Solos for Jazz Alto Sax

This book teams up Grammy winner Lennie Niehaus with the great jazz saxphonist and educator Greg Fishman for a set of exciting jazz solos written for the intermediate sax player. These 14 jazz solos were written to be played with Jamey's popular Volume 54, Maiden Voyage play-a-long and, since they are by Lennie, you know they swing and are fun to play. To make it even better, we've included a play-a-long/demonstration CD with jazz saxophone master Greg Fishman playing the solos with the Volume 54 accompaniment tracks to demonstrate proper jazz feel and interpretation. Lennie writes - Greg plays. You listen, play and learn.

Using a combination of the Brazilian styles Choro Partido Alto and Samba Michael Mossman has crafted this substantial work for mature bands. Solos for alto tenor and trumpet are intertwined with sizzling ensemble lines andpunches. The drum and percussion parts are carefully notated to insure the proper interpretation.

In this Ellington favorite John Berry stays true to the original medium slow swing in a well crafted arrangement that is very playable by inexperienced bands. Alto sax is featured at the top and later the melody is passed off tothe trumpet section. Also included are written or ad lib. solos for alto sax and trumpet.

Score and Parts-Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 From America's jazz master Duke Ellington comes this hauntingly beautiful ballad. Mike Tomaro's outstanding setting features a lush ensemble sound plus solos for Alto Saxophoneand Piano.

Young Jazz Ensemble-Recorded by The Crusaders back in 1979 here is a funky version of this hit that will add excitement to any concert. In the same style as the original this solid chart features the saxes on the head solos for alto and trumpet and an driving full ensemble finish.

Little Big Band series-In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor this medium uptempo jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly in this 6-horn format. Carefully using the combination of saxes and brass to full advantage this one swings hard from startto finish. Includes solos for alto and guitar. (Grade 3)

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.

Using an Afro-Cuban style alternating with an authentically notated cha-cha groove composer Michael Philip Mossman adds a hint of Egyptian mystery (Dance of da Nile?) in creating this marvelous production number for today'sadventurous jazz ensemble. Includes solos for alto and trumpet as well as space to feature Latin percussion and/or the drummer.

Young Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3 Recorded by the Fabulous Thunderbirds and used in TV advertising this rockin' tune will liven up any concert. This chart gives every section a chance to play the melody and includes written or ad lib. solos for alto trumpet and trombone.

Easy Jazz Ensemble - Grade 2 Without losing the essence of this Dizzy Gillespie masterpiece Mike has crafted a marvelous chart for young players using safe ranges and moderate rhythms. You'll still find the trademark alternating from Latin to swing as well as written or ad lib. solos for alto and trumpet.

Over the years this classic standard from the '30s has been recorded by countless jazz artists and big bands. Here in the hands of Michael Sweeney is a medium swing chart designed for young players that features a nice mix offeature spots for saxes as well as brass. Includes short written or ad lib solos for alto sax and trumpet. (Includes CD)

Designed to teach jazz basics to students with 1-2 years playing experience (but no prior experience playing jazz) Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble is great for individual or classroom use. · Teaches the basics of swing style in a step-by-step approach using well-known songs · Improvisation made easy starting with simple two-measure phrases · Scales and basic theory introduced in an easy-to-understand format · Play-along tracks for every exercise included · Seven full band arrangements · Sample solos · Jazz history and people Book also includes My EE Library* ( myeelibrary.com ) - Instant Stream/Download/Audio CDs* * Internet access required for My EE Library (book includes instructions to order free opt. CD-ROM)

Composer/arranger Carl Strommen has proven he has the right stuff to write for younger bands. This light and easy Latin original starts simply and builds. As it builds, you may recognize the chord progression to the classic pop tune, Sunny. The cowbell helps maintain the energy and drive for this chart, the solos for alto sax and trumpet are written or ad-lib, and the brass ranges are modest. Additional percussion parts can be added if desired. The lower instruments have an easy yet meaty part in this chart. The bottom line is a quality chart that's fun to play, educational and well received by the audience. This title is available through SmartMusic. (3:50)

Here is THE hot version of this swing standard arranged by Jeff Tyzik as recorded by Doc Severinson and the Tonight Show Band. With a dressed-up feel and solos for alto tenor and trumpet this timeless classic never sounded so good!

George Stone's medium swing setting of this familiar standard features lush ensemble writing with short solos for Alto and Tenor. Beautifully orchestrated and easy on the chops.