Teaching the World to Play!
FJH Beginning Jazz Ensemble
(Grade 1 - 1.5)
Appropriate for first-year jazz ensembles. Playable with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, and rhythm section. Pieces consist mostly of ensemble writing. Written solos are provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included.
FJH Developing Jazz Ensemble
(Grades 2 – 2.5)
Ideal for middle school jazz ensembles and smaller high school programs. Playable with as few as 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, and rhythm section. Written solos are provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included.
FJH Intermediate Jazz Ensemble
(Grades 3 - 3.5)
Appropriate for high school jazz ensembles. Lead trumpet ranges are modest and occasionally include optional notes for more accomplished players. Written solos are provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included.
FJH Advanced Jazz Ensemble
(Grades 4 - 5)
Ranges and rhythms are expanded to work with accomplished high school, college, and professional ensembles. Written solos are usually provided along with suggested parts for rhythm section and drum set. Guitar chord guide included.