Par MONTGOMERY WES / WHITE TERRY (Arr.). Naptown Blues arranged by Terry White is an accessible straight-ahead swinger played around 150 BPM, with a nice sax soli, written-out solos for alto 1, tenor 1, trumpet 1, and trombone 1. Trumpet 1 range is to written E top space with optional G, plus check out the hot shout chorus. Plenty of optional instruments plus vibes. Everything you need to succeed!…

Vocal with big band, this gorgeous ballad is played around 74 BPM. The vocal range is G below middle C to third space C. Lead trumpet range is to F-sharp top line. Includes optional lead parts for B-flat, E-flat, and bass clef instruments. An accessible chart for the band. (3:21) / Ensemble De Jazz

Par HOU PHILEMON. This instrumental hit by Hugh Masekela soared to the top of the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop groove and catchy brass riffs. In this chart for young players, Rick has beautifully captured the unique flavor of the original, and includes the transcribed solo of Hugh Masekela which can be played by a trumpet soloist or by the entire section. Different and fun!/ Répertoi…

A swing chart at 144 BPM, 'Avenue Swing' features a written-out tenor sax solo, trumpet 1 range to written E top space, and a few section solis. Add in the fine ensemble writing of Mike Collins-Dowden, along with flute, clarinet, and vibes parts---and it's all you need. (2:43) / Ensemble De Jazz

Check out this swing chart played around 160 BPM. The melody is handled initially by alto and trumpet 1, solos for the alto and trumpet are written, and the trumpet 1 range it to written E-flat top space. The ideal swing chart. (3:07) / Ensemble De Jazz

Check out this very easy bossa played at around 138 BPM with a brief 3/4 interlude and plenty of optional parts. The meter change is no problem---it's easy to interpret. 'Christmas Tree Ride' features a written-out alto sax solo and trumpet 1 range to written E top space. (2:52) / Ensemble De Jazz

Par SMITH ZACHARY. Curacao Blue by Zachary Smith has a Latin groove with an easy bossa rhythmic pattern. Features a tempo around 134 BPM, trumpet 1 range to written E top space, a written tenor solo, clear articulation with complete rhythm section notation, and optional instrument parts with vibes. This accessible chart will transport everyone to the islands! (3:10) This title is available in Smar…

Par HALL PAULINE. Cette fabuleuse collection de duos faciles dans les styles jazzy et de la lumière est juste la chose pour égayer toute leçon ou séance d'entraînement. Experte écrit pour les élèves autour du niveau de Piano Time 2, ces duos chic et taper du pied fournir du matériel accessible et amusant pour tous les jeunes joueurs de jazz. Il ya des duos dans une vaste gamme de styles, à partir …

Par FISHER CHRISTOPHER / FISHER ISAIAH / OWEN TEODORA. The Joy of Christmas books are composed at two levels: Elementary (for students studying Piano Safari Levels 1 and 2) and Intermediate (Piano Safari Level 3). As standalone publications they can be used alongside other piano methods and both include downloadable audio tracks. These new and varied arrangements of familiar Christmas Carols are p…

In this series, classic hits receive unexpected fresh treatments. Uniquely reimagined and crafted for intermediate piano solo, these favorites have been All Jazzed Up! Play a dozen of your favorite carols with this collection: Auld Lang Syne · Deck the Hall · The First Noel · Good King Wenceslas · In the Bleak Midwinter · Jingle Bells · Joy to the World · O Christmas Tree · O Come, All Ye Faithful…