The conversational character of some improvised jazz solos invites the comparison of jazz to storytelling. This particular analogy is made vivid in Lester Young’s remarks regarding his impressions of Frankie Trumbauer’s playing style: “He always told a little story.”
Exercises of 20 of the most common big band ‘hits’ used in big band jazz ensemble music. Once you have these brass section/big band ‘hits’ down, it will open up a new world of drumming!
Most Big Band Charts and Vocal Jazz Arrangements have space for improvised solos. Often, that becomes a concern for the band director or vocal jazz director when choosing a chart to fit their personnel. The more good soloists, the more freedom in choosing good material for your jazz groups.
