(Level IV) A sophisticated mid-tempo swing chart that features meaty chromatic lines in the winds and some great solo changes for piano and tenor saxophone. Lots of changing meters and extreme dynamic contrast throughout plus a tutti build-up during the tenor solo that is out-of-this-world. In spite of the title, this chart has a decidedly UNusual feel-don't miss it! 8 Brass

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JAMES MILEY, Director of Jazz Studies at California State University, Fresno, spent several years teaching in Michigan and Oregon before returning to his home state of California in the Fall of 1999. An active composer in both the jazz and classical idioms, he has written music for a variety of chamber and choral ensembles, including a recent concerto for wind ensemble, jazz trio and electric guitar. In addition to the big band compositions and arrangements available through UNC Jazz Press, James' work is featured on a 1996 recording by the Los Angeles-based electric jazz band "Suburban Alphabet", and a soon-to-be released compact disc by the eclectic-electric trio "Code 3". He holds degrees from Occidental College, the University of Arizona and the University of Oregon.