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67 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: satisfaction@jwpepper.com JAZZ ENSEMBLE Go to cart JAZZ/ROCK & FUNK medium-advanced & advanced / POP HITS very easy Too Close for Comfort—Jerry Bock/arr. Gordon Goodwin. A Gordon Goodwin vocal chart! In addition to the vocal part, there are optional solo feature parts for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet or trombone for added flexibility. Gordon has conceived this chart with the solo intertwined into the fabric of the chart. The vocal keys are F, G and Ab with modulations and the vocal range is low E below middle C to Eb fourth space. As recorded on The Phat Pack CD. An outstanding feature for your singer or any horn player! 10028186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 70.00 Tutu—Marcus Miller/arr. Michael Philip Mossman. In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy award for best jazz instrumental soloist for his performance of this composition by Marcus Miller. From the album of the same name, Tutu is creatively arranged here for full big band in a sultry hip-hop fusion style similar to the original. Featuring distinctive modal style harmonies, and a few twists and turns, and solos for trumpet (naturally) and alto sax, this is sure to be a standout selection for any ensemble! 10461358 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 55.00 Tweet Fatigue—Gordon Goodwin. Gordon Goodwin wrote this superb chart for a good high school jazz ensemble to be played around 126 bpm with a straight-eighth feel and a rock groove. The saxes start things off a cappella then things heat up in a quirky, but clever Goodwin way. Solo space is provided for a variety of players with separate sample solos provided for C, B-flat, E-flat, and trombone soloists. An auxiliary percussion part plus all the usual optional parts plus vibes are included for augmented instrumentations. Here's your festival chart that's highly recommended! 10756402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 52.00 Us—Thad Jones. This funky rock classic is from the Thad Jones library. This historic chart is Thad at his best... full of great energy and flawless orchestration! 546846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00 Vierd Blues (aka Trane's Blues)—Miles Davis/ arr. Michael Philip Mossman. Recorded in the mid- 1950s and also known as Trane's Blues, this jazz classic is credited to Miles Davis but reportedly was penned by John Coltrane. Regardless, Michael Mossman's refreshing version crafted in a moderate cha-cha groove puts this standard tune in a completely new light. The solo section can be handled by any saxophone. Suggested solos, chord/scale sheets in all keys, written bass lines and piano voicings are all included. 10522906 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 55.00 H What You Dealin' With?—Wycliffe Gordon. This is the show closer that will bring down the house! The main groove is a funky boogaloo at about 103 bpm, plus a band chant, a swing section, and a gospel feel. Flexible solo space with written solos is provided for trombone 1, alto, tenor, and trumpet 2, and the lead trumpet range is to high C. Hey, there's something here for everyone! 10452164 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 60.00 H Whiplash—Hank Levy/arr. Erik Morales. Featured in the 2014 movie "Whiplash," depicting the relationship between an ambitious student musician and an abusive, yet respected instructor, this chart is a super-exciting work in 7/4 composed by Hank Levy and arranged by Erik Morales. Don't be intimidated by the meter... it's challenging, but after a few minutes it feels quite natural and the students will totally groove on it. The melody is stated by 2nd trumpet and 1st alto with solo space for both on easy chord changes. Articulation is critical and the rhythm section may want to spend some quality time together. The lead trumpet range is to written D above the staff. This is a unique but very desirable chart to have in your library. You won't regret playing Whiplash! 10068794 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00 Pop Hits Very Easy H 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by the group Chicago, this signature hit has gone on to become a rock classic. Paul Murtha's easy arrangement is playable with very limited rehearsal time, but still has an authentic and hard-driving feel. Included are optional solos or solis for any sax and any brass instrument. Suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all keys are included. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, it also includes a CD. Highly recommended! 10188529 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 H Ain't No Mountain High Enough—arr. John Berry. Recorded by such greats as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and most recently Michael McDonald, this rockin' Motown classic will sound great with your beginning players. Easy to learn and fun to play, it's arranged for full jazz ensemble, but can be played with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone and rhythm section and also includes optional parts for flute, 2 clarinets, French horn and tuba. 10061496 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Bad—Michael Jackson/arr. John Berry. One of Michael Jackson's early hits, Bad features a signature bass line and a strong melody. This instantly recognizable rock chart will sound great with limited rehearsal time and is playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. A teaching unit with exercises for melody and rhythm is included. 10374188 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 The Bare Necessities (from "The Jungle Book") —arr. Paul Murtha. Ever since The Bare Necessities was first introduced in the classic movie "The Jungle Book," this catchy tune has remained a familiar favorite. Featured again in the 2016 movie, here is an easy arrangement that will make young jazz bands sound terrific. Parents, players and audiences will enjoy this swinging favorite designed especially for young jazz musicians! Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10617926 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Billie Jean—Michael Jackson/arr. John Berry. The song that launched Michael Jackson's famous "moonwalk" was also one of the top-selling singles of the year in 1983. This chart features the signature bass line and catchy melodies and is a great-sounding chart for young ensembles or bands with limited rehearsal time. The iconic melody is traded around between the saxes and brass. There are no solos, it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, and written out bass lines and piano voicings are included. Classic rock at its best! Highly recommended! 10667352 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 4 Boogie Shoes—arr. Paul Murtha. In a playful disco style, this very easy chart of the KC and the Sunshine Band hit from 1975 features fun parts for every section. This solid rocker features multiple options for soloists with written samples provided and is playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Get your groove on with this highly recommended chart! 