Jazz Exploration Series - 2023-2024

Grade 1.5

Grade 1½

Jazz Exploration Series - 2023-2024

Grade 1.5

Grade 1½
  • 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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We Need to Talk

Steve Wiest

Known for his works for advanced bands, composer Steve Wiest turns his creative talents to an easier level for the third chart in his Smart Phone Series. We Need to Talk defines tight harmonic scoring in a Funk tune and this one will reach out and grab you. Great horn licks abound and the rhythm section will have a blast with this funky composition.
EJE2301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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Coventry Carol

Arranged by Anthony Susi

Set as a Jazz waltz, this fresh look at the traditional Coventry Carol will be a welcome addition to your holiday performance. Moving seamlessly between major and minor, this arrangement captures the beauty and spirit of the original carol.
EJE2302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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The Vibe

Peter Sciaino

The distinctive sound of a minor triad with a major seventh provides the foundation for this cool sounding new piece from Peter Sciaino that recalls the great TV theme songs from police and spy shows. You will love the "vibe" of this great easy chart.
EJE2303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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eje2304-soft-and-easy-white

Terry White

Soft and Easy is the perfect title for this laid back Swing-ballad. This is a wonderful way to introduce young musicians to this iconic Basie style. Once your band can play an accent on the and of one and "fat" (not rushed!!) quarter notes on beats three and four they will be well on their way to sounding great playing music in this style.
EJE2304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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