Catalog Number: MTM-25-14073
Description: This brooding minor blues tune is an original by drummer
Stockon Helbing. Enjoy the softer sound of big band, with these light textures and contrapuntal lines that swerve together to highlight this tune's distinct dark vibe. Great for high school and college bands. Two versions of this chart are included: intermediate/pro bands and one for high school level.
Top Note Trumpet: 2nd ledger B
Top Note Trombone: 3rd ledger A
Mutes: Harmon, Cup
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum Set
Catalog Number: MTM-51-14049
Description: An unconventional Jazz/Rock groove in 3|4 that is NOT a waltz.
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone:
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Trumpet, Tenor Saxophone, Piano, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-51-14048
Description: A fun and funky swung eighth notes tune about a turtle named Aquarius.
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone:
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Trumpet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-51-14047
Description: A "cool" medium swing song in the Miles Davis vein.
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone:
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Trumpet, Tenor Saxophone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-85-14027
Description: 2014 marks the bicentennial of the U.S. National Anthem. This arrangement sticks to the traditional melody and phrasing of the anthem, with several meter changes that allow the phrases to breathe. Starting out as a traditional brass chorale with a slight reharmonization, the saxophones join in and Alto 2 takes the lead on a gospel-tinged bridge. It closes out with a broad, full-ensemble finale that is sure to bring any audience to its feet. Very playable by jazz ensembles of any level. Written for and performed by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights.
Top Note Trumpet: C 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: G 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-85-14026
Description: This song has a curious, lyrical melody over a unique set of chord changes that flows naturally, but not predictably over a slow straight-eighth jazz feel. Flugelhorn, baritone saxophone & guitar share the melody as well as the solo space. An easy read that has a modern sound, it's very playable by intermediate ensembles. Performed by the New York All-State Jazz Ensemble. Recorded by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights on "Commissions 2006."
Appears On: West Point Band’s Jazz Knights – “Commissions 2006”
Top Note Trumpet: F 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: Ab 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: Alto 1: Flute; Flugels optional for trumpet section
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-85-14024
Description: Commissioned by the Brockport, NY High School Commission Project 2009-2010, Cancion del Diablo Azul is a high energy latin-infused piece sure to be a favorite of both the band and audience alike! Featuring a breakdown section that builds in layers to a powerful send-off for an open drumset/percussion solo - it's a great piece to feature all of your percussionists! Open solo space over simple chord changes in each horn section, as well as written out rhythm section parts make this an enjoyable chart for schools and intermediate ensembles.
Top Note Trumpet: B 5 (written)
Top Note Trombone: G 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-25-14012
Description: This funky hip-hop shuffle is fun for the audience and a great vehicle to feature your tenor player. This chart was commissioned for the Taylor High School Jazz Band under the direction of Bruce Melville. Great for high school and college level bands.
Top Note Trumpet: 2nd ledger C
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger Bb
Mutes: Harmon (Trumpet)
Doubles: Electric Bass, Electric Piano (opt.)
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trumpet 5, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone 1, Bass Trombone 2, Guitar, Electric Piano, Electric Bass, Drum Set
