Jazz Gateway Series - 2023-2024
Grade 1.5
Jazz Gateway Series - 2023-2024
Grade 1.5
- Playable with a core instrumentation of Alto Sax 1 & 2, Tenor Sax 1, Trumpet 1 & 2, Trombone 1, Piano, Bass (cued in Piano) Drums
- Includes parts for a full ensemble (5/4/4/4)
- Optional parts included for Flute, Clarinet, Horn in F, Tuba
- Limited ranges in the winds
- Carefully notated rhythm section parts
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= Concert/Festival selection
Carl Strommen
Alternating between an easy "two" feel and a shuffle "four" this solid chart just sounds great. Composer Carl Strommen has a knack for making very playable charts sound full and appealing and there is a lot to like in this new selection.
GJK2301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Terry White
If you are looking for a fresh sounding Latin-rock chart that features the full ensemble you should certainly check out this new piece from Terry White. After the dynamic introduction Tenor Sax and Trumpet 1 lead the way. Several harmonic, melodic and rhythmic themes are developed as the music unfolds which makes this a compelling choice for concert or festival.
GJK2302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Andrew Lesick
Kendor is happy to welcome new composer Andrew Lesick to the catalog. The Gumshoe is a medium bright swing that features a written Piano solo off the top. Everyone gets a turn at the melody as the chart develops and there is some fun interplay between the Saxes and Brass after the solo section.
GJK2303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Anthony Susi
The title for this chart comes from the repeated eighth notes that occur on beat one throughout the piece. A swinging excursion in D minor that your students will have a great time playing. There is a written solo in Trumpet 1 that is cued in Trumpet 2, and an optional improvised solo for Trumpets 3 & 4. An eight measure Alto Sax solo is followed by a rousing shout chorus.
GJK2304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Greg Yasinitsky
This is a happy-go-lucky medium swing from the pen of composer Greg Yasinitsky that is sure to bring a smile to the face of everyone in the audience. A great melody, fun harmony and engaging rhythms are brought together to make this chart a winner. Guaranteed to brighten any concert program!
GJK2305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Greg Yasinitsky
This delightful, breezy bossa has all the ingredients of a great chart...an engaging melody, a fresh harmonic approach and captivating rhythmic development. Written solos are included for Trumpet 2 and Trombone 1 over easy ii7 - V changes followed by an inventive passage that opens up some new harmonic vistas.
GJK2306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00
Peter Blair
This unique set of 17 warm-up pieces for the young Jazz Ensemble covers the essential rhythmic and harmonic elements found in two styles of Jazz: “even eighth note” (such as Latin Rock) and Swing music. After the initial two legato warm-ups, the music is divided into four sections: Even eighth note examples in B flat, Swing examples in B flat, even eighth note examples in F and Swing examples in F. Each exercise builds on the previous example so younger jazz students will be introduced to essential rhythms and phrases in a well-sequenced method. The rhythm section parts are carefully crafted to allow maximum flexibility for each player. All the Warm-ups are designed to work at a variety of tempos and with various dynamic shadings, so each one can be used in a multitude of ways.
GJK2307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00
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