It's ok to be off! This chart's harmonic structure uses only the last eight bars of a 12-bar blues - the first four bars of a typical blues are missing! - hence the title 1/3 Off. A perfect
A swingin' blues but with a fun twist: 13-bar blues! Suggested solos are written for tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, and some brief drum set fills. The trumpet range is up to a written E top space. Your
Starting with an a cappella saxophone chorus, this chart quickly moves into a B-flat blues with plenty of written or ad-lib solo space for trombone and alto sax. There's a "quiet shout" chorus that builds
A standard that really hits the mark! It begins with a bass solo and a trio of winds takes the head. The lead trumpet range to written B above the staff, and there is solo space for tenor with a sample solo
Here is the trombone section feature you've been looking for! The Sing, Sing, Sing style and ensemble writing will give your trombones plenty to sink their teeth into. The lead trumpet range
This energetic Latin rock chart features a driving beat and a more relaxed half-time feel. Numerous solo opportunities with written solos are provided along with easy, accessible chord changes. There's
There's no better jazz form for aspiring soloists than the blues! Here's a great-sounding original chart written in a medium tempo with a nice swing feel. Saxes take the lead to start out, followed by
Kool and the Gang's timeless #1 hit is available in this wonderful arrangement for young ensembles. The sax scoring sounds full and rich, and the low brass along with bari sax have the chance to really get
Here is a fresh, relaxed swinging arrangement of the beloved Charlie Brown Christmas favorite. Set in 4/4 and scored for small jazz ensemble, this setting shows off rich harmonic writing, hip swinging
This chart opens by layering in players starting with drum set, then adding in the fourth trumpet and continuing to build until the full ensemble is in. With a playful swing feel, it's a great challenge for
Based around the chord changes to Sweet Georgia Brown, this original chart alternates between a half-time shuffle and swing. Excellent use of unison writing. Written solos for tenor sax and
This exciting up-tempo Latin funk chart is perfect for beginning groups. Based on the chord changes to Groove Merchant by Jerome Richardson, this is the perfect closer for your next concert. This
Written in the style of the classic film noir crime dramas of the '40s and '50s, this incredibly hip original chart is an excellent and fresh addition to the jazz ensemble repertoire. A cool, swinging
This swinging introduction to the classic B-flat rhythm changes made famous by Gershwin's I Got Rhythm is a great addition to your library to build up your soloists. With written solos for alto
This straight-eighth ballad is beautiful and bold. Full of emotion, this chart is perfect for working on phrasing and contrast to help bring depth to the performance.
Originally released by the Electric Light Orchestra in 1978, this rock hit has been thrust back into the limelight thanks to its inclusion on numerous movie soundtracks, notably the opening sequence of
The favorite classic rock shuffle - to know it is to love it! Played at a medium tempo, it has written-out solos for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. The trumpet ranges are all reasonable, and there are
Recorded in 1932 by Bennie Moten's own Kansas City Orchestra, this jazz classic was notably stylized by Count Basie in 1940. This easy version is true to the Basie style, featuring tutti ensemble scoring
This is an extraordinary ballad feature for your lead alto. Beautiful, sensitive, and truly captivating, the chart features a suggested written solo section, lead trumpet range to written A above the staff
Wow, this upbeat, swinging arrangement checks all the boxes! The jazzy statement of the tune features hip unison lines with some punchy ensemble support. Modest solo changes or written solos will encourage
You'll be reminded of a familiar theme from a famous musical and have some fun with this minor blues. A nice little bass riff, splashy piano chords, and finger snaps set up this chart perfectly. Great
This is a great-sounding chart that holds the interest and comes together quickly - a superb choice for any concert program! This is a great piece to teach syncopation and Latin rhythms. The melody is first
This irresistible chart has all the creativity and jazz craftsmanship we have come to expect from Mike Tomaro. How does a swing tune with a half-time rock groove sound for creativity? Solo changes for alto
A straight-ahead swinger in the style and vocabulary of the late, great Sammy Nestico, this chart features numerous opportunities to feature soloists (written solos provided for alto sax, trumpet, trombone,