10909020 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Boom Boom—John Lee Hooker/arr. John Berry. Recorded by legendary blues singer John Lee Hooker in 1961, this tune remains one of his most identifiable and enduring songs. Here's a bluesy swing setting for young players that includes the signature question and answer format along with a suggested solo for any saxophone, then any trumpet, plus a short feature spot for trombones. It's also playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10461402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00 Cissy Strut—arr. Rick Stitzel. Originally recorded by The Meters in 1969, Cissy Strut has since become a model for playing funk as recorded by both jazz and rock artists. The signature bass line is played by trombones, tenors and baritone sax, and the entire band joins in with catchy riffs. There are short solo breaks for the bass and drums, along with solo or soli spots for saxes and trumpets. The solos are suggested or improvised, or played as written by the individual sections. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, this chart on Cissy Strut will become one of your new favorites! 10625171 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Counting Stars—arr. John Berry. Recorded by American rock band OneRepublic, this popular hard-driving hit is establishing a solid place in today's culture. With its driving pulse and eighth- note based rhythms, Counting Stars adapts nicely here for young jazz bands. The entire ensemble is featured as well as individual sections in this very easy arrangement. It's also playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10523766 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Cupid Shuffle—arr. Rick Stitzel. Here's the hot dance hit recorded by Cupid in a hard-hitting, yet easy to play version for young players! The melody is cleverly traded between sections, and there are no solos required. A teaching unit with exercises for rhythm and melody is included, and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10374186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Don't Stop Believin'—arr. John Berry. Here's the rock classic from the group Journey, and made famous recently in the TV series Glee, in a terrific and easy chart that will go together quickly. Trumpets are featured on the melody with plenty of solid full band accompaniment. Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10098797 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Enter Sandman—arr. Paul Murtha. Let your beginning players really rock out to the sounds of Metallica with this hard-hitting chart for young jazz ensembles. The syncopations are handled in a repetitive manner, allowing for easy teaching but still an authentic sound. No solos are required, and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10297532 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 4 Everybody Needs Somebody to Love—arr. John Berry. This infectious, fun and rockin' tune from the '60s boasts notable recordings by Wilson Pickett, The Rolling Stones and most famously The Blues Brothers. This very easy chart is skillfully scored for all sections, requires no solos, and is playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10909016 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 H Final Countdown—Joey Tempest/arr. John Berry. Over the years this 1986 hit from the group Europe has become a popular rock classic. Trumpets are featured on the signature opening riff and the saxes carry the main melody in this powerful chart for beginning jazz bands. A teaching unit with exercise for melody, rhythm and improvisation when applicable is included. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, this is sure to become an instant favorite! 10343814 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 H Green Onions—Booker T. Jones/arr. Paul Murtha. Few purely instrumental tunes ever reach the level of popularity achieved by this familiar '60s hit by Booker T. & the M.G.'s. Often used in TV and film, this infectious tune has a bluesy groove that's unmistakable and still hip after all these years. Play it with full jazz ensemble instrumentation, or with as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone and rhythm; or add the optional parts for flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba. Highly recommended! 10041757 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 HandClap—Fitz and the Tantrums/arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, this catchy tune often shows up in pop culture and on the airwaves in addition to the pop charts. This very easy ensemble- based arrangement will be instantly recognizable and requires no solos. Plus, it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations and includes written-out bass lines and piano voicings. Fun for all and highly recommended! 10759360 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Hawaii Five-O Theme—Mort Stevens/arr. John Berry. Amazingly true to the original version, John Berry has scored this well-known television theme for young jazz ensembles. With moderate ranges and no solos required, this one will go together quickly and sound great! It's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. A CD is included. A fun trip for players and audiences alike! 10283182 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 James Bond Theme—Monty Norman/arr. Mike Story. What a super arrangement for young jazz groups! This hot jazz-rock tune has always been a favorite, and you'll be playing it in no time with your beginners! Works with limited instrumentation, all solos are written out, and rhythms and ranges are kept easy. Outstanding! 2403160 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00 BEST SELLERS Pop Very Easy Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. Billie Jean—Michael Jackson/arr. John Berry. 10667352 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 HandClap— Fitz and the Tantrums/arr. Paul Murtha. 10759360 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 The Bare Necessities (from "The Jungle Book") —arr. Paul Murtha. 10617926 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 Take on Me—arr. John Berry. 10775176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 You've Got a Friend in Me (from "Toy Story 2") —Randy Newman/arr. Rick Stitzel. 10283174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 What a Wonderful World— Douglas & Weiss/arr. Rick Stitzel. 2470819 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 Cissy Strut—arr. Rick Stitzel. 10625171 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Paul Murtha. 10188529 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 The Pink Panther— Henry Mancini/arr. Mike Lewis. 2423234 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00 Green Onions— Booker T. Jones/arr. Paul Murtha. 10041757 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 If you need a piece of sheet music, you grab it from your music library – so why shouldn't your digital downloads be just as easy? With ePrintGo, you can access your previously purchased music anywhere and perform it using your phone or tablet. " Your service is absolutely brilliant. It's a pleasure to deal with you." — Bruce Tivendale, Devonport, AU

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