Ce fouet rythmée est devenu l'indicatif pour le Mingus Big Band. Elle s'ouvre avec un solo roue libre de sax baryton et passages tonitruante ensemble de fonctionnalités et improvisations de groupe. Vous ne trouverez pas ce graphique sur les stations de radio facile-écoute ! / Scores

This clever tune by George Gershwin has long been a favorite with jazz musicians. Mark's upbeat swing setting is a true showcase for the entire ensemble, with inventive tutti ensemble passages interspersed with brief solos for trumpet, tenor sax, trombone, and alto sax.
The Little Big Band Series features arrangements that are: Scored for 6 horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, trombone) plus rhythm section; Include additional optional parts for alto, tenor and trombone; Perfect for smaller programs, or additional ensemble opportunities. / Partitions classique / Ensemble et orchestre / Ensemble vents / HAL LEONARD

From the Mingus Big Band CD Gunslinging Birds here is an unpredictable romp for mature bands. Exploring a wide mix of seemingly unrelated sections the genius and eccentricity of Mingus is apparent as the piece comes together ingrand fashion finally settling in on a medium swing groove (for a while).

Recorded on the Grammy-nominated CD “I Am Three” by the Mingus Big Band this composition was originally written by Mingus for a 1959 television drama. Arranged here for the Mingus Big Band by the late great JohnStubblefield the chart opens with a bluesy piano introduction followed by an accelerando that kicks into a high-energy shuffle groove. Solos are included for tenor sax trombone trumpet and piano. A sizzling ensemble shout andgroup improvisation bring it all to an exciting finish!

Par BRICUSSE LESLIE. Arranged for the new easier level of the Little Big Band Series, this familiar standard is set in a slow and sultry swing style with the melody traded between the saxes and trumpets. A great choice for younger players in a smaller group format. / Date parution : 2023-01-24/ Répertoire / Big Band

Par VAN HEUSEN JAMES. Arranged in a comfortable medium swing style and featuring easy rhythms and ranges, this popular standard fits nicely in the easy level of the Little Big Band Series. Nice scoring for the entire ensemble, and no solos are required. / Date parution : 2022-11-29/ Répertoire / Big Band

Par GERSHWIN GEORGE / TAYLOR MARK (Arr.). This clever tune by George Gershwin has long been a favorite with jazz musicians. Mark\'s upbeat swing setting is a true showcase for the entire ensemble, with inventive tutti ensemble passages interspersed with brief solos for trumpet, tenor sax, trombone, and alto sax. The Little Big Band Series features arrangements that are: Scored for 6 horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, trombone) plus rhythm section; Include additional optional parts for alto, tenor and trombone; Perfect for smaller programs, or additional ensemble opportunities./ Répertoire / Big Band

Par HART BRUCE. This well-known television theme has long been a favorite with jazz artists. Mike Tomaro's moderate swing version features a nice blend of scoring between the saxes, brass, and full ensemble in an appealing arrangement. Solo space is provided for any player. (Grade 4) / Date parution : 2021-12-09/ Répertoire / Big Band

Mingus loved the blues and this powerful and highly energized arrangement from the CD Live In Time is a staple in the book of the Mingus Big Band. It features the signature bass line scored for the lower voices and full ensemblelines that really roar. Can be played as fast as you dare!

From the Mingus Big Band CD Live In Time this is one of the most creative charts in the band's book. Don't be fooled by the apparent normal sounds at the beginning as this multi-styled production number gets a little out of control later on!

Here's the huge hit recorded by Average White Band in 1975 in a funky setting for small band.

Here is a classic mambo from Latin master Tito Puente. Rick Stitzel's easy version is authentic sounding and includes solid full band writing and solos for tenor and/or trumpet. The rhythm section parts are carefully notated including the piano montuno. Marvelous Latin sounds for younger players!

Ouverture avec une vamp shuffle avec des couches de riffs ajoutés comme l'intensité s'appuie, cet arrangement de centrale électrique du CD acclamé ' Je suis trois ' fleurit dans un cri carrément adultes ! / Scores

Written with a Grainger-like sensibility and an Irish charm Billy Joel's emergence as a serious composer includes this beautiful air. The lyric opening featuring optional Piano and solo for English Horn (or Alto Sax) leads to an invigorating dance-like movement with creative rhythmic and harmonic devices. Challenging for each section yet certainly attainable and well worth the effort.