Bags' Groove

Here is one of a very select group of blues standards that every jazz musician should know. Paul's very easy version makes it accessible to young players and gives beginning improvisers a wonderful platform to start from.

Let It Ring, Let It Swing, Let It Snow : Medley

This swingin' arrangement will add a dash of holiday cheer to your concert! Four Christmas favorites combine in a mini-medley for a lively choral showcase.Includes: Frosty the Snow Man, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! AMarshmallow World, Ukrainian Bell Carol.Available separately: SATB, SAB, TTBB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak (parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Baritone Sax, Synthesizer, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD.Performance Time: Approx. 4:00

Bags' Groove

John's arrangement of this jazz classic was written specifically to feature Milt Jackson with the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra; however, just about any instrument can play the head at the beginning of the chart. The fullensemble shout chorus at the end is a standout!

Bags' Groove

Jazz Classics for the Young Ensemble – Grade 3One of the classic blues tunes of all time, here is vibes giant Milt Jackson's familiar riff tune in a playable swing arrangement from Mark Taylor. Trumpet and tenor(along with vibes and guitar) take the melody first time around with ensemble counterlines helping out next. Solos are included for tenor and trumpet followed by a full band shout. Great sounding chart!

I Heard It Through the Grapevine

Motown artists have recorded it and the California Raisins have danced to it. The appeal of this great tune never gets old!

Rock It Science

As the title implies, this dynamic piece for beginners is more about “rock” than it is “science”! Your players will enjoy the stomping and clapping and powerful themes. Dur: 1:20 (Grade .5)

...Ready for It?

Taylor Swift continues her chart domination with this impressive hit. With a bone-crushing opening, the tune alternates with a fast-paced chorus sure to get your crowd pumped up and ready for it!

It Don't Mean a Thing

Pay tribute to the music of Duke Ellington in this hot 7-minute medley. Includes four of his greatest hits: Mood Indigo, Satin Doll, Take the “A” Train and It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't GotThat Swing).Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak (parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD.

Mark Brymer: Make It Healthy (CD)

Are you making healthy choices each day? There's no time like the present! Join the “make it healthy” gang and learn how important and FUN it is to make good choices – exercising, getting enough rest, eating a good breakfast, brushing your teeth. You can do it! “Make it healthy” in your school and community with this entertaining 20-minute musical program written for young singers and actors in Gr. K-2! Spread the healthy news with six original songs and simple connecting dialog to reinforce the message. Reproducible songsheets and dialog are also included! Add the professionally-produced recordings by Mark Brymer for extra performance pizzazz! Available separately: Teacher Edition (with reproducible singer pages), Performance/Accompaniment CD, Classroom Kit (Teacher and P/A CD). Duration: ca. 20 minutes. Suggested for grades K-2.

Let It Go (from Frozen)

Students can’t seem to get enough of the magical songs from Disney’s blockbuster movie Frozen. Here is the hit single Let It Go in a version that’s playable by beginners.

It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)

This chart has it all. Featuring a great swing feel, solid scoring and dynamic contrasts, this arrangement is perfect for younger bands just learning to swing, or experienced bands showing that they can! Includes written or adlib. solos for alto sax, trumpet and piano.

And So It Goes

A simple and reflective song, And So It Goes is one of Billy Joel's signature songs from his legendary career. This new treatment for strings gives moving, flowing and melodic lines for each section. A terrific number for most any program or special occasion.

Mark Brymer: Make It Healthy (Teacher's Edition)

Are you making healthy choices each day? There's no time like the present! Join the “make it healthy” gang and learn how important and FUN it is to make good choices – exercising, getting enough rest, eating a good breakfast, brushing your teeth. You can do it! “Make it healthy” in your school and community with this entertaining 20-minute musical program written for young singers and actors in Gr. K-2! Spread the healthy news with six original songs and simple connecting dialog to reinforce the message. Reproducible songsheets and dialog are also included! Add the professionally-produced recordings by Mark Brymer for extra performance pizzazz! Available separately: Teacher Edition (with reproducible singer pages), Performance/Accompaniment CD, Classroom Kit (Teacher and P/A CD). Duration: ca. 20 minutes. Suggested for grades K-2.

I Want It That Way

Recorded in 1999 and considered the signature hit by the Backstreet Boys, I Want It That Way reached the top of the charts in more than 25 countries! Ishbah's powerful arrangements opens with low brass on the verse, uses effective dynamic contrasts, and steadily gathers momentum throughout. Recorded in 1999 and considered the signature hit by the Backstreet Boys, I Want It That Way reached the top of the charts in more than 25 countries! Ishbah's powerful arrangements opens with low brass on the verse, uses effective dynamic contrasts, and steadily gathers momentum throughout.

Let It Go (from Frozen)

Disney has once again created a blockbuster film filled with memorable, engaging songs that students will love to perform. The Oscar-winning song LET IT GO is re-created in this superb setting for strings by Larry Moore.

Let It Go (from Frozen)

From the movie that has captured everyones imagination, here is the hit song Let It Go skillfully arranged for young jazz groups. Trumpets take the melody first, following by the trombones accompanied by the saxes. Sure tosound great withlimited rehearsal time, this arrangement also requires no soloists.

If It Were Easy...

Composed as a tribute and memorial to a revered educator, If It Were Easy... brings to mind a range of emotions and moods, including the idea that goals worth achieving are not always easy, but require dedication and perseverance. The piece begins quietly then builds gradually to a glorious full band chorale before tapering to a quiet and delicate finish.

I Heard It Through the Grapevine

This Motown classic was a hit for Marvin Gaye in the 60's and later made popular by the California Raisins. John Berry gives it a new spin in this powerful version for jazz ensemble. The melody is traded between the saxes andtrumpets, and solos are included for alto sax and trumpet.

Someone Like You/Rumour Has It

This mash up of two signature hits by Adele creates an effective production number for the field. The opening segment of Someone Like You features a baritone solo with woodwind accompaniment that builds nicely with lushfull ensemble scoring. The driving Rumour Has It features a bluesy solo for alto sax (or trumpet) and then a powerful push to the end.

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

One of the all-time favorite winter and holiday tunes, here is a festive and well-designed easy arrangement for string ensembles. Brighten up any winter concert with this familiar, toe-tapping classic.

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Roger's medium swing arrangement for vocal soloist is a perfect choice for your holiday concert.

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Although originally recorded in the 1940's, this moderately paced swing tune has remained a holiday favorite through the years. This version for incomplete or smaller bands will go together with limited rehearsal time and sound great.

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

This familiar holiday classic is perfect for beginning jazz ensembles. Arranged here in a moderate tempo swing style, Ricks chart is primarily ensemble based, but also provides a short solo for trumpet that can also be played by the entire section.This will sound great with limited rehearsing.

Put It Where You Want It

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! : Jazz Ensemble

Grade 3. (Lavender)