Dizzy Gillespie

Dizzy Gillespie was a pivotal figure in the connection between Jazz and Afro-Cuban music. This exciting chart explores this relationship combining authentic Cha Cha and Bembe with straight ahead swinging jazz. A tenor sax solo isfeatured and look for some quotes from Dizzy's original recordings.

One of the bebop classics that defined an era Groovin' High (arranged here by Rick Stitzel) is a great introduction to the music of Dizzy Gillespie for your younger players. With careful attention to ranges and tempo this chartis very playable and features solos for trumpet and alto.

Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Without losing the essence of this Dizzy Gillespie masterpiece Mike has crafted a marvelous chart for young players using safe ranges and moderate rhythms. You'll still find the trademark alternating from Latin to swing as well as written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.

Written for and recorded by the U.S. Air Force Airmen of Note Joe Jackson director John Wasson has created a stunning and unique setting of this long-standing jazz classic. The chart is filled with twists and turns blazingensemble passages and also features solo space for two alto saxes (optional alto sax and trumpet). For the mature band here is a real showstopper.

Arr. Michael Philip Mossman. Par GILLESPIE DIZZY. / Niveau : 4 / Répertoire / Jazz Combo

Arr. Mark Taylor. Par GILLESPIE DIZZY. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble