The unmistakable style of Neal Hefti is apparent in this popular swing standard. Mark's well-paced chart starts with the full ensemble playing soft. After an Alto Sax solo, it builds to a full-blown s...
One of the all-time Ellington classics is this elegant medium swing tune. Mark's smooth arrangement features plenty of rich ensemble scoring plus solos for trumpet and trombone.
In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor, this medium uptempo jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly in this 6-horn format. Carefully using the combination of saxes and brass to full advantage, thi...
From the film Swing Time and originally performed by Fred Astaire, The Way You Look Tonight won the Academy Award for best original song in 1936. Since then it has remained a popular jazz standard, an...
This Ellington classic is one of the best swing tunes ever written. This makes an outstanding vocal feature, yet your band will have a great time with it as well.
Recorded by many artists (including James Taylor) Mark's version for vocal soloist is written in a medium swing style with a moderate vocal range, and features well-written background figures.
Feature your drummer on brushes with this classy chart on a well-known standard. The ensemble plays mostly tutti rhythms with solo fills provided by the drums. A great concept on a wonderful tune. Als...
This award-winning ballad from Disney's 'Beauty And The Beast' is a natural choice for your vocal soloist. For added flexibility, it can also be performed as a duet. This one is rapidly becoming a sta...
Arranged here in a light rock style, this timeless song from the hit musical Annie is sure to bring a smile. Perfectly scored to sound great, and a natural choice for vocalist.