Based on Frank Sinatra's legendary 50's recording, this swingin' and happy arrangement can't miss! A guy/girl duet opens it up the second time through. Very accessible arrangement. Piano, guitar, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 2.

This medium tempo Latin piece will fit perfectly into your program or festival needs. It has all the right rhythmic phrases, room for solos and a great lyric line. Piano, bass and drum parts are included. Difficulty level 3.

This original swing chart will really light up your group. It features an alto sax part that swings along with the chorus, so it’s a good way to get one of your jazz band people involved. The lyrics are age-appropriate and have a great positive message. Piano, bass, and alto sax parts included. Difficulty level 3.

A beautiful ballad that is perfect for your festival or program needs. Features an alto solo with touching lyrics and smooth backgrounds. The piece lends itself to a lot of special phrasing and shading to make this arrangement personally fit your group. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 3.

This straight ahead swing selection with great lyrics offers good opportunities for soloing and learning about the basic swing concepts. It is easy to learn, yet musically interesting. Also arranged for SSAA and SATB, with excellent rhythm parts. Piano and bass parts are included. Difficulty level 2.

Just like the SA arrangement (see SMP04-002) this chart is specifically arranged for the entry level jazz choir. With an excellent piano and optional bass part, this composition promises to be a real hit with both performers and audiences alike. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 1.

This chart is a 1930’s retro-jazz creation, in the style of the early swing groups. A drum solo with brushes and bass solo add to the stylistic interest along with an open section for improvisation. Also available for SATB and SSA. Bass and piano parts are included. Difficulty level 3.

Here is a classic arrangement of a great standard jazz tune written in a calypso style. It has an open section for soloing as well as a very tasty group-scat chorus that is a treat to perform. Also available for SATB and SSAA. Piano and bass parts are included. Difficulty level 3.

Want to learn to play chords off of a lead sheet? This step-by-step method will teach you about: basic piano technique, playing triads and seventh chords, reading jazz chord symbols, smooth voice leading between chords, and ii-V-I progressions using just three notes.

This fun-filled song from the Disney film, “The Aristocats,” is arranged to be fun, swinging and accessible to young choirs. Primarily 2-part writing with some 3-part harmony and optional fourth part for the final chords. The simple chord progression of the “A” section can be repeated for improvisation as desired before modulating and building energy to the end. Piano and bass parts are included. Difficulty level 2.

This swinger will be lots of fun for groups of all ages to sing, while telling a story about all the crazy different kinds of food that people eat! There is a classic big-band feel to the rhythmic figures, since this is adapted from an original recording by Cab Calloway. There are a few brief melodic solos as well as an open improvisation section. A great choice for working on swing feel while having a great time! Also available in SSA. Piano and bass parts are included. Difficulty level 2.

This is a solid straight ahead swing chart that your students will really enjoy. The piece is easy, fun and challenging all at the same time. A great way to start your rehearsal or performance. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 2.

This rendition of a tried and true gospel selection will really get your group in the spirit. Features an alto and tenor sax ensemble part as well as a lyric vocal solo section with great ensemble backing. The voice leading is smooth and the traditional lyric line is fun to sing. Piano, bass, alto and tenor sax parts included. Difficulty level 3.

This three part a cappella Halleluyah produces a powerful choral statement your choir will love. The voice leading is excellent and puts the voices in their best ranges for a truly beautiful setting of this text. It is a short piece that will both show off your choir and please your listeners. Difficulty level 2.

Here is a great selection for your patriotic programming needs. The piece was dedicated to the First Strike Band of Brothers who responded to the 9/11 tragedy. The lyrics are appropriate in honoring any of our celebrated heroes. Smooth voice leading and a haunting melody make this piece easy to learn and sing. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 2.