Vocal Solo with Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3-4 This well-known Latin classic has been recorded by many jazz artists and lends itself to an easy relaxed feel. Written in a very comfortable range for vocalists this exceptional chart by Mark Taylor will bea joy to perform.

Penned by Bobby Timmons and recorded by a number of jazz artists over the years Dat Dere is a great example of soul jazz of the early '60s. This arrangement for small band features alto sax and trumpet on the head a section for open solos and a short ensemble shout at the end.

Recorded in 1977 on the album Heavy Weather, Palladium is a jazz fusion staple from the ground-breaking group Weather Report. Wayne Shorter's dynamic composition is orchestrated here for full jazz ensemble with some added touches from master arranger Mike Tomaro. The open solo section allows anyone to be featured.

Written and recorded by John Coltrane this is one of the landmark tunes in jazz history. Mark Taylor's exceptional setting for full jazz ensemble is a must. The modal nature of this chart makes it very accessible for improvising.

Recorded by Stevie Wonder in 1976 on his acclaimed album Songs in the Key of Life this beautiful song is a good example of combining elements of jazz with pop. Keeping the same easy-flowing shuffle groove of the original Mike Tomaro adapts this very nicely for the contemporary full jazz ensemble.

Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert this energetic tune features an appealing contemporary jazz/rock flare. Saxes take the lead in the beginning supported byfunky riffs from the entire ensemble. Solos are available for any combination of alto sax trumpet or trombone.

Skillfully blending jazz with R&B saxophonist Grover Washington Jr. created a fusion classic with his 1975 recording of this tune. Roger beautifully adapts the soulful lines and hypnotic groove for jazz ensemble in this nicely scored arrangement.

Vocal Solo with Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3-4 This well-known Latin classic has been recorded by many jazz artists and lends itself to an easy relaxed feel. Written in a very comfortable range for vocalists this exceptional chart by Mark Taylor will be a joy to perform.

The arranging genius of Gordon Goodwin is readily apparent in this unique version of Miles Davis' classic. At times a jazz waltz at times straight ahead swinging in 4 the ensemble lines flow effortlessly from style to style.Solo space is available for any combination of alto tenor trumpet or trombone. A marvelous showcase on an important jazz standard. (Alto 1 doubles on flute)

John Lewis (composer pianist and founder of the acclaimed Modern Jazz Quartet) penned Afternoon in Paris in the '50s and it has remained a jazz standard ever since. This nicely crafted version for younger bands opens witha small group on the head and drums on brushes. Solos for trumpet and tenor follow along with full ensemble statements.

John Lewis (composer pianist and founder of the acclaimed Modern Jazz Quartet) penned Afternoon in Paris in the '50s and it has remained a jazz standard ever since. This nicely crafted version for younger bands opens with a small group on the head and drums on brushes. Solos for trumpet and tenor follow along with full ensemble statements.

Epitaph written for a 31-piece ensemble was the masterwork of composer/bassist Charles Mingus. The extended suite is comprised of multiple movements reflecting a wealth of compositional styles (not just jazz) thatdemonstrate Mingus' invaluable contribution to 20th-century American music. Since its last performance 15 years ago additional movements have been discovered that were originally intended to be a part of the work. This unique500-page score includes these “missing movements” along with historical and program notes. Prepared and edited under the guidance of Gunther Schuller and Sue Mingus it provides a monumental resource for study andanalysis. The first jazz composition of such magnitude ever to be published it is presented in this edition as he left it: a summary work a portrait for all time of his life in music. “I wrote it for my tombstone.”- Charles Mingus