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Gold on the Ceilingarr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by The Black Keys, this popular rock anthem has
been used for sporting events, video games, and
television shows. Paul Murtha's driving chart
features the trombones on the lead answered by
the saxes and finally the entire ensemble. The
flexible solo section can be used to feature one or
more players with suggested solos and scale/chord
sheets in all keys for improvising.
10374172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Gospel JohnJeff Steinberg/arr. Bob Lowden.
At last, intermediate level bands can play this
great Maynard Ferguson jazz standard! Bob
Lowden has done a masterful job of removing
the difficulty but leaving the excitement of the
original. Top trumpet note is a concert "F." (No,
not that one - an octave down!)
2079051 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Grease WheezerVince Norman. Grease Wheezer
is funky, a little greasy, and a joy to play! The tempo is
around 132 bpm, there are written solos for alto and
trombone 1, and a funky piano and bass intro. The
lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. An
optional vibes part is also included.
10452114 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
4 Groove MerchantJerome Richardson/arr.
Rich Sigler. Made famous by the Thad Jones/Mel
Lewis band, this accessible version has a gospel
rock groove that fits perfectly. Played at about 132
bpm with straight eighths, this chart is packed with
goodies like written-out solos for trombone and
trumpet, a lead trumpet range to written G on top
of the staff, a few clever modulations, and a great
development section. Toss in the optional parts to
include vibes and you have a fine chart. Groove
Merchant is very effective at any performance and
is highly recommended!
10593765 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Groovin' HardDon Menza/arr. Dave Barduhn.
There's nothing like a hard-driving blues piece to
kick off a program and this one really fits the bill!
Dave Barduhn has made Buddy Rich's trademark
playable by younger groups, and it's a great way to
teach style.
2187458 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n House of the Rising Sunarr. Paul Clark. You'll
hear this arrangement a lot because your band will
ask to play it again and again. After a slow and
bluesy introduction featuring solo alto and piano, a
new tempo is set and the high-energy rock begins.
This chart doesn't just cook, it nukes! The powerful
and safe ensemble writing leads to an open solo
section for any instrument over basically just one
chord. Then a key change from E-flat to F sets
up a big finish. What began as a folk song about
New Orleans becomes a hard-driving rock chart in
this easy-to-play arrangement that your band and
audiences will love!
10311489 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l How's the Weather?Mike Collins-Dowden.
This straight-ahead jazz rocker stays extremely
playable while delivering lots of fun for the band.
At around 140 bpm, the melody is first stated by a
funky written tenor sax solo which is later restated
and developed by the ensemble. The open solo
section features room for anyone in the band
to take an improvised solo while the ensemble
provides subtle interludes. Rest assured, the
weather is just fine in this classy original!
10605784 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 HumanismJonathan Batiste/arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group
Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show
with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features
an appealing jazz/rock flare. The saxes take the
lead in the beginning supported by funky riffs from
the entire ensemble. Solos are available for any
combination of alto sax, trumpet, or trombone.
Suggested solos and chord/scale sheets in all keys
are included. A step above the rest!
10556778 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H I Want You Backarr. John Wasson. The
music of The Jackson 5 remains as popular today
as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from the
Motown era in a funky arrangement that is skillfully
scored for the entire ensemble. No solos, just solid
ensemble writing!
10297517 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 The In Crowdarr. Peter Blair. You'll recognize
this tune for sure as a hit by the great jazz pianist
Ramsey Lewis. It's a groovy boogaloo chart played
at 140 bpm with a lead trumpet range to written G
on top of the staff, and written solos are provided for
all four trumpets as chosen. The changes are very
accessible and will provide an opportunity for some
improvisation for developing jazzers. Optional parts
are included for expanded instrumentations. The In
Crowd is a fun and happy chart to play. You'll dig it!
10593773 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Iron ManBlack Sabbath/arr. Dallas Burke. Black
Sabbath's rock classic has been a student favorite
for many marching bands through the years and
makes a great jazz band chart that rocks with some
serious attitude! From the opening hard rock feel
to the double-time climax at the end, this one is a
thriller. It includes short written or ad lib solos for
trumpet and trombone, or you can just turn your
guitar player up to 10 and let them shred!
10517415 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
H The Jazz PoliceGordon Goodwin/arr. Mike
Lewis. This famous Gordon Goodwin jazz-rock
chart hits hard and keeps going at an easier grade
level. The young players will really dig in on this
one and feel like the pros. There are no individual
solos, but plenty of action for everybody with the
solid riffs, infectious rhythms and fun attitude.
Highly recommended!
10011885 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Jive SambaNat Adderley/arr. Mark Taylor.
Recorded by the Cannonball Adderley Quintet
in the 1960s, this distinctive samba with a rock
flavor was composer by Cannonball's brother
Nat. Featuring a soulful and relaxed groove and
the familiar riff-like melodies, this chart uses an
ensemble of three saxes, trumpet and trombone
alternating with punches from the entire ensemble.
Suggested solos are included for alto and trumpet,
and the shout chorus features occasional 3/4
measures thrown in for added spice. For additional
solo options, scale/chord sheets are also included.
Very highly recommended!
10317264 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Jungle Boogiearr. Victor Lopez. If you're
looking for a killer opener or closer, this is it! This
70's funk classic makes for a real powerhouse jazz
chart! Syncopated unison riffs over a funky bass
line build up to a couple of really hot solos. There's
definitely a high recognition factor with this one too,
so you can be sure the audience is going to love it!
