Doug Beach

This very easy level, straight-ahead swing chart will provide young musicians the experience of playing a composition built around modal music. Basic swing figures further enhance the teaching opportu...

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and expandabl...

Feature any instrument in your group on this swinging chart. The soloist is surrounded by full ensemble work, and an open solo section provides space to stretch out (written or ad lib). Scored for 4 h...

A riff-style melody reminiscent of early Basie tunes, blues-based changes, and an open solo section are the winning ingredients in this very easy swing chart. Written or ad lib solos for all are inclu...

Here is the perfect combination of an infectious melody, great scoring and many of the swing figures that are essential for young players to learn. The approachable blues changes in F concert make thi...

This swing excursion commissioned by the School District 45 Jazz Band in Villa Park (IL) serves equally well as a concert opener or closer, and will teach and/or reinforce the basic rhythms that every...

Here is the perfect vehicle for students to learn the essentials of swing rhythms and phrasing. The blues harmonies create a foundation that players will feel comfortable with in both ensemble section...

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Education Association for the First Annual SD Middle School All-State Jazz Band, this straight ahead minor blues provides medium easy groups with a multitude of...

This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opp...

This tribute to Thelonious Monk captures the spirit and sounds of his iconic jazz music. Blues-based changes, sax and brass solis, and an open solo section (written solos provided) are highlights. Sco...

The plunger has been an important effect in jazz since Duke Ellington's band made it a staple in their repertoire. This swing chart gives developing groups a great chance to learn about this unique te...

Commissioned by the Waverly High School Jazz Ensemble (NE) directed by Jim Kucera, this straight-ahead swinger for medium level groups provides an abundance of teaching opportunities. The strong melod...

This straight-ahead swinger was written for medium easy groups, but will work perfectly with groups at many levels. The solid ensemble writing and the blues-based changes will appeal to more experienc...

While lots of charts through the years have been based on the chord changes to 'I Got Rhythm', this straight-ahead swinger for medium level groups is more accessible than most. Perfect for concert or...

Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Jazz Band I, this chart for proficient groups is an even-eighth jazz waltz that features lead alto and guitar (or piano). The lead trumpet player is showca...

Commissioned by the University of New Mexico Jazz Band I, this chart for proficient groups is an even-eighth jazz waltz that features lead alto and guitar (or piano). The lead trumpet player is showca...

Commissioned by the Loveland, Ohio, Music Boosters for their high school jazz band, this blues tune gives directors a great opportunity to teach developing ensembles many of the most basic swing figur...

Commissioned by the Wheeling High School (IL) Jazz Band directed by Brian Logan, this chart is the opening movement of a suite written in memory of music educator Bill Carroll. Bristling with exciteme...

This straight-ahead minor swing original with a memorable melody will be a perfect fit in any program setting. The solid ensemble writing, open solo section (written or ad lib), and roaring shout chor...

Looking for an exciting opener that breaks away from the 12-bar blues format? This medium level swing chart has everything you need! The strong introduction leads right into the exciting minor based m...

Commissioned by the Brockport (NY) High School Jazz Ensemble, this medium level swing chart is a great opener or closer for any jazz program. It contains plenty of full ensemble work and open solo sec...

This book is the most comprehensive, how-to handbook for jazz educators ever published. Featuring easy-to-understand text, loads of notated examples, photos, and unique illustrations by Steve Wiest, t...

Inspired by the music of the great Count Basie Orchestra, this is a perfect vehicle for teaching the swing idiom. It features a riff-based tune, lots of full ensemble work, and blues changes. Sample w...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...

Duets are a great way to learn many of the skills necessary to become a successful musician. In jazz, duets are especially effective when performed with a rhythm section. These 12 easy-medium level ja...