Villancicos para Big Band

Here is an up-tempo and entertaining swing chart from the hit movie The Polar Express. Including crisp ensemble writing with a sprinkling of band vocals, this is a great addition to a holiday concert,...

Using a Basie-style swing treatment, and written in 4/4 rather than the traditional 3/4, here is a great-sounding chart from Mark Taylor that will go together quickly. All sections get a chance to shi...

In a relaxed and swingin' style, here is a very easy arrangement of this well-known TV theme. John's chart is nicely scored for every section of the band. A tune that everyone in the audience will rec...

This well-known theme gets a make-over inspired by the version recorded by Bobby McFerrin. The groove is medium swing with an occasional hint of rock thrown in. An effective treatment for smaller inst...

In contrast to Vince Guaraldi's up-tempo Linus and Lucy (also of Peanuts fame), this theme is a laid-back medium tempo swinger that alternates between a 2 feel and a walking 4 feel. Plenty of tutti en...

Te encantará este arreglo de jazz actualizado del clásico de Henry Mancini. Lo tiene todo: coros de saxo, grito de metales y esa melodía y ambiente familiares. Debería ser una de las favoritas en cual...

The theme song for the delightful Charlie Brown and the Peanuts(R) gang television shows is a wonderful jazz tune by Vince Guaraldi. Kids from 2 to 92 will enjoy this chart, which Tom Davis has skillf...

One of the classic songs from Gershwin's Porgy and Bess! Stylistically based on the famous collaboration of Miles Davis and Gil Evans, this powerful arrangement by Mike Tomaro set in a medium swing st...

Irving Berlin's upbeat show tune reached new heights of popularity with its appearance in Mel Brooks' movie (and new Broadway show) Young Frankenstein. Always an audience favorite, this solid swing ar...

But Not for Me' from Girl Crazy is a superb vocal with a big band chart on a great standard. Features include a vocal range from B-flat below middle C to third space C, lead trumpet range to A-flat, a...

Una magnífica canción de Gershwin para su vocalista femenina. El registro vocal va desde Sol por debajo de Do central hasta la tercera línea de Si bemol. El registro de la trompeta principal va hasta...

A terrific Gershwin song for your female vocalist. The vocal range is from G below middle C to third-line B-flat. The lead trumpet range is to written high B-flat. This chart flows very well and will...

A terrific Gershwin song for your female vocalist. The vocal range is from G below middle C to third-line B-flat. The lead trumpet range is to written high B-flat. This chart flows very well and will...

You can't go wrong with George Gershwin! This new take on the standard tune is filled with dynamic contrasts and engaging harmony. Wonderful interweaving lines work together to showcase this iconic me...

The Jerome Kern classic duet, as recorded by Jane Monheit / Michael Bublé on the album 'Taking A Chance On Love' A superb concept number the great american song book, with a full band instrumental hal...

The Frank Sinatra classic from the all time classic Frank Sinatra/Count Basie/Quincy Jones album 'Sinatra at The Sands'. Original key G modulating to Ab. With original lyrics. One of the best big band...

A vocal chart and slow swing ballad at 70 BPM. The vocal range is G below middle C to A-flat second space. Lead trumpet range is to written A and includes a written-out solo for trombone 2 and optiona...

One of Dameron's most well-known compositions, this arrangement by was done for Dizzy Gillespie's band. This haunting ballad features trumpet and vocal solos.

This easy swing ballad pays homage to the great Neal Hefti and his classic Li'l Darlin', which was written for the Count Basie orchestra and is now standard repertoire in the big band genre. There is...

This easy swing ballad pays homage to the great Neal Hefti and his classic Li'l Darlin', which was written for the Count Basie orchestra and is now standard repertoire in the big band genre. There is...

The Ellington band was famous for laying down a swinging groove and this new chart based on In a Mellow Tone is a great way to introduce this feel to younger ensembles. Featuring clever interplay betw...

This innovative Yasinitsky original showcases trombone soloist throughout. The prevailing ballad style switches to double time swing during the main solo chorus for a refreshing change of pace, and ha...

Shorty Rogers was one of the primary creators of West Coast jazz, both as a composer and performer. Popo is a great example of a cool blues in a medium tempo, with solo space for any player.

Here is a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by Charlie Parker. The chart starts out in a funk style and then alternates with swing sections. Soloists have a chance to improvise in both styles.

This jazz standard was composed by legendary vibraphonist Milt Jackson and recorded notably by Milt with Oscar Peterson on the album by the same name. Opening with the theme played by a small group of...