Ensemble

Professional Editions - Grade 5 Few big band standards have a recognizable hook as strong as this time-tested Woody Herman theme song. Here's the authentic edition opening with the famous ensemble riff followed by a parade of soloists. The full ensemble closes it out with the trademark half-step modulations. The swing era at its best!

Written in a medium-tempo, swing style, the saxes take the lead in the beginning answered by screaming brass figures. Soprano sax and a solo trombone engage in an ongoing bluesy dialogue interspersed with swingin' passages for the entire band. All masterfully arranged by Sy Johnson. Recorded live by the Mingus Big Band

Recorded by Eurythmics in 1985, here is an exciting up-tempo rock chart featuring hot ensemble licks and a relentless rhythmic pulse.

What is it about some musicians and performers who consistently achieve success? Are they the best performers? Did they have the best teachers? Do they have the best professional contacts and connections? Is it just coincidence? Of course not! Dr. Steve Zegree of Western Michigan University, choral arranger and conductor of Western Michigan's Gold Company has developed this practical guide for performers, students, teachers and parents which offers fundamental philosophies and concepts that are essential to a person's growth and development and will contribute to a successful professional life in music. More than just the basics, more than a prescribed curriculum, and more than just getting in front of an audience to go through the motions of what you did in rehearsal - call it the Wow Factor - there is something for everyone in this book! And, as a special bonus, Chapter 8 offers interviews with great performers from all facets of the music industry including: Simon Carrington, Nick Lachey, Ward Swingle, Roger Emerson, Mac Huff, Liza Minnelli and many more! Topics include: Chapter 1: The Wow Factor: The Framework Chapter 2: How to Practice and Rehearse for The Wow Factor Chapter 3: How to Prepare a Wow Audition Chapter 4: Ifs, Ands or Buts - and Rules to Live By Chapter 5: Don't Go to Your Face: Putting the Polish on Your Performance Chapter 6: How to Educate and Entertain Chapter 7: How to Win on NBC's Clash of the Choirs Chapter 8: Wow Perspectives: The Interviews Chapter 9: Coda

Young Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3 Recorded by the Fabulous Thunderbirds and used in TV advertising, this rockin' tune will liven up any concert. This chart gives every section a chance to play the melody and includes written or ad lib. solos for alto, trumpet and trombone.

Originally a pop hit for The Police in the '80s, Mike Tomaro uses extensive reharmonizations and creative timbral shadings in this marvelous adaptation. The groove is slightly slower than the original but just as effective. Solo space is included for piano and alto sax.

It's a World Wide Web of entertainment and it's just waiting for you to surf it up and cruise the net over to your favorite site! Whether it's classic hits, movies, TV, or the latest in the world of recording, this high-tech choral medley lets you in on the latest in show business and music. With choreography by John Jacobson and five flexible sections, this show will be a super concert feature from the time you boot up 'til you log off. Sections include: Opening; Old Time Rock & Roll (Musical Classics); Turn Me On (Television); Lights, Camera, Action (Movies); The Hits Keep Rollin' (Records); Reprise. Available: SATB Director's Score, SAB Director's Score, 2-Part Director's Score, SATB Singer's Edition, SAB Singer's Edition, 2-Part Singer's Edition, Director's Kit (includes instrumental parts and SATB score), Preview CD, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 31:00.

Grade 2. (Sweeney)

Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 Although bebop master Charlie Parker is known for his blazing improvisations and advanced melodies, this is one of his most approachable and melodic compositions. Lending itself perfectly to a big band setting, and in the hands of Mark Taylor, this swingin' tune becomes an impressive-sounding chart for jazz ensemble.