Ensemble

Here's a playable yet very effective arrangement of this signature Mingus composition. The familiar bari sax riff is handled by three saxes, and there is also a substantial soli for the entire sax section.

Explore the exciting world of mambo with this Michael Philip Mossman original commissioned by the Delavan-Darien (WI) H.S. Jazz Ensemble. A variety of moods and meters are used and there is solo space for dueling alto saxes, trombone and trumpet. The angular melody and quartal harmonies give this one a distinctive sound, ensuring that your players will have a ball.

John Coltrane's wonderful jazz classic is written in a medium up-tempo swing style and features solid ensemble figures alternating with a small combo (alto, tenor, bari., tpt., tbn.). Includes solos for tenor or trumpet.

Originally a Motown hit for Barrett Strong in the early '60s, and also recorded by the Beatles. Roger's driving chart features the distinctive rhythm section groove and the stop-time section on the melody. Great rock and roll fun.

Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra - Grade 5 Combine the music of the legendary Duke Ellington with the contemporary arranging genius of John Clayton, and get ready to hear Mood Indigo like you've never heard it before! Written in a slow swing style, this smooth chart is written with harmonic sophistication and emotional depth. From the velvety soft passages to the powerful full band hits, this is an impressive setting. Includes solos for trombone and tenor.

Here is a nice change of pace for jazz combo with an easy version of this Ellington favorite.

What better way to introduce the magic of Duke Ellington to your beginning players than with this very easy version of one of the Duke's most revered standards. The style of the original version is preserved with the opening small group statement (alto, tenor, 2 trumpets, and trombone). From there the tune is passed alternately to the full ensemble, sax section, brass section, and finally back to the small group. A real gem!

Here's a new twist on an old classic! If you're looking for something a little different, Mark's fast samba may be just right for you. Features Trombones off the top, then later a sax soli followed by a hot ensemble shout chorus.