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 5 saxes, 5 trumpets,5 trombones (3T, 2B), 4 rhythm. NOTE: All charts are playable without tpt.5 & tbn.5. All except JO-127 can be played w/o guit. |
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A. & J. EXPRESS (JO-128) ($70.00) | |
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Up-tempo happy swinger featuring 1st tenor & 2nd trombone as a duet against the full band and as individual soloists. Originally commissioned by the Airman Of Note (USAF). |
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ARE WE THERE YET? (JO-133) ($45.00) | |
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Medium -tempo swinger. Chromatic two-part quasi-contrapuntal theme ultimately becomes a blues. Solos for piano & tpt. 3. A nice little ‘voyage-to-the-edge’ for big band. |
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BLAME EL NINO (JO-130) ($55.00) | |
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High-spirited up-tempo salsa with a touch of funk! Solos for 2nd trombone and drums (against rhythm- this can be opened up). Ad-lib Latin percussion may be added. |
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CAFE AU LAIT (JO-132) ($60.00) | |
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Full-length feature for soprano sax (on 1st tenor chair) in a Latin-funk groove. Extended ensemble shout chorus and bright-tempo samba ending vamp that builds and builds! Latin percussion optional (and welcome!). |
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CONDITION BLUE (JO-126) ($50.00) | |
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Exotic slow 13-bar blues with rich orchestration. Chord progression makes extensive use of altered dominants. Solos for piano, 2nd trombone & bass. Doubles: 1st alto doubles clarinet, 1st tenor doubles flute, bari doubles bass clarinet. |
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EXIT ONLY! (JO-122) ($85.00) | |
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Exhilarating & challenging up-tempo based on the changes to “After You’ve Gone”. Solos for piano, 3rd tpt. & 1st tenor sax. Recorded by Pete Petersen & the Collection Jazz Orchestra on the CD “Night & Day” (Chase Music Group CMD-8046) |
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FIVE’LL GETCHA TEN (JO-124) ($60.00) | |
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Happy medium-tempo shuffle in 5/4 based on 16-bar gospel chord progression. Solos for 1st alto & 3rd tpt. Roaring ensemble shouts lead the way out. |
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HARVEY (JO-121) ($65.00) | |
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Graceful, medium-tempo production piece. Features 1st alto in solo and ensemble lead. Colorful orchestration throughout. Doubles:1st tenor doubles flute. Instrumentation includes four french horns (chart will play without them). Recorded by Pete Petersen & the Collection Jazz Orchestra on the CD “Night & Day” (Chase Music Group CMD-8046). |
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"ME 'N HOG" (JO-134) ($70.00) (JO-134) ($60.00) |
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Return of a Dave Zoller classic!
Heavy medium-tempo 2/4 R&B blues (think of Southside Chicago Blues played by big band). Newly re-scored and expanded. Solos for piano (solo intro), 1st teno and 3rd trumpet (w. plunger mute). Over 7 minutes of fun for big band. A tested and proven winner! |
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MEDIUM RARE & OVER EASY< (JO-125) ($60.00) | |
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Medium up-tempo swinger with unusual ‘melody-in-the-bass’ 26-measure theme. Solos for piano & 1st alto. |
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NIGHTBIRD (JO-129) ($50.00) | |
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Groovy walking ballad in the
tradition of Basie & Duke (with a jigger of Thad Jones), this chart is based on a 12-bar theme that isn’t a blues. Solos for piano & 3rd tpt. (can be opened up). Doubles: 1st alto doubles soprano sax. |
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TUESDAY THE 7TH (JO-127) ($75.00) | |
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Classic even 8th-note composition based on a series of five vamp progressions. Airy, lyrical melody & colorful instrumentation. Great showcase for guitar, piano & 1st tenor (can play solo on soprano sax if desired). Doubles: 1st alto & 1st tenor double on flute. |
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5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 4 trombones (3T/B), 4 rhythm. NOTE: All charts are playable without tpt.5. All except JO-103 can be played w/o guit. Acoustic bass preferred unless otherwise noted. |
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ABBEY DANCES (JO-101) ($45.00) | |
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Medium up-tempo swinger based on minor blues. Perky theme based on three-note motives stated by 2 altos & rhythm. Solos for 2nd alto & 2nd tbn. Thematically developed ensembles lead into powerful 2-beat shout choruses. |
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AMAZING BAYOU SLIM (JO-102) ($55.00) | |
