NEW MUSIC for 2006

CHICAGO (That Toddling Town)
– arr. John Edmondson.
A favorite for jazz bands and singers since the 1920s, this new swinging chart features intriguing rhythms, Shearing-style rhythm soli section and sax section soli or solo. This one never let's up, and will make a great opener! Don't miss it! [2:58]
Q662029 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662030 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

ST. LOUIS BLUES
– arr. John Edmondson.
A JAZZ ENCORE from 2001, this chart features alternating rock and swing styles and is a certified hit in this series. For those directors who may have missed this winner the first time around, here is the perfect opener for any program! Grab it before it's gone! [3:17]
Q662003 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662004 - Extra Full Score - $6.00

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME
– arr. John Edmondson.
A JAZZ ENCORE from 2001, this arrangement opens with a quote from the original tune, and then falls into a swing groove that will have the hometown fans dancing in the aisles instead of eating their popcorn and Cracker Jack! The perfect pep band piece! [2:15]
Q662005 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662006 - Extra Full Score - $6.00

More Developing Jazz Titles

AFTER YOU'VE GONE
– arr. John Edmondson.
This great standard has been arranged in a new setting that really swings! The extended time treatment makes it very easy to play, and it features solos for sax and trumpet that may be played as written or improvised. It even has a gang vocal — "one more time" — a la Basie's April In Paris. [3:00]
Q662011 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662012 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

BOSSA BRAZILIA
– John Edmondson.
In the best tradition of the Brazilian jazz style, this original bossa nova introduces this important Latin style to young jazz players in an easy linear setting that is easy to prepare and a joy to perform. Great program contrast, too! [3:12]
Q662023 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662024 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

HEFTI'S HIDEOUT
– John Edmondson.
Neal Hefty is simply one of the greatest jazz tune writers of our time. Neal wrote such great jazz charts as Li'L Darlin', Cute, The Kid From Red Bank (for Basie) and movie and television themes, like Harlow, The Odd Couple, Batman, and many others. This modest tribute will introduce your young jazz players to this important talent. [3:32]
Q662015 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662016 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

MAC DADDY
– John Edmondson.
An up tempo blues chart in the style of the "mac-daddy" of them all — Count Basie. This easy winner has everything — written out solos(with room for more, if you want), a great shout chorus and a big ending. What else do your need for a terrific presentation of your jazz group? [3:00]
Q662013 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662014 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

MARGIE
– arr. John Edmondson.
The Dave Brubeck Quartet recently revived this popular jazz tune from the 1920s, and this writer has arranged it in the style of the late great Billy May, with swooping saxes, punchy brass figures and contrasting rhythmic styles that typified that amazing writer's work. Go for it! [2:48]
Q662025 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662026 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

ON STATE STREET
– John Edmondson.
Inspired by the driving Chico O'Farrill chart for the Basie band on Chicago (That Toddling Town), this swing original features the sax section prominently, along with a short trumpet solo or unison section feature, with lots of Basie style piano fills. Open with this, and you may start the next great Chicago fire! [2:10]
Q662017 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662018 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

POOR BUTTERFLY
– arr. Edmondson.
Countless recordings and arrangements of this great standard attest to its timeless quality. This treatment, reminiscent of the great Les & Larry Elgart Band of the 1950s, offers a written out trumpet solo or unison section feature that will challenge your players and thrill your listeners. The varied articulation styles are fine training tools for better ensemble precision. Impressive! [3:20]
Q662019 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662020 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

THE SHEIK
– arr. John Edmondson.
The Sheik of Araby is a venerable jazz tune in a new swinging big band setting that features tutti sax section, a brief trumpet solo and a shout ending that will bring any audience to its feet! Don't miss this great opener! [2:10]
Q662027 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662028 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

SILENT NIGHT
– arr. Edmondson.
Perhaps the most revered Christmas carol of all time, the jazz waltz treatment of this melody demonstrates the versatility of this simple tune in a dramatic setting that will delight your audience. This could be the highlight of your holiday concert, and the ease of preparation will save lots of time. Don't miss this one! [2:45]
Q662021 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q662022 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

SLAM DUNK
– John Edmondson.
Your jazz band will score points with this original tune inspired by Basie's "Shiny Stockings". Cup muted brass, tight sax ensemble scoring and a trumpet solo or section feature highlight this chart. Everyone's toes will be tapping as your band grabs hold of this mellow swing style! [3:10]
Q662001 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662002 - Extra Conductor - $6.00

ST. LOUIS BLUES
– arr. John Edmondson.
This enduring blues standard by W. C. Handy has got to be on your next concert! The opening minor verse is in a kicking rock style, and the major blues that follows is in a driving swing. Featuring trumpet and trombone solos or section features, you can open it up for other soloists. Perfect! [3:25]
Q662003 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662004 - Extra Conductor - $6.00

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME
– arr. John Edmondson.
Don't let the original waltz intro fool you — this chart crackles when it starts to swing! With a great trumpet solo or section feature, this is terrific for pep bands, concerts and festivals! It will knock the audiences Red or White Sox off! [2:20]
Q662005 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662006 - Extra Conductor - $6.00

TWEAK IT
– John Edmondson.
Louis Prima lives! The shuffle rhythm style made famous by this jazz giant can now be learned by your band. The infectious blues tune opens with a trio of muted trumpet, alto and tenor, then builds all the way to the end. Plus, it can be opened up for all your soloists. A real crowd pleaser! [2:35]
Q662007 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662008 - Extra Conductor - $6.00

YOU MADE ME LOVE YOU
– arr. Edmondson.
Made famous by the late, great Harry James, this classic ballad has been tastefully arranged to encourage a new generation of trumpet players. A fantastic programming choice for any concert! And if that isn't enough, there's a terrific sax ensemble chorus too! [3:10]
Q662009 - Set with Score - $35.00
Q662010 - Extra Conductor - $6.00