2021-2022
Music that Inspires
New Music for
Jazz Ensemble ExcelciaMusic.com
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2021-2022
New Music for Jazz Ensemble Our 2021-22 Jazz Ensemble music release features music from a roster of outstanding composers. You will find a ange of exciting new pieces, explorations of new ideas, and music that is accessible for all levels of school and community Jazz ensembles. Grouped in fi e difficulty l vels, each chart is carefully edited and has fully notated rhythm section parts.
Odyssey Series
Voyage Series
Grade 1
Grade 3-3.5
Exploration Series
Zenith Series
Grade 1.5
Grade 4 & up
Horizon Series
Jazz Combo Series
Flexcel
Grade 2-2.5
COMPOSERS WHO INSPIRE
Grade 3
Larry Clark
Blair Bielawski
Jamie Roth
David Samuel
Steve Wiest
Jazz Editor
Kris Berg
Jack Cooper
Steve Parsons
Peter Sciaino
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Jazz Odyssey Series - Grade 1
Jazz Exploration Series - Grade 1.5
• 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
• 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
LARRY CLARK
Overdrive
Your young rhythm section will really be able to dig in with this funky, cut-time rock chart. It features bold melodies along with some compelling counter lines from the Saxes and Guitar. Driving rock is at the heart of this piece, but there are several passages with winds only that provide some subtle contrast. To add a different dimension to your band’s sound, if you have an Electric Guitar player, have them experiment with some effects when playing a line with the Saxes or Trombones.
LARRY CLARK
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BLAIR BIELAWSKI
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Grade 1
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Box of Rock Grade 1 /2
Here’s a very easy rock tune with a fun twist – it is built on ten measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry with this one and will have a blast in the process. Punchy Brass licks and outstanding Saxophone lines are a feature of this engaging rock chart. (3:03)
(with Interference) #2 in the Smart Phone Series STEVE WIEST
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Long known for his compositions for advanced ensembles composer Steve Wiest has turned his creative genius an to an easier level to come up with music that is hip but is accessible to younger bands. Students and audiences will love the programmatic nature of this chart. (4:04)
Signal Drop
Box of Rock
Steve Wiest
Multiple time Grammy-nominated jazz composer and trombonist, Steve Wiest is known world-wide for his fresh, cutting-edge writing, as well as his extroverted virtuoso trombone playing.
Long known for his compositions for advanced ensembles, composer Steve Wiest has turned his creative genius to come up with music that is hip but is accessible to younger bands. Students and audiences will love the programmatic nature of this chart. The second offering in his Smart Phone series is all about that dreaded “call failed” signal drop. Aside from the story behind the music, the blues-tinged melody along with the minor harmony sound very cool.
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It’s Got That Swing! BLAIR BIELAWSKI
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Jazz Exploration Series
Grade 11/2
EJE2103
It’s Got That Swing!
The full ensemble is highlighted throughout this very easy swing chart. Plenty of tutti rhythms in the winds and straight forward, beautifully written rhythm section parts will help this piece come together with minimum rehearsal time. (2:39)
JACK COOPER
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The biting dissonance of the sharp 9 chord is used as the centerpiece for this free spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece in the repertoire for music at this level. (3:02)
Honk! Honk!
OJE2103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00 The biting dissonance of the sharp 9 chord is used as the centerpiece for this free spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece in the repertoire at this level. It is surprisingly sophisticated with just the right amount of “grit” to warrant the title.
Honk! Honk!
BLAIR BIELAWSKI
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Jack’s music draws from a diverse number of musical genres and styles. His melodies find their own, organic path, creating unexpected and lyrical ideas. Classical, pop and multi-ethnic elements are found in his big band writing creating many pleasant surprises.
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JACK COOPER
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Overdrive
Baby Blues
The music Blair creates for jazz ensembles at all levels is engaging for the student and educationally sound. Writing for publication since 1988, his music has been performed internationally by student and professional groups. His compositions and arrangements appear on many state contest/festival lists and have been described as creative, innovative, and dynamic.
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Overdrive Blair Bielawski
Overdrive
Larry Clark has composed a great introduction to the blues that is filled with ensemble passages that work beautifully. One of the fundamentals of the blues is “call and response” and this chart demonstrates exactly what that is all about. (3:12)
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Swingin’ Winner, Chicken Dinner! DAVID SAMUEL
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David’s music is emotionally charged and rhythmically pleasing. Heavily influenced by his background as a jazz pianist, his harmonic palette provides listeners with a fresh sound.
Swingin’ Winner, Chicken Dinner! Everyone is a winner with this new David Samuel blues composition. It’s got everything you look for in an easy swing chart: straight ahead rhythms with clear articulations, bluesy melodic lines, well-written solos with an opportunity to improvise and a cool shout chorus. Definitely worth taking a gamble on this one!
PRACTICE TRACKS
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All Excelcia Jazz charts come with free play-along practice tracks for practice of improvisation skills, that feature rhythm section accompaniment over the solo section changes.
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Grade 11/2
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No, No, No... We Gotta Go STEVE PARSONS
Excelcia Music Publishing Jazz Exploration Series Steve’s music is energetic and fun. Student’s will be captivated by his heroic film-score like music. He has a wealth of experience composing outside of educational music that brings an exciting freshness to his pieces.
No, No, No... We Gotta Go A funky rock chart with attitude, this piece is good-naturedly dedicated to that one person in the band who makes everyone late as their friends chant “we gotta go” in exasperation. The Saxes take the main theme with brass answering lines, then the roles are flipped for the B section. Lots of Cowbell underscores the call and response bridge, leading into solos for Tenor Saxophone and Trumpet.
No, No, No... We Gotta Go
Steve Parsons
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David Samuel Everyone is a winner with this new David Samuel blues with a bridge composition. It’s got everything you look for in an easy swing chart: straight ahead rhythms with clear articulations, bluesy melodic lines, well written solos with an opportunity to improvise and a cool shout chorus. (3:10)
Swingin’ Winner, Chicken Dinner!
David Samuel
Swingin’ Winner, Chicken Dinner!
No, No, No...We Gotta Go Steve Parsons A funky rock chart with attitude, this piece is good-naturedly dedicated to that one person in the band who makes everyone late as their friends chant “we gotta go” in exasperation. (3:42)
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Jazz Horizon Series - Grade 2-2.5
Jazz Voyage Series - Grade 3-3.5
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PETER SCIAINO
Excelcia Music Publishing Jazz Voyage Series Blair Bielawski
The music Blair creates for jazz ensembles at all levels is engaging for the student and educationally sound. Writing for publication since 1988, his music has been performed internationally by student and professional groups. His compositions and arrangements appear on many state contest/festival lists and have been described as creative, innovative, and dynamic.
On the Cool Side
At the End of the Day
This stunning music was written by Dallas based Rosana Eckert for her debut album in 2003. It is a light and sophisticated bossa with some gorgeous harmony. Arranged by the incomparable Michele Weir for vocal jazz ensemble, this version was adapted for instrumental ensemble by Blair Bielawski. There is an eight-measure solo line that may be played by Tenor Saxophone and/or Guitar. Though not technically demanding, this chart does require some thoughtful playing by the winds and rhythm section.
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Jazz Horizon Series
Grade 2
HJE2102
Unlimited Miles
As you probably guessed from the title, Kris Berg has taken hints from some Miles Davis classics and turned them into a brilliant, up-tempo swing composition. Your band will get to show off their dynamic flexibility with some wonderful soft ensemble sections that lead into a shout chorus with awesome Saxophone line. Be sure to stay tuned to the end of the chart…Kris adds some clever harmonic and rhythmic movement that wraps up the chart with a flourish.
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Mamacita Needs a Break
Driving Latin rhythms, great polyphonic writing and interesting major 7 over minor chord harmony combine to make this chart unforgettable. There are lots of dynamic contrasts, so the full range of your group will be showcased. The haunting melody weaves between sections throughout the composition which really makes the piece hang together well.
PETER SCIAINO
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Peter Sciaino
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Grade 2
TRADITIONAL Arranged by DAVID SAMUEL
Traditional, Arranged by David Samuel
Jazz Voyage Series
PETER SCIAINO
Composer Peter Sciaino has taken a vintage big band feel and turned it into a rousing, swinging extravaganza. There are plenty of twists and turns along the way and some interesting development sections that will showcase your band to the fullest. (3:48)
Peter Sciaino
Big Band Bash
Composer Peter Sciaino has taken a vintage big band feel and turned it into a rousing, swinging extravaganza. There are plenty of twists and turns along the way and some interesting development sections that will showcase your band to the fullest. Of course, it has a killer shout chorus!
Big Band Bash
Appealing, playable, tuneful with a dash of whimsy, Peter’s music is influenced by jazz, world, and popular music while still being heavily rooted in the concert band medium.