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One of our all-time best sellers! A Southern-flavored 24-bar contemporary blues, alternating between bright 2/4 and 16th-note funk. Great shout choruses. Solos: 2nd tenor. Electric bass required. | |
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BLUEBONNETS (JO-123) ($65.00) | |
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Medium tempo jazz waltz showcases flugelhorn lead and solo (instrumentation is solo flug. and 4 tpts.). Ensemble writing throughout is inspired by Thornhill, Mulligan, Miles & Gil , etc. | |
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BURLEY’S BUSINESS (JO-103) ($45.00) | |
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A feature piece for solo
guitar & big band, this one has a perky quizzical
theme stated by flutes & harmon muted trumpets over
an easy, loping ‘big 2’ rhythm & low brass
comping. You’ll love the massed ensembles. Doubles:
1st alto & 1st tenor double flutes. Electric bass is suggested. |
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A DIAMOND FOR DUKE (JO-104) ($50.00) | |
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Written in 1974 in honor of Ellington’s 75th birthday, this medium-tempo shuffle rocks along irresistibly in a style inspired by Duke and one of his most notable disciples - Thad Jones. Solos for 1st tenor & 2nd tbn. | |
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ELIZABETH (JO-106) ($30.00) | |
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A rising-and-unfolding ensemble figure introduces this attractive jazz-rock ballad featuring 2nd tbn. on solo melody and jazz solo. Solo space can be opened up. Pretty ensemble voicings. Electric bass may be used. | |
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FATBACK, JONES & SMITH (JO-107) ($50.00) | |
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Charging big band up-tempo rock piece featuring 2nd alto jazz. Brass pyramid intro. Chart is based on two themes - the ‘A’ theme is minor, the ‘B’ theme in major. Solo section is on the ‘B’ theme. Punchy ending with drum fills and ad-lib drum cadenza. A big applause-getter. Electric bass required | |
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GUESS AGAIN (JO-109) ($30.00) | |
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Slow funk piece in a ‘big 2’ swing feel. 2nd alto jazz. Challenging and fun. Electric bass required. | |
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ICING (JO-110) ($35.00) | |
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Hard poppin’ medium funk for big band with a bit of Brecker Brothers & Tower Of Power influence. Solos for 2nd tbn. & 2nd tenor. Electric bass required. Recorded by the Dallas Jazz Orchestra. | |
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LOVING (JO-111) ($50.00) | |
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Our most-recorded big band chart. Features soprano sax (doubling from 1st tenor). Form is ABA; ‘A’ part is pretty ballad featuring sax solo melody; solo jazz is over long rhythm vamp following ‘B’ theme. Doubles: 1st alto sax doubles flute. Electric bass may be used. Recorded by the Dallas Jazz Orchestra, The Lou Fischer Rehearsal Band and the Airmen Of Note. | |
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MATTHEW’S CAPERS (JO-112) ($40.00) | |
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Our most-recorded big band chart. Features soprano sax (doubling from 1st tenor). Form is ABA; ‘A’ part is pretty ballad featuring sax solo melody; solo jazz is over long rhythm vamp following ‘B’ theme. Doubles: 1st alto sax doubles flute. Electric bass may be used. Recorded by the Dallas Jazz Orchestra, The Lou Fischer Rehearsal Band and the Airmen Of Note. | |
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MEMPHIS AFTER DARK (JO-114) ($45.00) | |
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Stompin’ medium-tempo funk piece featuring 1st alto jazz. Theme is stated by unison trumpets & alto saxes in staccato ‘peckin’ style. Electric bass required. Recorded by the Dallas Jazz Orchestra on “Romeo & Juliet” (Jazzmark CD-114) as “Dallas After Dark”. | |
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SPIRITUAL (JO-117) ($60.00) | |
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Dramatic slow gospel-funk instrumental is a stunning concert and contest piece showcases 1st tenor sax. This chart, carefully developed and orchestrated, runs the gamut of rock & soul influences in its 8-minute journey. Electric bass required. Doubles: 1st alto sax doubles piccolo; 2nd alto sax doubles flute. | |
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SWEET WILLIAM B. (JO-118) ($35.00) | |
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This one’s for Basie; a medium-tempo swinger built on “Rose Room” changes. Theme is stated by tenor saxes and harmon muted trumpets in octave unison. Nice sax soli section and a good rockin’ shout chorus to cap it all. Solos for piano & 2nd tbn. | |
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5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones (3T/1B) & 4 rhythm. NOTE: Guitar can be omitted on all except on JO-115 & JO-116 |
