Addition By Subtraction

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 11/10/2021 - 15:21

Looking for a fun, challenging, humorus funk tune? Addition by Subtraction by Drew Zaremba involves two distinct grooves. 1, a 3/2 Motown-influenced groove, and 2, the chart’s namesake: a groove consisting of 8/4+7/4+6/4+5/4 (written as three bars of 4, one bar of 3, one bar of 4, one bar of 2, one bar of 5). While seemingly arbitrarily complex, with a little rehearsal, this chart really grooves and is a joy to players and audiences alike. Lots of blowing space for anyone in the band, and we finish with a big “Birdland-esque” happy groove.

Whispering Grass

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 11/10/2021 - 15:04

Digital Sheet Music Pack for this arrangement comes with a FREE RHYTHM TRACK

Recorded in 1940 by the legendary early vocal jazz group The Ink Spots and in 1975 a UK hit single, this lovely, lilting tune is set here by Zach Yaholkovsky with a creative use of texture and harmony to provide surprises at many corners while also taking great care with the lyric setting in a light swinging feel.
Chord chart (with some notation) piano/guitar and bass, drums

Love Me Or Leave Me

Submitted by klg0316 on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 12:06

This straight-ahead, up-tempo swing chart by Rosana Eckert is a perfect opener. Features a vocal solo, an exciting shout chorus, an open scat/solo section, and a hip drum/break solo section. With the great lyrics, smooth voice leading and modern harmonies, students and audiences alike will have fun with this arrangement. Video by Frequency Vocal Jazz from MiraCosta College.

Piano, bass and drum parts are included. Difficulty level 3.

I Hear Music

Submitted by klg0316 on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 12:01

From the pen of acclaimed arranger Rosana Eckert comes a great contemporary take on a classic standard. You’ve certainly never heard “I Hear Music” quite like this. This is a nice stretch for both your singers and your rhythm section, with just enough mixed meter to keep everyone on their toes, without losing the flow of the lyric and the melody. Enjoy!

Whispering Grass

Submitted by klg0316 on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 11:35

Digital Sheet Music Pack for this arrangement comes with a FREE RHYTHM TRACK

Recorded in 1940 by the legendary early vocal jazz group The Ink Spots and in 1975 a UK hit single, this lovely, lilting tune is set here by Zach Yaholkovsky with a creative use of texture and harmony to provide surprises at many corners while also taking great care with the lyric setting in a light swinging feel.
Chord chart (with some notation) piano/guitar and bass, drums

I'm Old Fashioned

Submitted by klg0316 on Thu, 10/14/2021 - 11:33

Adapted and expanded from the Sara Gazarek Band (w Josh Nelson) version, this SSATB arrangement reharmonizes the classic jazz standard, sets it in 3, and features a strong female soloist.
A recorded version with Sara Gazarek and Josh Nelson can be found on the 2018 UNT Jazz Singers record, “A Thousand Nights”.
Chord chart (with some notation) piano/guitar and bass, drums, optional glock

Almost Like Being In Love

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 10/13/2021 - 14:44

Challenge your treble ensemble to sing soft unisons and close harmony with this tender reharmonization and reinterpretation of Lerner & Loewe's classic, "Almost Like Being in Love." The improvisation section can feature vocalists, instrumentalists, or both, challenging soloists to focus on creating melodies over these adapted chord changes.

One More Time Chuck Corea - Arr. Gene Puerling

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 10/13/2021 - 14:39

This wordless, instrumentally-inspired piece was composed in May 1979 by Gene Puerling and recorded by The Singers Unlimited on their album A Cappella III (and contained in the Magic Voices box set). This is NOT atranscription, but an authentic edition created from the handwritten manuscript of Gene Puerling. The influence of Chick Corea is found in the simple repetitive harmonies and driving rhythms.

El Abrazo

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 10/13/2021 - 14:36

"El Abrazo" by Alan Baylock is truly stunning chart! The ballad beginning and ending will bring tears to your eyes---it's that beautiful. The chart then moves to a samba around 110 BPM for the half note. Lead trumpet range is to written high C and there is a tenor solo with chord changes. You won't forget this chart! As recorded on Alan Baylocks' CD Prime Time. (7:35) This title is available in SmartMusic.

Cold Duck Time

Submitted by klg0316 on Wed, 10/13/2021 - 14:24

Cold Duck Time arranged by Alan Baylock is an exciting chart from the first note! This one has a straight-eighth groove at 120 BPM with a written tenor solo. The lead trumpet range is to written C above the staff. Includes optional flute and vibes parts too. Outstanding chart! (6:34) This title is available in SmartMusic.

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