Kendor Jazz Summit Series - 2025-2026
Grade 4
kendor Jazz Summit Series - 2025-2026
Grade 4
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Composition Title
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Concert/Festival
Featuring a duet of Alto Sax and Flugelhorn on the melody, this bright samba moves effortlessly into a swing groove for the B section of the tune. The distinctive harmonic vocabulary of the chart helps make it a standout at this level. There is solo space for Tenor and Bari, followed by a soft and rhythmic ensemble section. (3:22)
SJK2501 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00
This freewheeling chart redefines what a big band funk chart is all about. Composer Vince Gassi sets up a unique rhythmic groove that is incorporated throughout the piece. This one is high-spirited fun for the whole band! (2:47)
SJK2502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00
Here is a vibrant big band Bebop chart that showcases a number of soloists as well as the full ensemble. Composer Craig Skeffington has brought new light to ‘rhythm changes’ with this piece, making it an ideal choice to open or close a festival performance. (4:22)
SJK2503 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00
Commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association, this chart from Ellen Rowe is a celebration that combines hip-hop and straight-ahead jazz. The band will need to play with some swagger on this piece—it has serious attitude, and the whole band will need to be in the groove! (3:45)
SJK2504 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00