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DR. BOB (JO-105) ($85.00) | |
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An up-tempo production swinger, 7 1/2 minutes in length. Two three-chorus solo sections separated by an ensemble interlude. Chart concludes with two rousing shout choruses which mix contemporary harmony with old fashioned Kansas City-style swing. Titled in honor of Bob Brookmeyer’s honorary Doctorate degree from UMKC, Kansas City. Solos: piano (by itself 1st chorus, with rhythm for the next two); 2nd trombone (duet w. piano 1st chorus, rhythm added on 2rd & 3rd choruses). Recorded by Pete Petersen and the Collection Jazz Orchestra on “Night & Day” (Chase Music Group CMD 8046). |
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ROYAL ST. (JO-115) ($55.00) | |
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Mardi Gras rhythms and slick horn lines characterize this showpiece for big band, featuring solo jazz for 1st tenor sax. Wry bitonal ‘A’ theme over ‘Nawlins 2nd Line” rhythm is contrasted by more ‘inside’ (and memorable) melody that grabs the audience. Shout chorus features ‘Crescent City’ call-and-response figures. One of our most popular charts. Electric bass required. Doubles: 1st tenor sax dbls. piccolo; 2nd tenor sax dbls. flute. Recorded by the Lou Fischer Rehearsal Band on “Royal St.”(Seabreeze SB-2012 LP). | |
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SASSY LEGS (JO-116) ($55.00) | |
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‘Big 2’ funk for big band. Features angular, whimsical melody stated against a funky bass line. Band shout chorus is in l’istesso aggressive shuffle feel. Solo is 3rd tpt. This chart is playable with a cut-down band (4th tpt., 2nd tenor, 2/3/4 tbns.may be omitted). Optional synth part is included. Electric bass required. | |
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3-LEGGED SHUFFLE ( JO-119) ($40.00) | |
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A strikingly different driving swing-shuffle in 6/4 (3/2) time, this happy swinger is a multi-thematic work reflecting traditional and ‘today’ influences. Main theme focuses on a one-note ‘hook’ melody. Solo is 1st tenor sax (can be extended ). Lots of good ensemble stuff; great concert & contest material. Electric bass may be used. | |
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THE ULTIMATE RAINBOW (JO-120) ($45.00) | |
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Solo feature ballad for 1st alto sax. Mysterioso intro leads to pretty impressionistic ballad. Much use of dom. 9th+11 chords give this piece a ‘neo-Strayhorn’ feeling and sound. Ending features gradually building band vamp under alto ad-lib solo, culminating in a solo alto ad-lib cadenza and a final soft ensemble chord. | |
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5 saxes, 5 trumpets, 5 trombones(3T/2B) & 4 rhythm. NOTE: All charts are playable without tpt.5, tbn.5 or guit. |
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PEG O’ MY HEART (AC/JO-1) ($35.00) | |
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Scored as a walking ballad with a “sorta-Basie” feel. Chart features clarinet melody solo, plus additional choruses for guitar (or piano) and 2nd trombone. A modulation leads to the out chorus, with ad-lib clarinet over the top. This one will delight audiences just about anywhere. Doubles: alto sax 1 dbls. clar. |
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12th ST. RAG (AC/JO-2) ($50.00) | |
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The 1914 quasi-ragtime piece is here transformed into a witty and deftly swinging medium-tempo feature for piano solo and jazz orchestra. The final ensemble - reminiscent of the Ellington and Basie bands - really cooks! | |
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Woodwind (alto sax, tenor sax, clarinet or flute), trumpet or flugelhorn, trombone, piano, acoustic bass & drums. |
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ABRACADABRA! (JC-201) ($17.00) | |
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Intriguing, yearning melody in 6/4 Latin jazz with flugelhorn as lead. Piece is in ABA form; solos for piano & trombone are on the ‘B’ section. First chorus of piano jazz is unaccompanied. First chorus of trombone jazz is duet with piano. Woodwind is on alto sax. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Jazz Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061) |
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BLUE NOTE ca. ‘65 (JC-202) ($15.00) | |
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Dedicated to the most famous jazz record label of all, this smoothly-voiced 18-bar theme is in a medium-tempo “Killer Joe” groove. Lots of blowing room. Shout chorus after solos is added kicker. Woodwind plays tenor sax. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on “Love Song To a Genie” (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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CHERB (JC-230) ($30.00) | |
