Partituras de Doug Beach para Big Band

The chord changes in this strong rock original are an extended blues in the style of Herbie Hancock's Watermelon Man. A sheet of sample solos in transpositions for all instruments is provided, and eve...

Doug Beach has crafted a dramatic ballad the features either Alto Saxophone or Trumpet. The haunting melody over minor changes will be an excellent showcase for your soloist. Doug uses a variety of co...

A lyrical melody and beautiful harmonies combine to create a poignant showcase for trumpet or flugelhorn soloist (written lines included for soloists lacking improvisation experience). Lush voicings e...

This hard driving shuffle will be a hit with groups at many levels. The combination of a strong melody, an infectious groove and an open solo section make this a winning choice for any program. And, t...

Commissioned by friends and parents of the Gower Middle School band program in Burr Ridge, IL, this solid blues chart contains great ensemble writing that keeps everyone involved. While the open solo...

Just as you'd expect to find at a late night diner, this chart serves up a slow, greasy blues -- according to Doug Beach, the greasier, the better! All is built around a down-home, 12/8 feel with a st...

Great scoring and a solid melody make this straight-ahead swing chart a great choice for younger bands. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation and the ensemble writi...

This tribute to jazz legend Buddy Rich is a wonderful way to expose young players to one of the icons of jazz history. Blues based changes help to make this chart accessible to young players while the...

This is a swinging excursion in C minor that the whole band will love. An interesting development section follows the main statement of the melody that builds into a great send-off for the solo sectio...

This music was commissioned by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association for their 2022 8th Grade All-State Band. Clocking in at a medium swing tempo of 136, you will find this chart filled with soli...

This solid bossa/rock tune for developing groups starts and ends strong. Crisp brass punctuations, a steady 8/8 feel, and an expandable solo section are highlights. For soloists lacking the confidence...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody join forces in this driving Latin chart that emulates the music of Horace Silver. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make it...

This addition to the ever-popular Chili Pepper series finds the Pepper visiting some familiar musical territory when a Latin groove is applied to the traditional children's tune Pop Goes The Weasel. C...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make this a perfect vehicle...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this exciting Latin original features a strong melody, open solo space for all (written or ad lib), and plenty of full ensemble work.

The infamous Chili Pepper may have met his match as the notorious Habanero takes center stage. The irresistible Latin feel and catchy melody make this chart great fun for the band and a surefire hit w...

Commissioned by the Immokalee High School Jazz Ensemble in Naples (FL), the burning Latin feel of this tune will ignite any program. With ensemble and melodic lines in all parts and an open solo secti...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this Latin scorcher bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody, samba groove, and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal program ope...

Commissioned by the Cathedral High School in Indianapolis (IN), this solid Latin composition will be a welcome addition to any medium advanced level library. The lyrical melody and full shout chorus p...

This electrifying salsa chart was commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois. A fiery rhythm section groove serves as the foundation for strong sax and brass lines. Brass...

Commissioned by the Augustana College Jazz Ensemble in Sioux Falls (SD), this exciting Latin outing will provide a wonderful change up on your next program. A trumpet solo early in the chart and an op...

Ample use of fundamental swing figures and confidence-building ensemble statements make this very easy swing original a wonderful educational experience. The solo section can be opened up for several...

As the title implies, this one is all about playing with a solid sense of time in the swing idiom. A strong melody and an open solo section further enhances this wonderful teaching vehicle for younger...

This relaxed swing chart featuring fundamental blues figures provides young jazz musicians with the necessary background to move on to more advanced literature. Two sample solos transposed for any ins...