Charts in style: Jazz

Yellow

Catalog Number: MTM-25-15085
Writer: Tyler Mire
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Style: Funk, Fusion, Jazz
Description: This fusion tune is inspired by the music of progressive jazz/funk groups such as Pat Metheny Group and the Yellow Jackets. The horns are challenged to play independently and blend in this tapestry of textures. A long expressive trombone solo comprises the middle section and an open drum solo leads up to the climax.
Featured: Drums, Trombone
Top Note Trumpet: 3rd ledger E
Top Note Trombone: 5th ledger D
Mutes: Harmon
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2/Flugel, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4/Flugel, Trumpet 5/Flugel, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3 (solo), Bass Trombone, Guitar, Electric Piano, Electric Bass, Drum Set


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Price: $60.00
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Handprints

Catalog Number: MTM-25-14073
Arranger: Tyler Mire
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Easy-Med
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.
Featured: Tenor Sax, Trumpet
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


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Price: $60.00
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Depths Of A Crime

Catalog Number: MTM-61-14067
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Description: An extended form piece for big band, the majority of which is at a brisk swing tempo. The middle section of the piece is a haunting ballad featuring a tenor saxophone solo.
Top Note Trumpet: Concert B above C5
Top Note Trombone: Bb above middle C
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bariton Sax, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums


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Price: $60.00
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Narcolypso

Catalog Number: MTM-21-14064
Writer: Phil Dwyer
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Style: Calypso, Jazz
Description: Bubbly original calypso tune featuring tenor sax and guitar. Somewhat in the style of St. Thomas, but with more harmonic variation and longer (32 bar) AABA form. Features a challenging 'horns only' ensemble section, reminiscent of of the Boss Brass.
Featured: Guitar, Tenor Sax
Top Note Trumpet: D (written)
Top Note Trombone: C (above middle C)
Mutes: Trpts-cups/harmons, Trombones-cups
Doubles: Trpts/Flugels
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 5 Trumpets (trpt. 5 optional), 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums. Aux percussion could be added (just make a copy of the drum part).


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Price: $75.00
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Trask

Catalog Number: MTM-51-14055
Ensemble Type: Small Group
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Description: An aggressive 5/4 groove tune about giant robots. Fun and crushing!
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone:
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Trumpet, Tenor Saxophone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums


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Price: $25.00
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Overtime Loss

Catalog Number: MTM-51-14051
Ensemble Type: Small Group
Difficulty: Easy
Style: Funk, Jazz, Rock
Description: A fun and easy funky/rock groove tune. Very approachable for beginner improvisers.
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone:
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Trumpet, Tenor Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Trombone, Guitar Piano, Bass, Drums


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Price: $25.00
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Itsy Bitsy Tarantula

Catalog Number: MTM-25-14012
Writer: Tyler Mire
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Easy-Med
Style: Funk, Hip-Hop, Jazz
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.
Featured: Tenor Sax
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


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Price: $55.00
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Helicopter

Catalog Number: MTM-45-14010
Writer: Paul Tynan
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Style: Funk, Jazz
Description: Commissioned by Galen Jeter and the Dallas Jazz Orchestra, Helicopter is A funky get-down that's sure to be the engine on the groove truck.Harmonically interesting, Helicopter is sure to get you audience moving and you band grooving.
Featured: Drums, Tenor Sax, Trumpet
Top Note Trumpet: High D, optional double A
Top Note Trombone: High C
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:
Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari, Trumpets 1-5, Trombone 1-4, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum set

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Price: $50.00
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