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This one-movement jazz tone poem has 3 distinct sections: a lyrical section in even 8th-note feel with theme statements by piano and flugelhorn (alternating 4/4 & 5/4 time), a slightly faster minor-key section featuring alto sax jazz, and a slower, sleazy section featuring trumpet ad-lib (plunger is encouraged!). A piano & bass ad-lib duet leads back to a recap of the first theme and a mysterioso ending. Piano part is a bit detailed, but very playable. Transitions between sections will take a bit of rehearsal. Woodwind doubles alto & tenor sax; trumpet doubles flugelhorn. Piece is dedicated to the memory of George Cherb, a legendary figure in Dallas-Ft. Worth music circles and one of the top big band lead trumpeters of the postwar era. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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GOODBYE, CHARLES MINGUS (JC-204) ($15.00) | |
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Minor-key jazz waltz in tribute to the late bassist-composer is a feature for alto sax. Many Mingus-like touches: sudden double-time passages, 3-horn simultaneous improv., etc. Ending features alto in unaccompanied ad-lib cadenza. Trumpet is on flugelhorn. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Love Song To A Genie” (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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GREMLINS (JC-205) ($18.00) | |
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Minor-key uptempo showpiece. Floating rhythm section figure with fast hi-hat drum part is cushion for moody post-bop style lines played by the three horns. Advanced harmony, ‘cluster’ horn voicings. ‘B’ section chord progression provides solo space for piano and flugelhorn (tpt. optional), separated by a reprise of the ‘A’ section bridge material. Punchy ending features ensemble and drums. Woodwind is on alto sax. NOTE: bass part is difficult, with many double-stops in 5ths. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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I’M EASY (JC-206) ($17.00) | |
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Relaxed medium-tempo walking groove on 34-bar AABA structure (the last’A’ has a 2-bar tag). Open solo space. Nice shout chorus leads into reprise of ‘A’ theme and long coda vamp with harmon muted tpt. obligato. Woodwind is tenor sax. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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J.R. PLAYS THE BLUES (pts. 1-2-3) (JC-231) ($30.00) | |
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Written originally to feature Dallas alto sax ace Randy Lee, this 11 minute work is divided into three different styles of instrumental blues: a slow, bluesy, ” big-city-at-3 a.m.’ section; a medium shuffle section with a bit of Ellington influence and a final up-tempo ‘hard bop’ section. A powerful showcase for your best jazz alto. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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LADY FROM THE VALLEY (JC-208) ($20.00) | |
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A sparkling production showcase for acoustic jazz sextet, with an overall ABA structure. The ‘A’ theme is stated by solo bass over a 12/8 rhythm, with backup by a piano ostinato and 3-horn ‘cluster’ harmonies. The ‘B’ theme is stated by the horns over a bright samba rhythm; it is followed by an open solo section. Woodwind doubles alto sax and flute. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Love Song To a Genie” (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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LITTLE BLUE SAMBA (JC-209) ($15.00) | |
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Perky, medium up-tempo samba is really a 24-bar blues with altered harmony. Open blowing space. Cued backgrounds for some solos. Woodwind is on flute. | |
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LOVE SONG TO A GENIE (JC-210) ($18.00) | |
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8/8 medium tempo chart features piano as a lead and solo instrument Lyrical, sometimes wistful theme with an intriguing, seemingly circular AAB structure, sophisticated changes and exotic horn scoring. Woodwind doubles alto sax & flute; trumpet (harmon muted) doubles flugelhorn. It’s the title song of the CD of the same name by the Dave Zoller Sextet (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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MAINSTREAM MADNESS (JC-211) ($19.00) | |
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Our best selling 3-horn & 3 rhythm chart! A happy, medium up-tempo piece rooted in 40’s & 50’s jazz styles and based on the blues. Five different ensemble passages create a ‘little big-band’ effect. Solo space for everyone - and the solo space can be easily opened up if desired. Woodwind is on tenor sax. Featured on the CD “Love Song To a Genie” by the Dave Zoller Sextet (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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N.Y.C. (JC-212) ($13.00) | |
