Charts for: Big Band

Speak Softly

Catalog Number: MTM-21-14063
Writer: Phil Dwyer
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Style: Jazz Waltz
Description:
Featured: Alto Sax, Piano, Trumpet
Top Note Trumpet: D
Top Note Trombone: G
Mutes: Flugelhorn (x4)
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Bass, Drums, Guitar


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Price: $75.00
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We’re Both At Fault

Catalog Number: MTM-61-14056
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Description: A slow, haunting, jazz ballad, with the principle melody on guitar, as well as a solo section for guitar.
Featured: Guitar
Top Note Trumpet: Concert A above the staff
Top Note Trombone: Ab above middle C
Mutes: Harmon
Doubles: Soprano Sax
Instrumentation:

Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, 2 Tenor Saxophones, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 3 Trombones, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum Set


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Price: $55.00
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Hey, That’s My Bike

Catalog Number: MTM-11-14036
Writer: Brad Turner
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Hard
Style: Funk
Description: This fun upbeat funky piece features the Tenors and Baritone in the sax section in a show stopping way. Angular lines, and full on overtone power really match the energy of the title. Sure to be a closer for any ensemble that will bring down the house!
Top Note Trumpet: 4th Ledger A
Top Note Trombone: 4th Ledger B Flat
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Soprano, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trumpet 5, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Trombone 4, Trombone 5, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums


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Price: $75.00
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Anthem

Catalog Number: MTM-75-14033
Writer: Wil Swindler
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Description: This chart is highly playable and very musical. There are some very approachable Gil Evans-type figures paired with a modern st 8th ballad style. The improvised solo is in the Tenor 1 part, and an important written solo on piano finishes the chart. The haunting opening gives the performers a chance to experience modern aleatoric performance. The brass parts are within a playable range, making this a great choice for many levels of groups.
Featured: Piano, Tenor Sax
Top Note Trumpet: High B (written)
Top Note Trombone: Ab above the staff
Mutes: Tpts: bucket and cup
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets (opt 5th), 4 Trombones, Guitar (opt), Piano, Bass, Drums

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Hopscotch

Catalog Number: MTM-75-14032
Writer: Wil Swindler
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Description: Excellent for advanced high school bands and college jazz ensembles, this medium swing is inspired by the writing of Thad Jones when he was writing for the Basie band. Following an opening piano solo, it features alto and trumpet as melodic partners. Both melody players take a ride over standard-style changes. There is a fairly challenging saxophone soli following the opening melodic statement that will be an appropriate challenge for diligent students and professionals alike.
Featured: Alto Sax, Piano, Trumpet
Top Note Trumpet: High D (written)
Top Note Trombone: High Bb
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar (opt), Piano, Bass Drums


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Price: $60.00
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El Perrero

Catalog Number: MTM-75-14031
Writer: Wil Swindler
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Style: Cha-cha, Mambo
Description: This entertaining and playable cha-cha is great for experienced high school jazz groups and college jazz ensembles. The melody features a mixed voice quartet of trumpet, alto, tenor, and trombone. The solo changes are easy and teachable but definitely not boring. There is an open solo section for anyone to take a ride. This is a very fun, crowd-pleaser that ensembles love to play!
Featured: Drums, Percussion
Top Note Trumpet: written C above staff
Top Note Trombone: A above staff
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar (opt), Piano, Bass Drums

 


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What Child Is This

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14030
Arranger: Scott Arcangel
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Description: A funky, shuffly take on the classic that's a great feature for Alto Sax. It simmers from the top, and then explodes by the end of the chart. An audience favorite, sure to spice up any holiday concert!
Featured: Alto Sax
Top Note Trumpet: Eb 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: Ab 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums


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The Stakeout

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14029
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Description: An aggressive and hardboppish up-tempo powerhouse for the classic pairing of trumpet and tenor. Highlights include a clever intro/send-off to the chart, a “mooing” trombone interlude and an intense shout section which features the drummer soloing around powerful ensemble figures. A showcase for the ensemble as well as trumpet & tenor soloists, The Stakeout makes a great opener or closer. Performed by the New York All-State Jazz Ensemble. Recorded by the West Point Band’s Jazz Knights on "At First Light."
Appears On:

West Point Band’s Jazz Knights – “At First Light”

Featured: Drums, Tenor Sax, Trumpet
Top Note Trumpet: G 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: A 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums


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The Dark Moon

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14028
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Description: The Dark Moon waxes and wanes very similarly to an actual lunar cycle, with cyclic figures washing in and out over melodic material throughout the piece. Extended solo space for soprano sax and guitar serves the composition as much as it features the soloists. Layers of simple melodic lines over modern harmony and sounds make this a piece any ensemble can enjoy. Great feature for a sax section that can double (alternate non-doubling parts also included). Recorded by the West Point Band's Jazz Knights on "Turning Points."
Appears On:

West Point Band’s Jazz Knights – “Turning Points”

Top Note Trumpet: Eb 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: Bb 4
Mutes: Trumpets: Harmon, Straight
Doubles: 2 flutes, 2 clarinets, bass clarinet (alternate parts without double included); Flugels
Instrumentation:

Soprano, Alto, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums


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The Star-Spangled Banner

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14027
Arranger: Scott Arcangel
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Easy-Med
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.
Featured: Alto Sax
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


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Price: $50.00
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Reverse Peephole

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14026
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Easy-Med
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


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Feuerwerks Musik

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14025
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Style: Swing
Description: An up-tempo swinger with solos for trumpet and tenor that ends with an all-out halftime ensemble shout chorus. The inspiration for this arrangement was to imagine the Buddy Rich Band playing the theme to a cop show. Makes a great opener or closer.
Featured: Drums, Tenor Sax, Trumpet
Top Note Trumpet: G 6 (written)
Top Note Trombone: Bb 4
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums


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Price: $50.00
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Cancion del Diablo Azul

Catalog Number: MTM-85-14024
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Easy-Med
Style: Latin
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


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Price: $50.00
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New Nashville

Catalog Number: MTM-25-14023
Writer: Tyler Mire
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Med-Hard
Style: Funk, Hip-Hop
Description: This funky chart is inspired by the musicians who occupy Nashville, TN the “Music City.” This chart is written to feature a strong tenor saxophone and trombone soloist. The entire ensemble (specifically rhythm section) must be able to play with a loose funk feel.
Featured: Tenor Sax, Trombone
Top Note Trumpet: 4th ledger G
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger C
Mutes: None
Doubles: Electric Piano (Opt. Piano), Electric Bass
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 , Guitar, Electric Piano, Electric Bass, Drum Set


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Movin’ Day

Catalog Number: MTM-25-14022
Writer: Tyler Mire
Ensemble Type: Big Band, Jazz Ensemble
Difficulty: Medium
Description: This straight ahead tune features the band and your trombone section. The changes are based on the timeless standard “There is No Greater Love”.
Featured: Trombone
Top Note Trumpet: 4th ledger Eb, Opt. 4th Ledger G
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger C
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation:

Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trumpet 5 (opt), Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum Set


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