2467827 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l LineballDaryl McKenzie. Lineball is a straight-
ahead rocker with a brief introduction followed by
a tuneful melody at the top featuring the saxes
and then the trumpets. There's a half-time feel in
the bridge, then a full band interlude leading to a
section for suggested or improvised solos. The solo
section is followed by another ensemble interlude
which is followed by a drum solo with band hits.
The articulations are well-notated to guide players
through the phrases and an optional right-hand
piano stave is included in the event there is no bass
player, plus it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10625428 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H Little SunflowerFreddie Hubbard/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Jazz trumpeter Freddie Hubbard has sadly
passed on but his wonderful music lives on. This
wonderful jazz standard is masterfully arranged
and features a haunting melody with an alternating
bossa and light funk groove. The solos are written
for piano, trumpet and tenor sax with modest brass
ranges and a sweet shout chorus. It's been play-
tested with great success and is an excellent chart
all around! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10093122 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Living for the CityStevie Wonder/arr. John
Wasson. From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed and
highly influential Innervisions album, Living for
the City features a slow, bluesy, funky groove and
memorable melodic lines. Adapted beautifully for
jazz ensemble, this chart provides feature space for
the trombone section along with powerful phrases
for the entire ensemble. A suggested or ad lib solo
is included for tenor sax. This is a hot must-have
that is highly recommended!
10617910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Locked Out of Heavenarr. Paul Murtha. Here's
the popular rock hit recorded by Bruno Mars in a
solid chart for younger jazz bands. Included are
all the hot riffs and rhythmic energy of the original
along with suggested or improvised solos for alto
sax and trumpet. Chord/scale sheets in all keys are
included for the soloists.
10374170 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Mercy, Mercy, MercyJosef Zawinul/arr. Dallas
Burke. This sultry jazz standard from Joe Zawinul
has been covered by so many artists through the
years, it's hard to keep count. This dynamic jazz
ensemble arrangement begins with the feel of the
original combo version as tenor sax plays a written
or ad lib solo before the band enters to crank up the
energy. Next, trumpet 2 has a written or improvised
solo before the entire ensemble eloquently
reintroduces the theme. Things heat up quickly
as the entire ensemble shouts with a funky chorus
before the ending. Your band is going to shine with
this great arrangement of a super standard!
10280573 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
n Movin' OutJay Chattaway. Movin' Out is a
contemporary, easy-to-play rock chart with solid
funky lines and strong, brassy punches. They'll
enjoy this one!
2028363 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Nothing from NothingBilly Preston/arr. John
Wasson. Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this
rocker became a number 1 hit on the charts, and
in 1975 became the first musical number ever
performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live!
Here is a funky version for younger players that
carefully maintains the feel and style of the original.
10461382 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Old Time Rock and Rollarr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by Bob Seger, this hard-hitting classic
rock tune continues to be a favorite. Saxes are
featured on the melody and there is a flexible solo
section for any combination of alto sax, trumpet or
trombone. Suggested solos plus scale/chord sheets
in all keys are included. Sure to be a hit with players
and audiences!
10188507 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 One Flight UpLarry Barton. Larry Barton's
fast-paced, original rock chart exudes tons of
excitement and fun with its easy changes over a
blues progression, solid sectional and full ensemble
scoring, rhythmic variation, and an open solo
section with suggested solos included. This highly
appealing chart will become a favorite with your
developing players and its audiences!
10607088 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Power PlayRich Woolworth. Crank it up to 10!
Power chords, a boogaloo style, simple changes,
and a driving tempo all add up to a chart that will
please players and audiences alike! Also featured
is a great breakdown section featuring the saxes
before the written or ad lib solos for alto and
trumpet. Additionally, a fun drum break leads
into the last chorus. Power Play is fun, exciting,
accessible and highly recommended!
10605798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Preach It!Joe Elefante. Here's an original
rock chart with a gospel feel that will showcase
developing groups at their best. At around 132
bpm, it features the full ensemble with suitably
melodic lines before nice development and dynamic
builds in the second section. The excitement really
begins to build with the very cool backgrounds
in the open solo section where suggested solos
are provided. There's a hip sax section soli after
the solos, then the full band falls into the groove
with sections answering back and forth before the
dynamic ending. Preach It! is outstanding!
10607084 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l Punk PhunkCharles Booker. Here's a laid-back
"phunk" chart that will be a real crowd pleaser
for your jazz ensemble no matter their level of
accomplishment. From developing ensembles to
the best jazz bands, Punk Phunk is pure enjoyment!
At a moderate tempo, the drummer sets things up,
followed by the saxes with the melody, then the
trombones, then all brass. The solo section is open,
or written solos are provided in the alto sax 1 and 2,
and tenor sax 1 and 2 parts. After the solo section a
full ensemble passage leads into a guitar solo, then
a drum solo to the funky finish. This one will turn
your sound up a notch!
10580159 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
RosannaDavid Paich/arr. Victor Lopez. Rosanna
was a huge hit in the '80s from the group Toto, with
a great hook that still resonates today! This chart
begins with a big introduction and transitions to a
more subdued style while the syncopated melodic
lines keeps it flowing. Everyone gets a chance
at the melodic hook, and there's a very effective
building of intensity to the melody. Great tune, nice
chart! Highly recommended!
10513895 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Runaway Babyarr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by
Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is actually
a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent of the
James Brown funk style. Featuring an energetic
pulse that never quits along with a catchy melody,
this chart is a real showstopper! The solo section
includes options for alto, trumpet, or trombone with
suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all keys.
Pure excitement!
10317268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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