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A roaring, up-tempo burner that’s solidly in the hard-bop mold. This one mixes straight-ahead & Latin jazz, along with some 3/4 & 4/4 time signature switches. Open solo space. Coda is 3-horn simultaneous ‘free-for-all’ over sizzling Latin-jazz vamp. Then - on cue - the ensemble segues into a short non-skid ‘button’ ending that will leave the audience mildly devastated! Woodwind is on tenor sax. | |
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7th & CHRISTOPHER (JC-218) ($14.00) | |
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This medium-tempo minor-key swinger is a challenging yet fun ride for the more advanced jazz combo. Chart has an ABCA form as follows: a misterioso ‘hard-bop’ style line stated by the horns over a shifting bass line in parallel fifths. The ‘B’ theme is unison horns over a bass line made up entirely of up-beat 8th notes. The ‘C’ theme is more unison horns, this time over a driving shuffle rhythm and a chromatic four-chord cycle of dominant 7th+9 chords. Solos are bass, trombone and tenor sax. Bass part is demanding, with lots of double stops. Woodwind is on tenor throughout. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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A SKETCH OF FRED CRANE (JC-220) ($17.00) | |
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A medium-tempo
swing feature for piano. Form is AABA, plus a 16-bar tag
based on pedal-tone harmony. The result is a sunny swing
piece with a slight Dixieland accent! Both tpt. &
tbn. are in cup mutes throughout. Woodwind is on clarinet. Named in honor of the late, great Dallas jazz piano virtuoso featured with Al Hirt, Pete Fountain, Doc Severinsen, Joe Williams and others. As heard on the CD “Snug Harbor” by the Dave Zoller Sextet (dpz JAZZ 3061). |
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SNUG HARBOR (JC-232) ($17.00) | |
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Another Dave Zoller chart in the ‘Naw’lins 2nd-Line’ style; this time, the resulting music has a distinct ‘hard-bop’ flavor. Open solo space for all, with a cued interlude passage to use between groups of soloists, as desired. Woodwind is on tenor sax. It’s the title cut from the Dave Zoller Sextet CD of the same name (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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SONDAY BRUNCH MUSIQUE (JC-222) ($14.00) | |
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Medium up-tempo swinger in AABA form, featuring horn and rhythm sections pitted against each other in call-and-response roles. Shout chorus alternates 3-horn ‘free-for-all’ phrases with unison written lines. Woodwind is on alto sax. Solos are bass, piano & alto. Named in honor of Dallas pianist Steve Sonday. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Snug Harbor” (dpz JAZZ 3061). | |
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‘T’ IS THE KEY (JC-224) ($12.00) | |
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Up-tempo bop-flavored opus. The melody line and horn voicings recall Monk (as well as Mal Waldron, Elmo Hope, Jackie McLean, etc.). Cued interlude features written ensemble exchanges with drums. Open solo space. Woodwind is on tenor sax. As featured on the Dave Zoller Sextet CD “Love Song To a Genie” (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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UNDER A JUMBO MOON (JC-226) ($16.00) | |
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Multi-sectioned composition (actually, an ‘arch’ form - ABCDEDCBA) based on ‘Naw’lins 2nd-Line’ feel in the rhythm section. Solos for piano and all three horns in the ‘E’ section are actually based on the changes to “Just a Closer Walk With Thee” (with substantially altered harmony!). A colorful and lively chart, inspired by the composer’s time performing and touring with the late, legendary Al ‘Jumbo’ Hirt. Woodwind is on tenor sax. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Sextet on the CD “Love Song To A Genie” (dpz JAZZ 3060). | |
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4 tenor trombones, 2 bass trombones, piano, bass, guitar & drums. |
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C.C. & WATER (SC-301) ($18.00) | |
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Medium-tempo swinger. Ingenious ‘melody-in-the-bass’ tune created out of the eight-note diminished (‘half-step/whole-step’) scale is stated by bass trombones & rhythm in first chorus; joined in the second chorus by tenor trombones in a contrary-motion melody. Solo is for 3rd trombone. There is a ‘send-off’ ensemble (cued) and a 3-chorus ensemble shout before the recap. Originally commisioned by Warren Durrett for the “T-Bone Sizzle” at UMKC, Kansas City, MO. Recorded by UMI clinician Arch Martin on the Warren Durrett Production “Jazz In Good Taste” |
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3 tenor trombones, 2 bass trombones, piano, guitar, bass & drums. |
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K.C. YESTERDAY (SC-302) ($24.00) | |
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Our best-selling trombones & rhythm chart! A medium-tempo swinger with an optimistic melody and nice blowing changes. Solos for piano & 3rd trombone can be opened up if desired. Nice shout chorus over strong walking ‘K.C. 4-beat’. Lead trombone is a bit ‘range-y’; lots of high C, C# & D. Featured by Chuck Mandernach’s ‘Them Bones’ ensemble in Dallas and recorded on their LP “You Asked For It!” |
