Kendor Jazz Foundations

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for groups at the very easy level to learn. The approachable blues changes in F...

Inspired by the music of the great Count Basie Orchestra, this is a perfect vehicle for teaching the swing idiom. It features a riff-based tune, lots of full ensemble work, and blues changes. Sample w...

Inspired by the music of the great Count Basie Orchestra, this is a perfect vehicle for teaching the swing idiom. It features a riff-based tune, lots of full ensemble work, and blues changes. Sample w...

Here's a fantastic swing chart that can feature any soloist. Utilizing the call and response technique, the soloist makes a statement and the ensemble answers. Later they switch roles, making this gre...

Looking for a great change of pace chart for your next performance? No Way Out from the pen of George Shutack is the perfect choice. A driving Latin-rock groove, great ensemble writing and plenty of s...

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...

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...

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...

Featuring a solid bass line, an infectious melody, and swinging ensemble figures throughout, this chart really lives up to its name. Articulations and dynamics are clearly indicated to help ensure a s...

This medium swing original pays tribute to the great Peter Sellers and The Pink Panther film series. The relaxed groove and use of fundamental swing figures make it a wonderful teaching vehicle for yo...