• Al-Go-Rhythm (A 21st-Century Take on a Gershwin Tune) is word-play on the famous composer’s tune “I Got Rhythm” and the modern computer term, “algorithm”. While it features the primary melodic idea from Gershwin’s tune and borrows the song’s AABA structure in various places, the tune is deconstructed with modern harmony and a through-composed form. The arrangement features dynamic solos (trumpet, trombone, tenor sax) in three distinct palettes. Recorded by the One O’Clock Lab Band on Lab 2019. score-sample
  • Wisdom

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    “Wisdom” begins with a noble chorale. It then moves into a loose medium swing with a strong melody. It is supported with mildly modern harmony set in an ostinato pattern that evolves with the melody.  Solos for are trombone and alto sax. Recorded by the One O’Clock Lab Band on Lab 2021. score-sample
  • Juris Diction was composed in memory of guitarist Vic Juris who lost his battle with cancer on December 31, 2019.  Vic and his wife, Kate Baker, often performed together in the NYC area. Their sound is foremost within this elegy. Recorded by the One O’Clock Lab Band on Lab 2020, performing in the lead roles are Joel White on guitar and Abbi Berry on voice. The piece begins quietly and evolves into a gentle even-8th groove. It builds gradually into a driving rock feel that continues to an epic climax followed by a return to the original meditative mood.score-sample
  • score-sampleA Phil Markowitz composition recorded by Bill Evans w/Toots Thielemans. Arranged with a transcription of Toots’ solo for sax section soli. Recorded on the One O’Clock Lab Band’s 2009 CD. Lead trumpet range – high E.
  • Lines and Spaces is reminiscent of the jazz fusion era. Set in a funk groove, the music offers short percussive blues riffs with contrasting long melodic lines. Soprano sax and flugelhorn are featured with two contrasting palettes for improvisation. The written electric bass part channels the spirit of Jaco Pastorious and is an important character in this piece. Recorded by the One O’Clock Lab Band on Lab 2022.score-sample
  • score-sampleRecorded on the One O’Clock Lab Band’s 2011 CD. This original programmatic work is a driving contemporary ballad that starts simply and develops slowly into a grandiose ending. It features bass, piano, flugelhorn and tenor sax (tenor sax also doubles on soprano) and drum solos as well as a written classical-style descant trumpet solo. Lead trumpet 1 range – high D. Solo trumpet 3 range – high D. Scored for 10 brass.
  • score-sampleAn irreverent but fun poke at the classic Glenn Miller tune, In the Mood. The basic composition by Harold Danko is developed through the big band arrangement that makes further references to Miller’s classic band arrangement as well as String of Pearls. This one will put a smile on everyone’s face (with the possible exception of Glenn Miller) and is great as an encore or contrast piece. Lead trumpet range – high D. (Recorded by the Manhattan School of Music Jazz Ensemble.)
  • score-sampleOriginal composition. A fast, exciting, contemporary be-bop/modal blues that features tenor sax, piano and drum solos. The blues form has been embellished harmonically with each of the three 4-bar phrases within the traditional 12-bar blues expanded x 8, totaling 96 bars per one complete chorus. Also features an ensemble unison section that sounds like a hip, “improvised” solo. Lead trumpet range – high F. Recorded in concert by the Metropole Orchestra. (Available for standard big band or big band with orchestra).
  • score-sample(commissioned by Wynton Marsalis for the LCJO – live recording) this Ornette Coleman tune, based on “Rhythm changes”, is designed to feature any soloist. The trumpets and saxes perform the rather intricate melody at various times. The closing section features a more seductive and sneaky vibe that offers surprises with sudden dynamic contrasts and some interspersed drum fills. Lead trumpet range – high C#.
  • score-sampleRecorded by the One O’Clock Lab Band on Lab 2012. The fugue subject is based on a 12-tone row and the groove is a medium Elvin-ish swing with an open harmonic palette. It features an electrified trumpet (reminiscent of Miles in the 70s). Scored for 10 brass with flute, clarinet, and bass clarinet doubles. Lead trpt – high D.
  • score-sampleAn original ECM-style piece that features solos for soprano sax and piano. Lushly orchestrated with flugelhorns, French horn (cued in T.Sx), and flute/clarinet doubles along with ambient, contemporary guitar textures. Lead trumpet range – high C#. (Recorded by the Manhattan School of Music Jazz Ensemble.)

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