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The Signature Series is comprised of pieces that are composed for young bands. There are technically very accessible, yet sound very mature. Brass ranges are limited to concert F. Each chart can be opened up for improvisation. Solo sheets are provided and the solo progressions can be played using only one or two scales, but full chord scale information is also provided. This way the solo sections are accessible to younger players, but remain challenging for more experienced players.
These pieces will "sound" with a smaller band as well as with a full band. Optional parts are included for flute, clarinets and French horn for the director who would like to include students playing non-traditional jazz band instruments in the jazz program.
Each chart includes a full score with rehearsal suggestions. Rhythm parts are written out and include chord symbols. $40.00 each.
Ashley Dance-Grade II; Ashley Dance is an energetic rock chart, with plenty of action for everyone in the band. Very fun to play, and fun to listen to by young and old alike.
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Big Time Shuffle-Grade II+; Big Time Shuffle is a groove chart from the word go. It has a very Thad Jones feel, with hip voicings and a shuffle feel in the tradition of "Groove Merchant". A sure winner.
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Caboose Full of Blues-Grade II; Caboose Full of Blues was commissioned by The Caboose, an elementary school jazz band in Dubuque, Iowa. It was performed at the IAJE Conference in New York City in 1997.
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Calm Down – CD-0402 (grade II); A rock tune that your young band students will love. Plenty of driving ensemble work, and space for solos as well.
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Danse Brasil-Grade II; Danse Brasil is a high energy Latin chart, with plenty of action for everyone in the band. Some very clever writing makes this chart accessible by bands that might otherwise find a Latin tune difficult to pull off. Very fun to play, and fun to listen to by young and old alike.
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Foggy Morning In Dillard Grade II; Foggy Morning in Dillard is a bossa nova with a very cool sound. Unison trumpets state the theme, followed by a sax soli. Following the open solo section is an exciting ensemble passage. Big sounding yet easy to play!
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Latin Attitude-Grade II+; Latin Attitude is a bossa nova with a very cool sound. Unison saxes state the theme, followed by a brass statement of the bridge. Following the open solo section is an exciting ensemble passage. Big sounding yet easy to play!
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Maddy Goes For Three MGT-0403 (grade II); A fun shuffle chart that breaks into a romping swing for the shout chorus. Solo for tenor sax, but can be opened up for anyone.
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Make Mine Minor - MMM-0501 (grade II); A swinging minor blues with lots of ensemble work and dynamic contrast. Perfect for concert or contest.
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The Master Plan-Grade II+; The Master Plan is a high-energy rock chart with a double time feel in the bridge. This one is very popular, and appropriate for festivals and concerts alike.
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Minor Detail-Grade II; Minor Detail is a rock chart with a subtle feel, reminiscent of the "Maiden Voyage" kind of modal style. Very contemporary and cool, this one is a big hit for festivals and concerts alike.
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Mr. E. Osso-Grade II; Mr. E. Osso is a straight-ahead swing chart that has proven very successful with bands of all ages. This tune is easy to play, but holds the attention of more mature players as well.
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Mr. T's Boogie-Grade II+; Mr. T's Boogie is a shuffle chart that cooks from beginning to end. Lots of full ensemble playing with interesting lines throughout.
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Mystery Maker-Grade II; As the title suggests, Mystery Maker has a mysterious feel to it. It is a minor blues, and provides a great opportunity for your young improvisers. Lots of full ensemble and nice melodic writing.
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Scoot’s Blues-Grade II; In the tradition of the Basie band, Scoot’s Blues is very playable, and swings from beginning to end. Full ensemble writing and interesting dynamic contrast make this one a sure winner.
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Sneakers-Grade II; In the tradition of the Basie band, Sneakers is a very playable blues that swings from beginning to end. Full ensemble writing and interesting dynamic contrast make this one a sure winner.
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Solo Flight-Grade II; Solo Flight is a beautiful straight 8th note ballad, featuring a haunting unison trumpet melody. Full sounding voicings and melodic counter-melodies make this chart very enjoyable to play and listen to.
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Some Kind of Blues-Grade II+; Some Kind of Blues is a great rock chart which students love to play. The melody is very catchy, and the groove is too.
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Way Cool Blues-Grade II; Way Cool Blues will have your band sounding great right away. An excellent vehicle for teaching basic swing figures and dynamic contrast.
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