PLAY IT COOL GRADE 2 WOODS (601128H ) (Band Stage )

Here's a straight-ahead chart reminiscent of Miles Davis' modal playing and writing during the late 1950s. It takes the typical AABA form and compresses" it, so the band won't be stranded on one chord for 16 to 24 measures. This, along with the focus on ensemble playing and the excellent suggestions in the IDEAS FOR IMPROV section of the score, makes "Play It Cool" an excellent vehicle to introduce this important style to your young ensemble. By the way, it does sound cool too!