Jazz Ensemble New Releases

Teachers keep coming back to Amber Waves by Larry Norred, a Grade 3.5 arrangement that balances sophistication with playability. Riddle in Swing by Rob Vuono Jr. has proven popular at the Grade 1.5 level, opening jazz idiom to younger players. Salsa on the Side by Mike Pendowski brings Latin energy to Grade 3 ensembles and continues to move steadily.

Three titles entered the catalog in February 2026: Can't Go Wrong by Ken Mattis (Grade 3), Just Playin' Around by Erik Morales (Grade 2.5), and Salsa on the Side by Mike Pendowski (Grade 3). All three are available in both printed and digital formats.

Jim Snidero brings thirty-five years of professional jazz credibility to this collection with six titles. A Downbeat-recognized alto saxophonist, composer, and educator, Snidero has shaped the international jazz scene; his arrangements here carry the authority of someone who has lived the idiom at the highest level.

Erik Morales has published over 150 works across multiple genres, with a catalog that spans classical, jazz, and commercial styles. His jazz ensemble music leverages a distinct melodic and harmonic voice that consistently appeals to student performers and audiences alike.