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SLOP (SC-303) ($13.00) | |
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Cookin’ medium -tempo 16th-note funk piece, based on the blues. Open solo space. Button ending. Fun! Electric bass required. | |
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Alto & tenor saxes, trumpet, trombone, guitar, electric keyboard, electric bass & drums. |
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CAPTAIN SPARKLES (JC-229) ($20.00) | |
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High-spirited
medium-tempo funk piece starts off with a ‘melody-in-the-bass’
intro. Theme is a sassy 17-bar line played by the horn
section. Solos within the piece are for keyboard and alto
sax. Guitar is featured ad-lib over the ensemble during the long coda vamp, backed by horn riffs which lead to a cued button ending. A solid set opener or closer. |
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Tenor sax 1 (doubling clarinet), tenor sax 2 (optional soprano sax double), trumpet, trombone, piano, electric bass, drums. |
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BOSS FREIGHT (JC-234) ($30.00) | |
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A medium-up tempo jazz-rock tone poem. Alternates between a ’ big 2’ and ‘4’ rock feel in rhythm section. Clarinet lead over muted brass lends an Ellington flavor to the ensemble. Solos for tenor sax 2 (soprano optional) and trombone (plunger encouraged!). Ending utilizes a quasi-Dixieland 4-horn ad-lib rallantando. A one-of-a-kind chart! Featured on the Dave Zoller CD “The Big Time Sessions” (dpz JAZZ 3065). |
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WONDER OF WONDERS (JC-235) ($22.00) | |
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Up-tempo jazz-rock
piece in 7/4 time. Intro is rubato for solo trumpet (or
flugelhorn) and piano. Tempo is cued by ad-lib drum solo
lead-ins throughout the piece. Solos for piano, trumpet
& 2 tenor saxes are all essentially free-form over a G pedal in 7/4. There are cued ensemble backgrounds to use during the final solo section with two tenors. Recorded by the Dave Zoller Septet on the CD “The Big Time Sessions” (dpz JAZZ 3065). |
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Alto or tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, electric keyboard, guitar, electric bass & drums. |
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OFF TO THE RACES (JC-214) ($20.00) | |
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Up-tempo jazz fusion piece begins with ensemble unison ‘A’ theme as a bass line (with horn section commentary). Then it slips into a bright samba feel for the ‘B’ melody (open ad-lib solo space is based of the ‘B’ section changes). A very effective chart when ad-lib Latin percussion is added. |
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SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL (JC-217) ($12.00) | |
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Busy 16th-note funk vamp in minor is introduced by a brief menacing theme. ‘B’ theme is also used as a cued interlude section to introduce individual solos. Free non-chordal improvising can be done on this piece using the bass motif as a point of departure. |
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TUESDAY THE 7TH (JC-225) ($12.00) | |
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An airy, lyrical medium-tempo 8/8 piece based on five vamp progressions, this chart builds gradually and naturally in its dynamics. A great blowing vehicle. Woodwind is tenor sax doubling flute. [This composition also available as a jazz orchestra chart (JC-227), with much more elaboration & development]. |
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Woodwind (tenor sax, soprano sax or flute), trumpet or flugelhorn, piano, bass & drums |
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FRESH BREW (JC-233) ($12.00) | |
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A medium-tempo 5/4 swing chart. Intro & coda feature ensemble with drum fills (drums are on brushes throughout). Woodwind is on flute. Melody loosely based on the changes to a old standard from the 40’s. Open solo space for all. After solos, there is a cued interlude in which the ensemble and drums trade 4’s before the D.S al coda. Recorded by Pete Brewer on the CD “Second Wind” (Pic Records). |
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IN WALKED MONK (JC-207) ($13.00) | |
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Piano intro (in the ‘Thelonious’ manner) sets the stage for this witty mid-tempo bop theme. This chart affords the experienced small group a fresh improvising vehicle in the ‘hard-bop’ style typical of Monk, Horace Silver, Clifford Brown & Max Roach, et al. Open solo space, plus a half-chorus shout before the wrap-up. | |
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SATURDAY’S CHILD (JC-216) ($10.00) | |
