Feature your star trombone player with this samba arrangment of Sweet Lorraine. It has a groove that makes people want to dance and an ensemble section that steals the show. Add some sugar to your program with Sweet Lorraine.
It's time to bring the funk with Party Fowl. This approachable funk tune is filled with energy and is loads of fun to play. Solos are open to whichever player wants to take a ride.
Movement is a cool-jazz piece with an enchanting melody and lovely harmonies. The modern chord changes are unique and forgiving for soloists to explore. The piece moves from a subtle beginning to a grand shout chorus.
Just as Alexander the Great became king of Phrygia by cutting the Gordian Knot, your players will become the jazz royalty (in the making) by cutting through this Dorian based solo section. Cutting the Dorian Knot has a medium jazz-rock groove filled with interest in the ensemble sections and has an approachable solo section. Conquer this piece on your way to becoming a legend.
Here is a tasty modern reharmonization of the classic standard Bye Bye Blackbird. It features trumpet and tenor saxophone over a broken swing feel with modern yet approachable chord changes. This arrangement is loaded with interesting ensemble sections that will keep your students engaged and challenged.
Armitage Shanks by Dan Kramilch is a high energy jazz fusion piece that is sure to grab your audience's attention. It begins and ends with a BANG and features dueling solos in the middle. Inject some energy into your program with Armitage Shanks.
