UNC Jazz Press

01/15/2025

🎶 Meet Cathy Jensen-Hole: An accomplished performer, composer, educator, and clinician with a rich international background in vocal jazz! 🎤

Cathy has been a dynamic force in the world of jazz education, having served as the Director of Vocal Jazz at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and taught at Central Washington University-Ellensburg and the University of Texas - Denton.

Her musical journey has taken her around the globe, from performing in Australia, Great Britain, Indonesia, and the U.S., to being featured in radio ads, including the iconic Australian Coca-Cola campaign! 🌍✨

Cathy has also been a sought-after clinician and adjudicator at conferences and festivals, including directing the Jazz Honor Choir at the 2001 MENC Northwest Division Conference and the Upper New York State All District Jazz Choir in 2003.

We’re proud to celebrate Cathy’s dedication to the world of jazz and education—an inspiring artist making an impact wherever she goes! 🌟

12/22/2024

UNC Jazz Press composer, Adam Bartczak, presents his group in a performance of holiday music at the Mercury Cafe in Denver this Monday, December 23. It will be a fantastic concert!

https://www.mercurycafe.com/event/adam-bartczak-republic/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHVNMhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHchTaFvrDCGhj4fuo9P4OHO6mVBgRkAefFKSRygpqu21deCavj2yZmoW0Q_aem_cSCzmQIaej6MBsYodRvvtw

Advance: $20 Ticket + $3 Service Fee – Day Of Show: $25 Ticket + $3 Service Fee

12/12/2024

🎶 Celebrating Clarence Hines: Trombonist, Composer, Educator 🎶

From sharing the stage with legends like Slide Hampton, David Sanborn, and The Temptations to composing and arranging for professional and collegiate ensembles across the globe, Clarence Hines is a force in the world of music. 🌍

As a trombonist, composer, and educator, Clarence has performed at top venues and festivals, including the North Sea Jazz Festival and Rochester International Jazz Festival, and his works have been premiered at iconic locations like Tanglewood and Lincoln Center. 🎶

Currently, Clarence serves as the Director of the School of Music at the University of North Florida, where he also teaches Jazz Studies. He previously taught at the Eastman Summer Jazz Studies and Tritone Fantasy Jazz Camp. He continues to inspire the next generation of musicians through his work as a clinician and faculty member at prestigious camps like Birch Creek Music Performance Center’s Summer Music Academy. 🎓

Check out Clarence’s music on the UNC Jazz Press website and let his music inspire you and your students alike!

12/03/2024

🎶 Meet Adam Bartczak: 🎶

A Denver-based trombonist, composer, and educator whose work transcends genres from jazz to rock, reggae, and world music. With performances by groups like the West Point Jazz Knights and the University of North Texas Lab Band, Adam’s music has also been featured at major events like the Jazz Education Network Conference and the West Point Jazz Composers Forum. A former member of Yo, Flaco! and an award-winning artist, he’s shared the stage with icons like Ziggy Marley, Del the Funky Homosapien, and Ron Miles.

He formerly studied at CU Boulder and New England Conservatory with Bob Brookmeyer, and is currently teaching at Metropolitan State University of Denver, Adam leads his own jazz quintet, The Democracy, and recently released his second album. His debut album “Grass Is Greener” is available now. 🌱

Catch Adam live on December 23rd, 7:30 P.M. at Mercury Cafe in Denver with is 20-piece big band! Link below!
https://www.mercurycafe.com/event/adam-bartczak-republic/

11/26/2024

🎶✨ Composer Spotlight: Jennifer Barnes ✨🎶

We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Jennifer Barnes, one of the most exceptional and versatile vocalists in modern jazz! Known for her work as a live and studio vocalist, arranger, and educator, Jennifer has earned a stellar reputation across the music world.

Her debut CD "You Taught My Heart" was hailed by legendary jazz bassist Rufus Reid, who praised her ability to "integrate rich vocal quality, clarity of pitch and emotion," along with her remarkable skill for improvisation, which is “melodically and rhythmically interesting from the point of view of a jazz instrumentalist.” Jennifer’s voice has graced commercials for major brands like Chili’s, Epson, McDonald’s, and Kellogg’s, and she’s even performed for television shows and films, including Glee, Ice Age 2 & 3, Star Trek, and Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief.

In addition to her performing career, Jennifer is deeply committed to jazz education. She has been an influential educator at institutions like the University of Miami, Roosevelt University, and the University of Southern California, and now resides at the University of North Texas as professor and director of vocal jazz studies. In addition, she has taught at the Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Camps since 1998. Her vocal jazz ensembles have won numerous DownBeat awards, and she continues to be an active advocate for jazz education through her involvement with organizations like JEN (Jazz Education Network).

