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Afterthought
Composed by Scott Ninmer
This laid-back swing tune features the drums and the beauty of the flugelhorns and trombones in combination throughout the melody. The solo sections for the trombone and trumpet give them the chance to solo on contemporary changes in two different sections and moods of the tune. The shout chorus after the solos sections showcases the brilliance of the ensemble's sound and also features some nice work for the saxes.
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Buy NowAny Moment Now
Composed by Scott Ninmer
Rich harmonies, syncopated figures, and staggered entrances give this swing original for advancing groups a really fresh, sophisticated sound. 2nd Trumpet is featured on a portion of the melody soon after the introduction and later during an improvised solo, followed by a dramatic series of section and full band passages that build in volume and intensity before the quiet final note.
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Beneath the Veiled Moon
Composed by Scott Ninmer
Looking out on the night sky away from city lights, a beautiful orange-red moon could be seen through the clouds. This through-composed piece attempts to capture the beauty of that image. A trumpet soloist is featured on the lyrical melody and serene solo. The warm colors of the ensemble are also featured, creating a luscious background for the soloist.
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Buy NowBlue Peace
Composed by Scott Ninmer
"Blue Peace" was inspired by the compositional style of Maria Schneider, particularly her composition "Green Piece". This straight-eighth chart provides extensive modal solo space for the soprano (or alto) saxophonist while featuring the ensemble using a large palette of contemporary colors.
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Buy NowClue's Blues
Composed by Scott Ninmer
Commissioned by the Jazz Division of the Illinois Music Educators Association for the 2019 Illinois All State Jazz Ensemble, this swinging blues chart will make a great addition to any program. Wonderful ensemble writing, a strong melody, and plenty of opportunities for soloing, all combine to make this a must for any medium advanced library.
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Eleventh Hour Blues
Composed by Scott Ninmer
Written in the style of Neal Hefti's "Splanky" for the Basie Band, this blues features the piano,
alto sax, and trombone. The saxophone section is also featured in a soli, and there are plenty of
big moments for the entire band as well.
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Buy NowFigure It Out
Composed by Scott Ninmer
"Figure It Out" was composed in 2011 under commission by the New York Youth Symphony Jazz Band featuring Marcus Printup. In writing this piece for the New York Youth Symphony Jazz Band's "Basie and Beyond" concert, I strove to pay homage to the lineage of Basie writers, while still stepping a bit 'beyond' their developments. The opening section features a rubato piano intro (a different take on the standard 'Basie' intro) before the trumpet soloist enters. The piece provides ample solo space for the soloist, as well as fun tutti sections for the entire ensemble.
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Buy NowLilt
Composed by Scott Ninmer
***Winner of the 2011 New York Youth Symphony First Music Jazz Competition***
"Lilt" was composed as a light-hearted reflection on the pastoral countryside of Ireland.
In this piece I have attempted to evoke the sounds of traditional Irish music.
The tenor saxophone and trumpet are featured on open modal solos that serve as a metaphor
for these charming expanses of land.
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Buy NowPong
Composed by Scott Ninmer
This happy-go-lucky tune pays homage to the eponymous Atari video game. The trombone and tenor play this game via the melody and have plenty of room to solo over rhythm changes. The saxes are featured on a bluesy soli a la Thad Jones, and the power of the brass is showcased throughout. This fun piece is sure to be exciting for both the band and the audience!
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Buy Now¿Quién Sabe?
Composed by Scott Ninmer
"¿Quién Sabe?" (translated "Who Knows?") was written in 2012 for the Manhattan School of Music Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Bobby Sanabria. It uses two Brazilian rhythms, the baião and the samba, with jazz harmony and funky rhythms to create a melding of the two countries' musical styles. The alto sax and bari sax are are featured, with the alto soloing over the modal baião section and the bari on the more traditional samba. The band is also featured in several climactic moments.
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Buy NowSoulstyle
Composed by Scott Ninmer
"Soulstyle", written in the funk-gospel style, is sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Multiple soloists take center-stage, along with ample ensemble work in the key of G Major.
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Buy NowA Stroll in Riverside Park
Composed by Scott Ninmer
"A Stroll in Riverside Park" was commissioned by the Summit Middle School Jazz Band in Boulder, CO under the direction of Mark Koob in 2013. Walking down Riverside Park in New York City on a brisk autumn day, one is transported from
the hustle and bustle of city life to a lovely, leisurely walking path lined with overhanging trees
and their orange and scarlet foliage overlooking the majesty of the Hudson River.
One sees people from all walks of life running, walking, playing, and sightseeing along this park. This piece captures the sense of calm that walking through this park gives me after being caught
in the swirl of activity of NYC life.
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Buy NowTunnel Traffic
Composed by Scott Ninmer
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