A great show starter or to lift the vibe after a ballad, All the Goss is a spirited, fun chart with elements of gospel, rock and jazz. A strong, positive introduction sets the tone, followed by a unison trombone melody which is then shared around the sections…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Lachlan Davidson
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Chris Ferguson knows how to write a march! Accessible and superbly geared as an intro of the march style, Boulder Ridge March has everything you and your ensemble need for success.
This free download includes two click track recordings, one with a click…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Chris Ferguson
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This clever version of the holiday classic, Up on the Housetop, is a brilliant addition to the beginning band repertoire. Composer Amy Riebs Mills offers many opportunities to work on section independence as well as to have fun with sound effects! A perfect…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Benjamin Hanby, Amy Riebs Mills
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Commissioned by the jazz division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2023 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this straight ahead swinger gives everyone a chance to be heard. This chart features a great melodic line and the opportunity for two…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
Count ‘em Down is a classic "opener" in the Count Basie Style. It contains the hallmarks of the Big Band genre and is a great opportunity for players to develop their style. The title comes from the idea of the count-in for a band to perform one of many tunes…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Nic Johnston
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Denis DiBlasio’s new chart is a great vehicle for introducing odd meters to your band. The driving even eighth note groove with constant quarter notes in the rhythm section will make the 7/4 feel natural in a short amount of time. Open solos over one scale…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
Full of bombastic sounds and metal percussion, this new piece is reminiscent of the severe Draconian era! Composer Ed Kiefer has crafted a fun and accessible grade half for young musicians.
This free download includes two click track recordings, one with a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Reminiscent of Dave Brubeck's "Take Five," Five and Three is all about the groove. An opening melody, first heard in the trombones and soon passed to trumpets and saxophones, floats easily over the five-four groove as this work sets out. Moving to a three-…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Lachlan Davidson
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Move 'n' Groove is a tribute to legendary trumpet player Lee Morgan. The chart is based on the groove of The Sidewinder, with a half-time funk feel. Loads of fun for young bands.
Grade Level: 2.5 Copyright: 2019 Publisher: Brolga Music Series: Jazz Ensemble…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Richard Linton
Publisher:
Brolga Music
More advanced groups have come to know that Mike Tomaro’s name on a piece means that the music is of the highest quality. Our Man Dan is no exception. The chart is built on a swung 8th funk groove and features wonderful ensemble writing as well as plenty of…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing