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3x3x2x2x2=72 - arr. Bob Curnow Alterior Motif - Les Hooper Artistry In Percussion - Pete Rugolo
Alterior Motif - Les Hooper
Retail Price: $50.00
 This arrangement by Bob Curnow is based on Johnny Richards' original composition written for the Stan Kenton Orchestra, which was part of the "Adventures In Time" album.  This is about an 8-minute, multi-sectional composition. As recorded by the Stan Kenton Orchestra on "Artistry in Rhythm" (and many other CDs).
Artistry In Rhythm (short v.) - Stan Kenton Baubles, Bangles & Beads - arr. Chico O'Farrill Call Me Irresponsible
Call Me Irresponsible
Retail Price: $55.00
There have been many requests for a stand alone version of Kenton's theme song.  New updated 2019 format!

This fantastic chart swings like all the greatest Basie classics. As recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on “Broadway   Hollywood… Basie’s Way,” Chico O’Farrill’s arrangement of Baubles, Bangles & Beads is a guaranteed hit with your players an  audiences. An iconic melody supports killer solos for Tenor Saxophone and Piano. Flute, Clarinet, and Bass Clarinet doubles give this chart a unique and wonderful character. 5-4-4-4

As Recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on "Pop Goes the Basie." Call Me Irresponsible has that smooth, medium swing to get your listeners swaying back and forth. This chart is easy enough for most bands to play, but truly shines when performed with a Trombone soloist with charisma. 5-4-4-4

Chrysalis - John Oddo Concerto To End All Concertos - Stan Kenton Dance of Life, The (10 brass) - Bob Curnow
Chrysalis - John Oddo
Retail Price: $45.00
 From the pen of one of the best composers in the jazz field. One of Kenton's most important compositions. Bob Curnow takes you on a sensational journey through 6/4 and 12/8 time with this new original composition. If you are a fan of “The First Circle”, or “Minuano” and are looking for something similar, this chart will fill that void with conviction. It is full of exciting contrapuntal lines and alluring dynamic contrast. It provides solo space for tenor, trumpet and drums. This piece is sure to become a modern classic that you will want to have in your library. (5-5-5-4)
Dance of Life, The (8 brass) - Bob Curnow Dorian Blue - Les Hooper Elegy for Alto - Pete Rugolo
Dorian Blue - Les Hooper
Retail Price: $75.00
Elegy for Alto - Pete Rugolo
Retail Price: $50.00
Bob Curnow takes you on a sensational journey through 6/4 and 12/8 time with this new original composition. If you are a fan of “The First Circle”, or “Minuano” and are looking for something similar, this chart will fill that void with conviction. It is full of exciting contrapuntal lines and alluring dynamic contrast. It provides solo space for tenor, trumpet and drums. This piece is sure to become a modern classic that you will want to have in your library. (5-4-4-4)
 A monumental piece of big band jazz.

From the Progressive Jazz period in the 1940's, this piece focused on the alto saxophone (originally played by George Weidler).
Fanfare for the New - Hugo Montenegro Festival Piece - Bob Curnow I'll Get By
Festival Piece - Bob Curnow
Retail Price: $70.00
I'll Get By
Retail Price: $55.00
  One of the great pieces written for the Los Angeles Neophonic Orchestra, founded and conducted by Stan Kenton. Exciting and challenging music.  Bob Curnow has created a marvelous modal piece that opens with a fanfare in 6/8 and then moves into a lilting 3-4 swing tempo.

As recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on "Basie Picks the Winners." I'll Get By starts soft, then shouts to get your audience's attention. A subtle line of piano solos lets your pianist carry that Basie harmony throughout this short, but wonderful, chart. 5-4-4-4

Impressionism - Pete Rugolo Modern Opus - Bob Graettinger More About Thirds - Bill Holman
Impressionism - Pete Rugolo
Retail Price: $45.00
Modern Opus - Bob Graettinger
Retail Price: $50.00
Another amazingly futuristic piece from Rugolo's great mind.  If you're looking for something very different for a jazz history concert, this is it! Graettinger was a Third Stream composer in jazz long before the term was invented.  This amazing work was commissioned by the I.
Newport - Slide Hampton Path Well Chosen, The - Bob Curnow Pueblo de Taos - arr. Fred Sturm
Newport - Slide Hampton
Retail Price: $70.00
 Finally, Slide Hampton's incredible music is in print.  A high-energy, quick-paced jazz piece featuring a trio of trumpet, alto and tenor with optional solos on each part.   Based on a traditional Native American song, Fred Sturm has created a truly amazing masterpiece capturing the beauty of the melody with the intricacies and creativity of a big band.
Rise And Fall of a Short Fugue, The - Bob Curnow Separately Together - Neil Slater Shangri-La
Shangri-La
Retail Price: $55.00
 The Stan Kenton Orchestra was always ahead of its time! This chart was recorded on the Stan Kenton Plays Chicago CD ( available from Sierra Music).  Neil brings us yet another brilliant, original piece in the ECM style.

As Recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on "Pop Goes the Basie." Call Me Irresponsible features plentiful snippets of solos for Tenor 1, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, and Piano. Growling plunger solos form a dialogue between Trumpet and Trombone throughout, while a melodious Tenor Sax line carries the tune. 5-4-4-4

Sound Piece for Jazz Orchestra - Oliver Nelson Special Interests - Neil Slater This Love of Mine
This Love of Mine
Retail Price: $55.00
 This is a magnificent, three-movement work which, when written, redefined big band scoring.  As recorded on the Lab 2011 CD by the North Texas One O'clock Lab Band, this is one of Neil Slaters newest compositions.

As Recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on "Frankly Basie - Count Basie Plays the Hits of Frank Sinatra." A slow swing by bucket muted brass carries this song smoothly along. Long, open solos for Trumpet 4 and Piano will give your talented players space to show their creativity.  5-4-4-4

Values - Neil Slater
Values - Neil Slater
Retail Price: $75.00
 Neil Slater has created a marvelous composition.