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PETER SCIAINO
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Big Band Bash Peter Sciaino
Big Band Bash
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The holidays never had it so good! David Samuel has taken the classic carol Deck the Halls and turned it into a funky, rhythmic piece that will definitely be a crowd pleaser. There is a terrific winds only section after the short solo section. (2:49)
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Groovin’ Up the Halls
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Blair Bielawski
Love Wins
In addition to the demonstration recording of this tune, be sure to check out the exuberant video by the composer, Bill Cantos, with his own band. He calls the music he wrote for this album “new standards for the new Millennium” and this funky cha-cha certainly warrants that description. Some lush orchestration and creative orchestration make this chart shine.
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STEVE PARSONS
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BILL CANTOS / MICHELE WEIR / BLAIR BIELAWSKI
(Can’t You See?) It’s Magic
The music Blair creates for jazz ensembles at all levels is engaging for the student and educationally sound. Writing for publication since 1988, his music has been performed internationally by student and professional groups. His compositions and arrangements appear on many state contest/festival lists and have been described as creative, innovative, and dynamic.
A good introduction to the ubiquitous rock shuffle, this piece captures the fun an mystery of an illusionist’s sleight-of-hand close magic act. Every section is featured as the melodic lines are passed along over a funky groove. (3:31)
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(Can’t You See?) It’s Magic
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Mamacita Needs a Break Driving latin rhythms, great polyphonic writing and interesting major 7 over minor chord harmony combine to make this chart unforgettable. There are lots of dynamic contrasts, so the full range of your group will be showcased. (4:06)
Mamacita Needs a Break
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Unlimited Miles Kris Berg
Unlimited Miles
Unlimited Miles
As a bassist, Kris tends to start original compositions from the “bottom” up, starting with a groove or rhythmic chord progression idea and composing melodies over the top. For his arrangements, Kris loves to “change” things up including meter, style, tempo or “de-construction” of the melody.
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Rosana Eckert Arranged by Michele Weir Adapted by Blair Bielawski
This stunning music was written by Dallas based Rosana Eckert for her debut album in 2003. It is a light and sophisticated bossa with some gorgeous harmony. Arranged by the incomparable Michele Weir for vocal jazz ensemble, this version was adapted for instrumental ensemble by Blair Bielawski. (3:16)
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This new Calypso chart from jazz musician and educator Kris Berg might be the happiest piece ever written for young jazz ensemble. Like the classic Sonny Rollins piece St. Thomas, this composition uses simply basic chords and rhythms, but the end result is a sparkling, bright change of pace chart. (2:50)
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Looking for a reason to have the band wear shades? Here’s the answer! Nice little bass riff, splashy piano chords and finger snaps set up this chart perfectly. Great motivic development and some weaving lives add to the character of the piece. Have some fun with this one! (4:35)
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BILL CANTOS Arranged by MICHELE WEIR Adapted by BLAIR BIELAWSKI
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Love Wins
Bill Cantos Arranged by Michele Weir Adapted by Blair Bielawski In addition to the demonstration recording of this tune, be sure to check out the exuberant video by the composer, Bill Cantos, with his own band. He calls the music he wrote for this album “new standards for the new Millennium” and this funky cha-cha certainly warrants that description. (4:00)
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Advanced high school ensembles More freedom in overall concept More advanced harmonic structure Independent playing across sections Carefully notated rhythm section parts Grade 4
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Written for the wonderful saxophonist Chris Vadala, arranger Kris Berg has fashioned a contemporary sounding chart in D minor that moves from a loose, open swing to a straight-ahead swing groove. (5:15)
STEVE WIEST
This is definitely not our grandmother’s rhythm changes! Leave it to the creative master, Steve Wiest, to come up with a totally fresh (and somewhat zany) take on the familiar rhythm changes form. This piece zips along at 236, so be prepared for a wild ride. (3:16)
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This is definitely not your grandmother’s rhythm changes! Leave it to the creative master, Steve Wiest, to come up with a totally fresh (and somewhat zany) take on the familiar rhythm changes form. This piece zips along at 236 bpm, so be prepared for a wild ride. An awesome selection to close a concert or festival program, Steve has definitely tapped “into the force” on this killer chart.
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Multiple time Grammy-nominated jazz composer and trombonist, Steve Wiest is known world-wide for his fresh, cutting-edge writing, as well as his extroverted virtuoso trombone playing.