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Wistful minor-to-major key jazz waltz lends itself to fancy improvisation. Soprano sax lead over flugelhorn provides a fresh change-of-pace front line sound. This chart is also playable as a quartet or trio; a concert ‘C’ lead is provided for guitar, vibes or flute. | |
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WILLIS POINT (JC-228) ($9.00) | |
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A big-sounding trumpet-tenor ‘hard-bop’ style chart, based on the blues. Head is based on a fresh development of a standard 2-bar riff. Interlude ensemble is based on a ‘jazz-march’ pattern. Open solo space. | |
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Woodwind (alto sax, tenor sax or flute), electric keyboard or synth, guitar, electric bass & drums. |
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FLASH (JC-203) ($12.00) | |
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High-energy fusion-jazz at its finest! A ‘melody-in-the-bass’ composition stylistically similar to Jaco Pastorious, Yellowjackets, et al. ABA form: the misterioso ‘A’ theme is stated by keyboard and answered by unison ensemble from the rest of the group. ‘B’ theme has another ‘melody-in-the-bass’ theme answered by a ‘hustle’ counter-melody played by tenor & guitar. Ad-lib section is based on ‘B’ theme changes; can be opened up. Closing ensemble involves changing time signatures & syncopated 16th notes (might take some rehearsal!). Fretless electric bass is strongly recommended. Woodwind is on tenor. |
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ORANGE BLOSSOM HONEY | |
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Guitar is showcased in this pretty contemporary jazz ballad over light funk rhythm. Woodwind is on flute. A rubato intro by flute & keyboard leads into a vamp, which, in turn, sets up the guitar melody statement over full rhythm. Guitar solo is over ‘A’ melody changes. | |
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SNOWBOUND (JC-221) ($11.00) | |
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Soulful contemporary funk built on ‘floating key’ chord progression. Open solo space for all. This one lends itself nicely to added light percussion, ad lib. Woodwind is B flat part - playable either on soprano or tenor sax. | |
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SPECIAL PEOPLE (JC-223) ($11.00) | |
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Light-hearted medium ‘big 2’ contemporary instrumental is a feature for keyboard in lead and solo roles. Woodwind is on flute. A happy out-chorus, played in unison by guitar & flute, leads back to the theme re-statement. Audiences love this one. | |
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WEST MEMPHIS BARBEQUE (JC-227) ($14.00) | |
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Rousing contemporary rocker that combines Southern R&B and gospel influences. Interesting form built upon alteration between l’istesso up-tempo funky and a spacier ‘big 2’ feel, all in an overall ABA structure. Woodwind is on tenor. Guitar and tenor have the solo duties. Great production piece for small group. Fretless electric bass is recommended. | |
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Tenor sax, trombone, piano bass & drums. |
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A NIGHT AT CHUMLEY’S (JC-213) ($9.00) | |
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Up-tempo swinger named after legendary alternative music venue in Dallas’ ‘Deep Ellum’ district. This one is a 32-bar ABAB’ structure that alternates between Latin-Jazz & straight-ahead bop feel; its chord progression uses a lot of half-step root movement. A good, tough, happy blowing vehicle with open solo space. |
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B-flat lead (tenor or soprano sax), 4 C-leads (piano. bass, drums, guitar, vibes, flute, etc.) |
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SHADOWS (JC-219) ($10.00) | |
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This beautiful modal-sounding jazz waltz has a haunting melody over very sophisticated harmony. It’s in ABA form; the solo section is the ‘B’ section. Playable as a quartet with vibes, guitar or flute in the lead Also playable as a trio piece (piano or guitar lead). Recorded by the Dave Zoller Quartet on the CD “The Big Time Sessions” (dpz JAZZ 3065). |
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2 trumpets, French horn, trombone & tuba. |
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JAZZ SUITE #1 FOR BRASS QUINTET (EC-401) ($50.00) | |
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A 3-movement work; total performance time is approximately 11:45. All parts are written out - no improvisation required. Originally commissioned by the Missouri Brass Quintet. Any one of the three movements may be performed separately. A fun performing experience for brass players - jazz or legit. The three movements are “Fun House Rag” (Pt. I), “Don’tcha Love the Blues?” (Pt. II) & “From Swing To Bop” (Pt. III). Sold complete with comb-bound full score. A free demo cassette is available. |
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