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-51-14037
Description: Mellow, straight eighth note piece that allows the ensemble to focus on dynamic contracts and textures to create intensity.
Top Note Trumpet:
Top Note Trombone: N/A
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Flugelhorn (or trumpet), Tenor Saxophone, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-95-14034
Description: This chart was commissioned by the Upland High School Jazz Ensemble in 2012. It has since been performed at the Western States Jazz Festival (CA), the Irvine Jazz Festival (CA), and the Reno International Jazz Festival (NV). It has also been performed by the New Zealand Youth Jazz Orchestra. **** This recording performed by the Upland High School Jazz Band (Upland, CA) under the direction of Mark Capalbo.
Top Note Trumpet: 2nd ledger D
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger B flat
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-95-14035
Description: This chart was commissioned by the La Habra High School Jazz Ensemble, Phil Wightman director (La Habra, California) in 2011. Very Woody Herman-ish, sort of like "Tiny's Blues" that was arranged for the Herman Band. Features an open solo section.
Top Note Trumpet: 2nd ledger C# (opt 2nd ledger A)
Top Note Trombone: 2nd ledger F
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari Sax, 4 Trumpets, 4 Trombones, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums
Catalog Number: MTM-75-14032
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.
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
Catalog Number: MTM-85-14029
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”
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
Catalog Number: MTM-85-14025
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.
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
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-45-14015
Description: Arranged for the Atlantic All-Stars big band performance at the Halifax Jazz Festival, this tune starts with a saxophone chorale and leads into a harmonically rich territory that develops into a modern swinging romp. Solos for trumpet and piano.
Top Note Trumpet: High D
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger B
Mutes: None
Doubles: None
Instrumentation: Alto 1, Alto 2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bari, Trumpets 1-5, Trombone 1-4, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums
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Catalog Number: MTM-45-14010
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.
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
Catalog Number: MTM-35-14009
Description: This is funky number that's in the style of Herbie Hancock and the Headhunters. After the melody is traded around the ensemble using different combinations of instruments, there is a trumpet solo (great for funky or even outside playing), a break down which contains several short but challenging horn solis, followed by a brief, but high energy tenor sax solo. A great piece for a strong funky ensemble.
Top Note Trumpet: 3rd ledger F
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger Bb
Mutes: None
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-25-14006
Description: This is a great chart for bands looking for something more modern and challenging. This charts features extensive woodwind doubling in the saxophone section as well as various mutes for the brass. “Vibes” will challenge your band to play more subtly and develop a refined sound.
Top Note Trumpet: 4th ledger G
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger Bb
Mutes: Harmon, Cup, Bucket (Trumpets), Cup, Bucket (Trombones)
Doubles: Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Flugel
Instrumentation: Alto 1/Flute 1, Alto 2/Flute 2, Tenor 1/Clarinet 1, Tenor 2/Clarinet 2, Baritone/Bass Clarinet, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet/Flugel 4, Trumpet/Flugel 5, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone 1, Bass Trombone 2, Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drum Set
Catalog Number: MTM-25-14005
Description: This hip-hop tune is a great vehicle to feature a strong trumpet or alto soloist. The groove will challenge your band members to play “in the pocket” and the exciting ending is sure to please any crowd! Two versions of the chart have been created, one for high school level students and one for more advanced musicians. This chart was commissioned by the Katy High School Tiger Jazz Band for their TMEA invitational performance 2013.
Top Note Trumpet: Hard: 4th ledger G, Med: 2nd ledger Bb
Top Note Trombone: 4th ledger C
Mutes: Cup (Trumpet)
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
