddy Rich on his Swingin' New Big Band album (Pacific Jazz), this classic chart features great sax solis, an irresistible ensemble shout, and solos for trombone and tenor. A modulation...
Your band (and audience) will love this intriguing new chart from Australian composer Cam McAllister. Beautiful and evocative this work, inspired by the music of Africa, moves through several extended...
Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Jazz Band I, this chart for proficient groups is an even-eighth jazz waltz that features lead alto and guitar (or piano). The lead trumpet player is showca...
As recorded by Buddy Rich on the album of the same name, this 'fat-back' rock classic begins with a repeated vamp featuring solo guitar and/or piano before a horn trio -- alto, tenor, trumpet -- paves...