SKU: KJ.ZB408
ISBN 9788402702630. UPC: 8402702630.
A fresh take on the blues, The Accidental Blues is a new look at one of the world's oldest progressions! Interesting melodies and contrasting lines take advantage of the chromatic scale, creating a swinging chart that is challenging yet accessible to intermediate bands.
SKU: KJ.ZB347
UPC: 8402700223.
This 12/8 minor blues was inspired by Duke Ellington's film score for Anatomy of a Murderer.
SKU: KJ.ZB338F
A medium bossa, nova, Tiara is another great introduction to Latin styles for young bands. This selection will make the jazz band sound sophisticated beyond their years.
About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method
The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!
SKU: KJ.ZB422
UPC: 8402702738.
This one swings right out of the gate and never stops. The melody can be played by solo trumpet or by a group of instruments. Saxophone solis and hot ensemble writing - this chart has it all.
SKU: KJ.ZB395F
UPC: 8402702313.
The plunger has a long and storied history in the jazz trombone tradition, and this piece continues that legacy. Keep The Stick is flexible enough to feature a single soloist or the entire trombone section and is a great way to introduce your trombone players to the classic sound of the plunger. The chart swings right from the get-go and the roaring shout chorus will not overwhelm the trumpet section. Stop on down to the local hardware store to get a plunger for your trombone soloist and tell the clerk to Keep the Stick!
SKU: KJ.ZB375F
UPC: 8402701948.
SKU: KJ.ZB313
Jazz Ensemble Chart, Medium Swing.
SKU: KJ.ZB310F
SKU: KJ.ZB447
UPC: 084027047163.
About First Place for Jazz
All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.
SKU: KJ.ZB407F
UPC: 8402702630.
Bradley jumps from the first bar and never lets go. This straight ahead swinger was written as a trumpet feature, but includes solo parts for all instruments. The soulful chord progression sounds hip but is very easy to play over. Brass ranges are moderate, making this a perfect vehicle for the developing or advanced soloist. Full Score.
SKU: KJ.ZB453
UPC: 8402704868.
Here it comes! The flag-waver to end all flag-wavers, this chart is all fun and excitement. Introduce your students to rhythm changes in an exciting and accessible way that will delight your audience. All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.
SKU: KJ.ZB459
UPC: 8402704993.
About Kjos FlexJazz
The FlexJazz series features very easy arrangements with completely flexible instrumentation. Written solos are included for all instruments, and only four players are needed in addition to the rhythm section.
SKU: KJ.ZB375
An instant classic! This straight-ahead swing tune has something for each section in the ensemble: solos for sax, trumpet, and bass; a tasty trombone and bass break; and superb ensemble writing. Combined with Sorenson's unique sense of melody and consummate arranging skills, this chart is a must-have for your next concert!
SKU: KJ.ZB406F
UPC: 8402702628.
Get your performance off to a great start with this exciting opener. Funky riffs are layered on top of each other until the full groove is revealed. Solo changes are easy and can be opened up for as many soloists as you want. Short and exciting -- the perfect opener! Full Score.
SKU: KJ.ZB411
UPC: 8402702639.
A great way to introduce the Dorian mode to young players. This modal chart features a moderate tempo and moderate ranges all around. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Dorian Journey is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.
SKU: KJ.ZB358F
Vertical Vision is a funk style chart and is an excellent introduction to reading 16th note rhythms. Many of the rhythmic patterns are repeated, allowing students ample opportunity to internalize the proper feel. A chart that really grooves!
SKU: KJ.ZB415F
A straight-ahead rocker from Brad Ciechomski. Young players will grab onto the melody immediately. This one starts in the pocket and stays there all the way through.
SKU: KJ.ZB410
UPC: 8402702638.
Want to get into a bayou mood? Developing groups will love this slow snaky reggae which is a musical description of a creature from the black lagoon. A part of the Jazz in Concert Series, Swamp Monster is flexibly orchestrated so that it can be played with as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.
SKU: KJ.ZB436F
UPC: 084027044780.
This modal chart will engage your rhythm section and is a terrific solo vehicle. Clearly marked rhythm section breaks are a key part of the melody, helping to teach this important skill to the rhythm players. Medium tempo but swings like crazy.
SKU: KJ.ZB364
UPC: 8402701651.
Using the Force is a contemporary sounding swing chart that will take your band to the next level of sophistication. The tasteful scoring contrasts hip contrapuntal lines with exciting full ensemble writing. This chart is great for showing off your chops as an ensemble, and will keep your audience's attention from beginning to end. It's the perfect selection for your next concert or festival! Highest trumpet note: A (opt. B).
SKU: KJ.ZB328
This period composition pays tribute to trumpeter Bubber Miley and alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges, both contributors to the legendary sound of the early Duke Ellington orchestra.
SKU: KJ.ZB376
ISBN 9788402701947. UPC: 8402701949.
Kjos is proud to add the talented writing of trumpet player Jamey Simmons to our catalogue. As suggested by its title, this tune is based entirely around the Lydian sound, and will give your students ample time to explore this wonderful sonority in the context of a superbly written chart. Solo opportunities are provided for alto sax and trombone, but you can use this tune to discuss with your entire ensemble the possibilities of soloing over a Lydian chord progression.
SKU: KJ.JZB386F
SKU: KJ.ZB396
UPC: 8402702315.
Georgia trumpet icon John Bradley commissioned this ballad that is a beautiful feature for solo.
SKU: KJ.ZB380F
UPC: 8402701955.
SKU: KJ.ZB356F
UPC: 8402701497.
Tropical Sunrise is a laid-back bossa-nova tune. With a relaxed and unhurried feel, students will learn to pay close attention to dynamic contrasts, especially on the soft side. The capital of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, is known for parties and festivals but it has a quieter side as well. This piece reflects that softer edge.
SKU: KJ.ZB370
UPC: 8402701737.
Rio Nido is based on the bossa nova groove, which originated in Brazil. The feel is relaxed throughout, and played in a very unhurried manner. The song has an AABA form, with the melody being passed between the brass and woodwind sections every eight bars before a short interlude into the solo section. Following the solos, a brief shout chorus is heard before the song recaps at the bridge. The piece concludes with a tag of the last four bars of the song, ending on a unison pitch.
SKU: KJ.ZB328F
SKU: KJ.JZB362F
Gato del Sol is everything a bossa nova should be: subtle, melodic, and always in a relaxed groove. An ample tenor sax solo covering an entire chorus of the tune, plus a montuno, is just one highlight of how the tune unfolds. The contented feel of this chart will have your audience humming along, and smiling all the way home. Highest trumpet note: C.
SKU: KJ.ZB339F
Walrus Walk begins by sounding like a minor blues, but it never quite gets there. This medium tempo swing chart will quickly become a favorite with students. This medium tempo swing chart sounds like a minor blues, but it never quite gets there.
