Villancicos para Big Band

One of the later and lesser known entries in Thad Jones' expansive catalog of arrangements, '61st and Rich'it' was written as a tribute to the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra's original bassist, Richar...

Arranged by Bill Holman, Prepared by Rob DuBoff and Jeffrey Sultanof Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement Description: Swing - Difficult This classic swinging Bill Holman arrangement was written for the...

Originally recorded in 1975 by Count Basie and titled because Basie loved to eat orange sherbert, this fresh setting features easy registers, strong jazz figures, and a bright, free-swinging style. A...

Instrumentation: standard jazz ensemble (playable by 4 horns plus rhythm section) with opt. flute, clarinet & F horn he combination of a medium groove, essential swing figures, and blues-based harmoni...

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...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2016 All State Jazz Ensemble, this chart provides a wealth of teaching opportunities. The combination of a swingin...

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...

This piece utilizes a variety of rhythmic figures commonly seen in swing charts, and employs a tuneful melody supported by a simple, yet effective chord progression and solid orchestration. Designed t...

A guaranteed way to engage an audience is to play a powerful shuffle chart - this one is the perfect choice. An added feature is the a cappella horns-alone passage in the middle of the piece. A richly...

This clever swing chart is inspired by a YouTube video collage of jazz soloists playing a common sequence of notes, this piece uses 'the lick' in a variety of unison and harmonized permutations. Writt...

In this terrific tip-of-the-hat tribute to Don Menza's famous Groovin' Hard chart, saxes get the major workout, supported by cleverly written brass parts, all in a shuffle swing style. Solos are given...

Originally released in 1956, this easy-level, swingin' arrangement of the iconic Meacham tune opens with a short written alto solo before launching into a satisfying series of sax and brass solis, uni...

A swangin' 12 bar blues in the modern swing style of 2024 New York City. This is the Real Deal, with complex harmonies derived from Thad Jones and John Fedchock. This chart features a lot of section w...

contains one each: SATB, SSAA (opt.), Vocal Solo (opt.)

John Berry has taken this Cole Porter favorite and converted it into a real powerhouse chart for big band. Not just a re-hash of the version recorded by Buddy Rich, this exciting treatment alternates...

This wonderful standard from the '30s receives a fresh and inviting treatment in the hands of John Berry. Featuring a medium swing style that alternates with sections of Latin, creative harmonies, and...

This familiar tune from the 1930s has become a favorite with jazzers over the years. Here's a wonderfully crafted arrangement in the six-horn format that starts out as a relaxed jazz samba, then moves...

Bring infectious Latin jazz flair to your ensemble with the unforgettable classic "My Little Suede Shoes" by jazz legend Charlie Parker! Masterfully crafted in a very accessible arrangement by Paul Mu...

Este arreglo del estándar 'Softly, as in a Morning Sunrise' es realmente delicioso. La caliente canción latina y swing de Dave Rivello entusiasmará y desafiará a la banda. Los solos están escritos o a...

Großartige Samba von Antonio Jobim mit kurzem Swing-Teil, ausgeschriebenem Solo für Tenorsaxophon, Klavierüberleitungen mit Montunas-Figuren und angenehmen Tonumfängen der Blechbläser. Ein hervorragen...

Commissioned by the Sioux Falls (SD) Middle School All City Jazz Band and the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, this chart combines two of the most important styles in jazz -- Latin and swing. Solid...

Originally written in 1920 by Tom Delaney, and recorded over the years by Bix Beiderbecke, the Original Dixieland Jazz Band and many others, this medium-advanced swing/Latin setting commissioned by IM...

Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Education Association for the 2021 Illinois All-State Honors Jazz Band, this Kris Berg chart will be an exciting addition to any library. With f...

Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2016 All State Jazz Ensemble, this chart provides a wealth of teaching opportunities. The combination of a swingin...

Here is a great blend of swing and Latin, done in the inimitable style of Oliver Nelson. It was recorded on the Flying Dutchman label in 1969. This wonderful chart features alto saxophone. 5-4-4-3