If you are looking to add more stellar vocal charts to your library, then look no farther and check out her works here!

07/07/2024

🎶✨ Composer Spotlight: Wil Swindler ✨🎷

👋 Meet Wil Swindler, a saxophonist and composer who has become a cornerstone of Colorado's vibrant jazz community. Originally from Central Texas, Wil honed his craft at the University of North Texas before making his mark in the Front Range.

🎼 Leading the acclaimed Wil Swindler's Elevenet and serving as the Jazz Studies department chair at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Wil is a performer and a dedicated educator shaping the future of jazz.

🎷 His compositions, crafted for Large Jazz Ensemble, showcase his dynamic style and deep musicality. Titles like "Spatial Bounds" and "Blue Shoo" are cherished additions to the UNC Jazz Press catalog.

🔗 Dive into Wil Swindler's distinctive sound and explore his compositions on UNC Jazz Press.

https://www.uncjazzpress.com/Large-Jazz-Ensemble-Music-s/77.htm?searching=Y&sort=7&cat=77&f-Difficulty%20Level:%20IV=70&show=45&page=1&search=%20wil%20swindler

06/25/2024

🎶 Exciting News from UNC Jazz Press! 🎶 We're thrilled to announce a new addition to our catalog: "A Handful of Beans" by Grammy-winning saxophonist Jeff Coffin Music , arranged by Dr. Bob Washut. 🎷✨

"A Handful of Beans is available at the link below!
https://www.uncjazzpress.com/product-p/dl4000pdf.htm

🌟 Jeff Coffin, known for his work with Dave Matthews Band and Bela Fleck & the Flecktones, brings his Grammy-winning expertise to this enthralling big band chart.

🎼 "A Handful of Beans" pays homage to jazz legend Wayne Shorter, blending swinging rhythms, melodically driven motifs, and post-bebop harmonies. Featuring a soaring soprano saxophone solo, it promises a captivating showcase of virtuosity.

📀 Originally featured on COFFIN/PERLSON/KRAUSS on Ear Up Records, this composition is now available for jazz educators and performers looking to enrich their repertoire.

🔍 Explore this dynamic addition and more at UNC Jazz Press! For inquiries and to browse our full catalog, visit us online. 📚

06/20/2024

🌟 Composer Spotlight: Yumiko Matsuoka

Discover the vibrant world of vocal jazz acapella with Yumiko Matsuoka, a Tokyo-born composer and Berklee College of Music alumna. Founder of Vox One in 1988, Yumiko has led the ensemble to global acclaim with 5 albums and international tours, earning numerous awards.

Her compositions, embraced by groups like m-pact and the Boston Jazz Voices, resonate deeply in educational settings, enriching the repertoires of high school and collegiate vocal jazz ensembles worldwide. Featured prominently on UNC Jazz Press is her acclaimed arrangement of "Pure Imagination," recorded by Vox One in 2006, showcasing her mastery of vocal jazz dynamics.

Explore her collection on UNC Jazz Press to elevate your ensemble's performance and enrich your students' musical journey.
https://www.uncjazzpress.com/searchresults.asp?Search=yumiko+&Submit=

06/14/2024

🎶✨ Exciting News from UNC Jazz Press! 🎺🎵 We're thrilled to re-ignite our Composer Spotlight series, starting with the talented Michael Conrad! 🌟

Mike Conrad is an Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of Northern Iowa, VP of Operations at the International Society of Jazz Arrangers & Composers, the founder of the Iowa Jazz Composers Orchestra, and is making waves in the jazz composition world.

A proud University of Northern Colorado, alumnus, Conrad has contributed eight compositions to our catalog. His latest addition, "Firsts," is a Level III modern jazz big band piece, which showcases his personality and style, while remaining accessible to younger and intermediate musicians. For more of Conrad's music, visit the UNC Jazz Press website.
https://www.uncjazzpress.com/product-p/2709.htm

Educator

05/28/2024

🎶 Welcome to UNC Jazz Press! 🎶

As a premier publishing website dedicated to the artistry of jazz, we invite you to join our community where our passion for music knows no bounds.

UNC Jazz Press is your one-stop destination for an extensive collection of jazz scores meticulously curated for large, small, and vocal jazz ensembles of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just beginning your musical journey, our repertoire offers something for everyone, from classic standards to contemporary compositions.

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