Partituras de Kendor para Big Band

As one of the most important American music forms, the blues is an essential concept for developing students who are learning about jazz improvisation and ensemble playing. This easy level swinger has...

Here is a great easy level chart for teaching the swing idiom to young players. With an abundance of basic swing figures and articulations, a strong melody, and solid ensemble writing, this chart has...

Here is a great easy level chart for teaching the swing idiom to young players. With an abundance of basic swing figures and articulations, a strong melody, and solid ensemble writing, this chart has...

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...

Here's one to ensure your swing chops are in good working order. Commissioned by noted jazz educator Dr. John Bradley, this chart is a wonderful vehicle for sharpening both ensemble and solo skills. W...

This energetic swing original gives developing players the opportunity to experience the minor blues form. The strong melody and solid rhythmic groove complement the full ensemble work as intensity bu...

This laidback cha-cha will cool off any program with its smooth groove and infectious melody. A written solo for first tenor is provided, but in his score notes Mike gives directors the option of exte...

Commissioned by the Lawrence University 2010 Jazz Weekend (Appleton, WI), this work features a straight 8th-note groove which creates a unique setting for creative solo work and exciting ensemble play...

This medium level swing chart in 3/4 time is a wonderful vehicle to learn about playing a jazz waltz. Great melody, gospel changes and terrific ensemble writing all combine to make this a must for any...

This medium level swing chart in 3/4 time is a wonderful vehicle to learn about playing a jazz waltz. Great melody, gospel changes and terrific ensemble writing all combine to make this a must for any...

This medium level swing chart in 3/4 time is a wonderful vehicle to learn about playing a jazz waltz. Great melody, gospel changes and terrific ensemble writing all combine to make this a must for any...

The rubato introduction is the calm before the storm before this chart breaks into a burning samba groove. Crisp ensemble work keeps the excitement level high throughout, and written or ad lib solos f...

Inspired by the music of Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays, this relaxed bossa casts piano in the primary solo role, with tenor sax taking a solo chorus midway through. Though the chart is relatively quiet, r...

Inspired by the music of Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays, this relaxed bossa casts piano in the primary solo role, with tenor sax taking a solo chorus midway through. Though the chart is relatively quiet, r...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educator's Association, this Basie-style swing chart is based on the chord changes to the jazz standard Sunday. Rich voicings and solid swing fi...

Emulating the music of Bob Brookmeyer, Maria Schneider and Gil Evans, this creative original opens with a haunting melody played by solo flugelhorn before the burning swing groove kicks in. Solo choru...

Emulating the music of Bob Brookmeyer, Maria Schneider and Gil Evans, this creative original opens with a haunting melody played by solo flugelhorn before the burning swing groove kicks in. Solo choru...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2012 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this is Chris Madsen's first chart for Doug Beach Music. A great change of...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2012 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this is Chris Madsen's first chart for Doug Doug Beach Music. A great chang...

As recorded in 1971 by Buddy Rich on the album A Different Drummer (RCA Victor), this irresistible jazz waltz is a huge treat for bari sax soloists who seldom get the chance to step into the spotlight...

As recorded in 1971 by Buddy Rich on the album A Different Drummer (RCA Victor), this irresistible jazz waltz is a huge treat for bari sax soloists who seldom get the chance to step into the spotlight...

As recorded in 1972 by Buddy Rich on the album Stick It (RCA), this delightful jazz waltz gives solo work to tenor (or soprano) sax and trombone. Use of optional flutes by saxes and harmon-muted trump...

As recorded in 1972 by Buddy Rich on the album Stick It (RCA), this delightful jazz waltz gives solo work to tenor (or soprano) sax and trombone. Use of optional flutes by saxes and harmon-muted trump...

Written for and dedicated to the great Doc Severinsen, this trumpet feature in a variety of styles -- expressive, swing, jazz waltz, samba -- provides two solo parts -- one as played by Doc, and anoth...

Thissetting of the classicWayne Shorter tune features open solos for piano, bass or guitar, and tenor sax.When played with good intonation and balance, tight harmonies in the horn parts will yield imp...