Ensemble

One of the most famous rock riffs ever recorded comes from this monster hit by the group Deep Purple. Peter Blair has done a great job of adapting this hard rockin' tune for jazz ensemble. Solid and gritty.

Santana has done a great deal lately to boost the popularity of Latin styles in pop music. This is his big hit arranged by John Berry so even inexperienced bands can have fun with it.

A medium Latin rock groove is featured in this familiar tune originally recorded by Sade. The solo section features easy changes (2 chords) and sample written solos for every instrument. Also included is an optional 8-bar written bass solo.

This latest hit from legendary guitarist Santana is a medium tempo Latin tune that has taken the country by storm. Great groove for jazz ensemble.

As always, Frank Mantooth finds a unique way to treat a great standard. Craftedas a feature for Flugelhorn, this classy up-tempo chart is written in an even 8th note feel with fresh harmonies and great melodic lines. There is plenty for the ensemble to do as well.

Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1-2 Written in a medium swing tempo and based on modal harmonies, this effective original uses question and answer statements between the saxes and brass. The solo section allows young players to focus on a single scale for 8 measures at a time.

From John La Barbera's acclaimed CD On The Wild Side, here is a masterful arrangement of the Miles Davis modal standard. Opening with a chorale, the chart then slips into a classy jazz waltz treatment of the theme including a solo section featuring trumpet and tenor. The climactic ensemble chorus starts soft then builds to a furious level, then the chart winds down to a quiet closing with the saxes. A genuine treat for the ears.

Available now in a very easy version, this Miles Davis classic is a must for bands just starting out. The modal structure teaches the dorian scale and students are introduced to one of the legends of jazz.

Jazz giant Miles Davis is probably best-known for this tune. Alternating between a small combo (alto, tenor, bari.,trumpet, trombone, and guitar) and full ensemble, Mark has created a masterful chart for young players. Improvising is all done on 2 dorian scales. Sample written solos and scales are included. This one should be in every young band's library!