Boogaloo for Two was originally composed as a play-on theme for the Australian variety television show “Hey Hey It’s Saturday” in the 1990’s. The Daryl McKenzie Jazz Orchestra on their 2008 CD “It’s About Time” recorded a big band version. This arrangement is…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Daryl McKenzie
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Fiesta en la Calle is a high-energy Latin chart that fuses Tito Puente with Arturo Sandoval and the modern L.A writing of Gordon Goodwin.Program NotesFiesta en la Calle is a high-energy Latin chart that fuses Tito Puente with Arturo Sandoval and the modern L.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Amy
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Young jazz musicians respond to a great groove, easily played and a catchy melody that they can grab hold of with both hands. Kickin’ Back fits the bill while letting the piano player (or alto saxophonist) feature on a bluesy shuffle with a harmonic twist.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Lineball is a straight-ahead rock piece with a half-time feel bridge and a section for improvised solos. The chart was originally composed for a smaller band as a walk on theme for a television awards show. Later an extended big band arrangement was written…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Daryl McKenzie
Publisher:
Brolga Music
In the first few minutes of rehearsal, Super-Fast and Easy Warm Ups for Big Band helps the band make a satisfying, cohesive sound from the outset, while learning (or consolidating) some of the most important elements of big band playing. The collection is a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
The NOLA Roller is a rollicking, fun chart with a New Orleans style groove that your band will love. The catchy tune shared by most of the band is easy to grasp but has enough challenge to keep the chart interesting while maintaining a boisterous style. There…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Roger Schmidli
Publisher:
Brolga Music
What Will Be is a slow rock ballad to feature either alto sax, trombone, or trumpet/flugelhorn. The chart features a simple but yet emotional melody supported by an interesting harmonic progression. The soloist is supported by sweet counter melodies, a…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Matt Amy
Publisher:
Brolga Music