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Wow! This is a blues with serious attitude! It comes out of the gate roaring and composer Jamie Roth has included plenty of interesting details that make this a standout chart for high school bands. Great dynamic contrasts are built in so there are some moments that whisper and some that explode. (4:25)
Jack Cooper Inspired by a trip through the mountains of Austria, Vantage Point is a breathtaking excursion in 3/4 with excellent lines and brilliant harmony. (2:57)
Jack Cooper
Vantage Point
Inspired by a trip through the mountains of Austria, Vantage Point is a breathtaking excursion in 3/4 with excellent lines and brilliant harmony. The beautifully shaped melody is first presented by Alto Saxophone 1, Tenor Saxophone 1 and Trumpet 4 with some light time in the rhythm section. This leads to the full ensemble taking over in a swinging three. Plenty of dynamic contrasts and some interesting 4 against 3 rhythms will make this chart a showcase for your band.
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Jack’s music draws from a diverse number of musical genres and styles. His melodies find their own, organic path creating unexpected but lyrical ideas. Classical, pop and multi-ethnic elements are found in his big band writing creating many pleasant surprises.
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Playable by as few as three players and rhythm section Parts written in keys instead of by instrument for additional fl xibility Optional parts included for Flute, Clarinet, Horn in F, Tuba Rhythm section practice play-along track provided Permission to photocopy included and digital files can be downloa Grade 3
TRADITIONAL Arranged by BLAIR BIELAWSKI
Traditional Arranged by Blair Bielawski
Blair Bielawski The music Blair creates for jazz ensembles at all levels is engaging for the student and educationally sound. Writing for publication since 1988, his music has been performed internationally by student and professional groups. His compositions and arrangements appear on many state contest/festival lists and have been described as creative, innovative, and dynamic.
This new flexible arrangement of Go Tell It on the Mountain by arranger Blair Bielawski is sure to be a crowd favorite. Written in classic swing style, this chart is playable by as little as 3 musicians and a rhythm section. Christmas has never been more groovy! (1:58)
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Flexcel Jazz Combo Series We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Go Tell It on the Mountain
Go Tell It on the Mountain
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We Wish You a Merry Christmas TRADITIONAL Arranged by BLAIR BIELAWSKI
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Using a light and breezy Calypso vibe, this arrangement will be as much fun to play as it is to hear. There are several interesting melodic and harmonic twists that will keep everyone on their toes, but it is still quite easy to play and should require a minimum of rehearsal time. This would be a wonderful change-of-pace selection on a holiday concert. This flexible arrangement is highly adaptable and will work with a variety of wind configurations.
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Traditional Arranged by Blair Bielawski This light and breezy chart is another winner from arranger Blair Bielawski. Playable with as little as 3 musicians and a rhythm section. Open your next concert with this laid-back groovin’ version of We Wish You a Merry Christmas. (2:04)
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing TRADITIONAL Arranged by BLAIR BIELAWSKI
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Traditional Arranged by Blair Bielawski
Flexcel Jazz Combo Series Joy to the World
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
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Joy to the World TRADITIONAL Arranged by BLAIR BIELAWSKI
Blair Bielawski The music Blair creates for jazz ensembles at all levels is engaging for the student and educationally sound. Writing for publication since 1988, his music has been performed internationally by student and professional groups. His compositions and arrangements appear on many state contest/festival lists and have been described as creative, innovative, and dynamic.
Arranged by Blair Bielawski for fl xible Jazz combo, this swingin’ version of Hark! The Herald Angels Sing is a perfect addition to any Christmas concert. Playable with as little as 3 musicians and a rhythm section, we know this one will be a hit! (2:32) Joy to the World
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The Neal Hefti composition for the Basie band called Cute set the standard for soft and sophisticated ensemble work in the winds with the drummer playing soloistic fills using brushes. This arrangement of Joy to the World uses that style in a clever way to highlight the ensemble and give your drummer a chance to show off their brush technique. The chart is very playable and serves as a super introduction to the lighter side of swing. This flexible arrangement is highly adaptable and will work with a variety of wind configurations.
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Joy to the World Traditional Arranged by Blair Bielawski Wish good tidings and cheer for your audience with this easy swing version of a classic Christmas hit! Blair Bielawski certainly brings joy with this wonderfully accessible arrangement of Joy to the World for Flexible Jazz Combo, playable with as little as 3 musicians and rhythm section. (2:20)
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