Jazz Solo Features Friday, February 28, 2020
recommended by Ben H., Jazz Specialist
Trumpet Features
Lavender Sunset by Gregory Yasinitsky, Grade 2
This beautiful ballad scored for developing groups features 2nd Trumpet with an emphasis on lyricism and rich harmonies. The double time solo section can be played as written or ad lib. Featuring Kendor Konvertible scoring for 9-17 players, each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson and optional flute, clarinet, horn in F, tuba and vibes parts.
Untold Story by Doug Beach & George Shutack, Easy
This beautiful 8/8 ballad is the perfect showcase for your trumpet soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace easy level chart. While there is a short section that may be improvised, the solo part is entirely written and no improvisation is required.
Alto Sax Feature
My Dear by Andrew Neu, Grade 3.5
This classic big band alto sax feature was recorded on “The Big Band Side Of Andrew Neu: Catwalk” featuring Eric Marienthal. Beginning as a jazz ballad, it transitions to a double time swing for the written or ad lib solo section. This is the perfect alto feature for advancing groups. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included in each set.
Trombone Feature
Too Little Time arr. Sammy Nestico, Grade 4
Sammy Nestico pays tribute to his long-time friend and trombone icon, Bill Watrous, with this touching setting of Mancini’s “Too Little Time.” Written in a lush ballad style, this is a fitting tribute to a towering performer.
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About the Author:
Ben Huntoon is the Jazz Education Consultant at Stanton’s Sheet Music. He received bachelors and masters degrees in music from Capital University and The Ohio State University respectively. As a professional trumpeter, Ben is accomplished in a wide variety of genres and has performed throughout the Midwest on many stages over the past 30 years. He also teaches trumpet, coaches brass ensembles and has served on the jazz faculty at Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio.