Begin the Band #2: Ensemble: Score & Parts

Here's a terrific piece for beginning bands to learn to play together in a light rock style. This is also an excellent teaching tool for major scale based improvisation. Your band will sound great in a hurry with this one!

Used as the theme song for the popular Drew Carey Show this vintage rocker is high energy from beginning to end. Carefully scored for beginning bands by Paul Murtha.

This is the song that every band wants to play and this very easy arrangement makes it possible for even beginning jazz ensembles. Don't miss out on the fun!

Grade 1.5What better way to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored arrangement by Michael Sweeney? Even at this easy level this chart really swings and will soundgreat with limited rehearsal time. Your pianist gets a rare chance to shine as he or she is featured on the melody while the ensemble answers. Later every section gets to play the melody and there is a solo section for any sax.The final section starts softly with saxes alone then builds as various layers are added. A great-sounding chart for beginning bands.

This laid-back arrangement of Jerome Kern's Katy-Did is great for establishing an easy groove. Some optional plunger work for the trumpets can really add to the style. Ideal for introducing the band to some more complex harmonies while staying well within the abilities of your beginning jazz ensemble. A great arrangement!

Discovery Jazz ? Grade 1.5Here's a classic from Benny Goodman and the swing era that belongs in every beginning band's library. Great for teaching style this very easy arrangement features the brass on the melodyand the saxes playing the trademark counterline. Also included are written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.

Written in a medium swing style with an instantly appealing melody and solid ensemble scoring this arrangement will make beginning bands sound great with limited rehearsal time. Great tune in a fun setting.(Includes full performance CD)

Written in a classic Basie style this medium tempo chart is based around the B-flat blues and features easy-to-learn characteristic swing patterns. A great way to introduce beginning bands to swing style! (Includes full performance CD)

Discovery Jazz-Here's the sultry jazz hit made famous by Peggy Lee in an outstanding setting for beginning bands. This bluesy chart in a medium tempo is sure to be an enjoyable one for young players.

Originally recorded by Lynyrd Skynyrd this is one of the most powerful arena rock tunes of all time. Opening in a rock ballad style the chart then finishes with a driving rock vamp that can be used as a flexible solo section.Skillfully arranged for beginning bands this is sure to be a favorite. (Includes CD)