15 Selections from the Easy Jazz Ensemble Series-Guitar part to fifteen superb selections all expertly arranged for Young Jazz Ensembles.

Professional Editions-Jazz Ens-This Beatles classic is treated to a creative and varied setting in this production number from Richard Tuttobene. The lush chorale-like opening leads to a jazz waltz setting of the main theme featuring a flugelhorn soloist. Thefull ensemble isfeatured in a straight ahead swing section and the slow chorale style from the opening makes a brief yet effective return near the end. A unique tour de force for mature ensembles.

Composed by pianist Victor Feldman this jazz standard has been popular with recording artists ever since Miles Davis famously introduced it back in 1963. Written in an uptempo swing style and featuring the riff-like melody surrounded by fullensemble statements this well-crafted chart is certain to become a staple in the repertoire for jazz groups.

This jazz fusion classic by Chick Corea was recorded by Stan Getz in 1972 and also by Chick Corea with his group Return to Forever on the landmark album Light as a Feather. In this exciting version for mature jazz ensembles Mike Tomaro retains the highly energetic samba feel of the original while adding some creative touches of his own. Solos for trumpet and alto are featured.

As recorded by Count Basie on Prime Time here is the magnificent Nestico flag-waver to end all flag-wavers! Combine a wonderful standard tune with solos for piano and tenor along with some of Sammy's finest ensemblewriting ever and you have a highlight for any concert or festival. Classic chart! (This recording from the Frank Capp Juggernaut recording “Play It Again Sam” on Concord Jazz - CCD-4747-2)

Here is the Mile Davis jazz standard skillfully and uniquely arranged for 6 horns plus rhythm. On the head the saxes take the signature melody line answered by the brass. The open solo section features tasty background figures followed by a tuttiensemble section before returning to the head.

Written specifically for Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul released this as a single in 1967 and it became one of her signature songs. Here's a powerful version for vocal solo and jazz ensemble sure to be a concert highlight! / Partitions jazz

Heres a Sonny Rollins bebop standard that should be in every bands library. Marks chart for young players provides a nice mix of small ensemble sections (3 saxes trumpet trombone and guitar) along with plenty of tutti lines for the entireensemble. Flexible solo opportunities allow you to customize this great-sounding chart to fit your own needs.

Often recorded and performed by jazz artists this tuneful standard by Duke Pearson is skillfully arranged here in an uptempo swing style. Solo duties are shared between trumpet and tenor sax and there is terrific ensemblewriting throughoutincluding backgrounds for the soloists.

You asked for it! Paul Jennings has drawn on his broad experience in jazz education to develop this unique set of warm-ups and exercises based on the blues form and designed especially for developing jazz ensembles. Thisversatile rehearsal 'tool kit' includes: I. BLUESTART (Opening Blues Warm-Up) II. BALANCING ACT (A Blues Balance Builder) III. BLUES WORKOUT (F) IV. BLUES WORKOUT (Bb) V. BLUES BUFFET.

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.

This up-tempo swinger begins with the full ensemble on a quasi improvisation line based on the changes to this well-known Cole Porter standard. Solos for trumpet and flute (opt. tenor) follow along with well structured ensemblebackgrounds. The melody finally makes an appearance near the end interspersed with a small combo as the piece roars to an exciting full-blown finish. (Alto 1 doubles on Soprano Tenor 1 doubles on Flute)

2. Intermediate Level Score Edition Pack-A collection of exciting jazz repertoire for classrooms and concerts at three progressive levels - Initial Intermediate and Advanced. This Score Edition Pack contains: Eight original pieces in a challenging range of styles by leading jazz composers. Score and parts for C B flat E flat and bass-clef instruments plus parts for a rhythm section of piano bass guitar and drums. The parts may be photocopied allowing for flexible ensemble playing. Booklet of detailed performance and rehearsal notes with comments on stylistic and cultural influences.

Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin with the Miles Davis Quintet this jazz standard composed by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for beginning jazzers. With a moderate tempo riff-based melody and non-threatening soloing on the bluesprogression this is the perfect introduction to the music of Miles Davis for your students.

Mark Taylor takes this familiar standard and creates a powerful uptempo flag-waver for mature ensembles. The style slips seamlessly between swing and samba and provides some shining moments for lead trumpet along with the rest of the ensemble. Also featured are solos for tenor sax trumpet piano and drums a sax soli and a screaming ensemble shout chorus. (Recorded by the Mark Taylor Big Band)