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.

A good chart for middle school or beginning high school groups. A medium tempo blues tune that is rich in harmony yet has just three parts. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 2.

An easy blues with clever lyrics and an open section for improvisation. An excellent chart to start the year with. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 2.

This swing arrangement is pure fun and your group will have a wonderful time with it. A take off of the standard piano hit of many years ago that features a piano solo within the piece with great vocal lines and easy harmonies. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 3.

Inspired by Carmen McRae’s rendition of this great American Songbook standard, this medium swing setting stays firmly in the swing pocket from beginning to end. A 16-bar choral big band shout chorus adds to the fun. Piano, bass, guitar and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

A New Orleans “street-beat” swing chart with fun lyrics and perfect rhythms. Great voice leading and moderate vocal ranges. Lots of room for soloing with interesting backgrounds. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 2.

This 1935 swing classic has stood the test of time and works great in a medium tempo jazz setting. The center of the arrangement opens up for improv followed by a kickin' vocalese shout chorus! Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers would be happy to hear what your choir can do with this chart...this tune sure didn't hurt their careers! Piano, guitar, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

Composed/recorded by legendary flautist Herbie Mann and re-recorded recently by Michael Buble, this 12 bar minor blues progresses from a crisp jazz-rock groove through a swingin’/wailin’ choral middle section (opt. improv) and back again. Piano, guitar, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

An entry-level calypso chart that features great lyrics and rhythmic clapping that will really get your group involved. The words set the mood for a great ending. “I’ve Got A Secret” and you won’t know what that secret is until the very end of the chart. Piano part included. Difficulty level 2.

A straight-ahead swingin’ arrangement of a jazz standard favorite. Features a solo section with a written vocalese. Vocal ranges are very moderate with great voice leading and smooth transitions. There is a great shout chorus leading up to a perfect ending. Piano, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

An original chart featuring a strong message and a great group scat section. Easy, yet musically interesting and exciting for all musical levels. Simple but effective accompaniment. Great entry level or beginning of the year chart with a message that is sure to move your audience. Difficulty level 2.

There's more to Bobby Troup than Route 66! This hip little medium tempo tune swings from beginning to end, with an original Kirby vocalese for the wailing shout chorus...if John Pizzarelli likes it, so will you! So much fun! Piano, guitar, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

Kirby's swingin’ fresh treatment of this jazz classic will cure anything that's ailing you! The Sinatra-esque opening leads to the choir trading roaring "fours" with a solo vocalese the second time through. Great for festivals or concerts. Piano, guitar, bass and drum parts included. Difficulty level 3.

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.

A delicate concert choir selection that features a flute soloist with choir and piano. The flute and piano lines are woven into the vocal ensemble to make this piece come to life in a very special way. Voice leading is smooth and vocal ranges are moderate to enable the ensemble to put emphasis into the emotional and musical aspects of this piece. Piano and flute parts included. Difficulty level 2.