Introducing the Volume 23

Doug Beach Jazz Music

Brass ranges for each chart are based on this octave numbering system in treble clef (range notes in parentheses are optional):
octave 4 - middle C to third-line B
octave 5 - third-space C to B above the staff
octave 6 - C above the staff and up


First Edition Series

Easy charts that provide beginners with a solid jazz foundation. Scored for 5 saxes, 8 brass, and rhythm. Playable by 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, piano, bass, and drums.

Connecting With The Blues
by Doug Beach easy
Gumbo Caliente
by Doug Beach easy


The Threshold Series

Excellent charts for developing players. Scored for 5 saxes, 8 brass, and rhythm.

Bluesin' With Bradley
by Doug Beach medium easy
I Got Chili Pepper
by Doug Beach & George Shutack medium easy
The Red Bank Express
by Doug Beach medium easy


The Jazz Ensemble Series

Creative concert numbers for experienced big bands. Scored for 5 saxes, 8 brass, and rhythm.

Nightowl Suite, Mvt. 1
by Mike Tomaro medium advanced
This
by Neil Slater medium advanced


Improvisation Series

Easy charts that provide beginners with an introduction to jazz improvization. Scored for 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, and rhythm, plus optional flute, clarinet, and horn in F. Playable by 4 horns, piano, bass, and drums.

Improvisation Workout, V.1
by Doug Beach & George Shutack easy