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JAZZ/ROCK & FUNK medium / medium-advanced & advanced
Uptown Funk!—arr. Victor Lopez. Just like the
title, this funk/rock chart on the Mark Ronson and
Bruno Mars megahit is loaded with powerful energy!
The tempo is around 112 bpm, there's a written
alto sax solo provided, and it goes all out, all the
time. There are optional band vocals and optional
parts are included for expanded instrumentations.
Go uptown!
10513922 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Uptown Walk—Bret Zvacek. Every program needs
a change-of-pace chart, and this pop/hip-hop/fusion
chart is the perfect choice. The infectious groove
creates a contemporary sound, while the melodic
lines maintain jazz phrasing concepts. The open solo
section can be played as written or improvised. A
wide variety of music can serve as a guide for the
chart, ranging from Robert Glasper, all the way back
to Tower of Power and Earth, Wind & Fire. Don't
miss the horns-only section!
10999968 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
4 Workin' Day and Night—Michael Jackson/
arr. Allen Gray. This funky pop tune from Michael
Jackson will be a hit for both your audience and
your students! With no solos, this tune just gets
funky from the downbeat and doesn't let up on the
gas until the end.
11202592 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Absoludicrous—Gordon Goodwin. More
accessible than most Gordon Goodwin charts,
this one is a killer funk tune that is unbelievably
exciting! Your jazz band players and audiences
will dig the poppin' rhythmic figures, the funky
style, outstanding ensemble passages and the
high energy. It lays well at around 120 bpm and
has written or improvised solos for alto/bari, tenor,
trumpet, and trombone. Electric piano will sound
great on the funky piano introduction, the lead
trumpet range is up to written high C, and optional
auxiliary percussion, flute and vibes parts are
included. Highly recommended! It's Absoludicrous!
10513903 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . .MA 52.00
Adventures—Kris Berg. This creative chart
is a wild trek through multiple styles and energy
levels. Part of the Metroplexity Big Band series, it's
reminiscent of modern wind ensemble overtures.
Adventures includes a rubato introduction, a
Baroque bridge, a bass melody, and a huge ending,
all set to a driving rock groove in 6/4, felt in two!
Improvised solo space for lead alto on soprano sax
includes suggested scales. Optional woodwind
doubles include soprano sax on flute, alto 2 on
flute, tenors 1 and 2 on clarinet, and baritone on
bass clarinet. The trumpets double on flugels. The
electric bass player will need to shed on this one,
but the results are worth it!
11000913 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . A 65.00
At Water's Edge—Kris Berg. At Water's Edge is
a floating ECM-style tune with a beautiful, haunting
melody... think Pat Metheny. The chart weaves
through numerous energy levels and colors as it
builds to its dramatic ending. Improvised space is
provided for trumpet and tenor sax and is based
on one melodic minor scale. This simple concept
allows aspiring players to immediately sound
modern and mature. Part of the Metroplexity Big
Band series.
11000919 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . .MA 65.00
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Backrow Politics—Gordon Goodwin. As performed
by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band, here's a
showcase for the trumpet section! The groove is
straight eighths with a funky feel and there's solo
space for all trumpets, but the solos can be tailored
as desired. The lead trumpet range is to a written
high G with an optional A. This is a dynamic and fun
chart and will be a real kick for the band (especially
the trumpets) and audience.
10028193 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . A 70.00
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Big Mouth—Jeff Jarvis. Big Mouth kicks at the
beginning and never lets up! If you like Jeff's Critical
Mass, Honk, Old School, and Mohave Breakdown,
then you've got to check this one out! Written in the
style of Tower of Power, frequent articulations are
provided for the horns and the rhythm section which
are integral parts of the arrangement, not merely
afterthoughts. The open solo space is for keyboard/
organ, baritone sax and guitar. Everyone has
interesting and challenging parts to play throughout,
and the solo changes are very accessible.
Challenging? Yes, but well worth the effort!
10999972 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . A 52.00
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Bohemian Rhapsody—Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick
Hirsch. Yes, this is for real! Queen's magnum opus,
in a jazz language, orchestrated for big band, with
jazz solos for Trombone (also cued in Trumpet 5/
Flugelhorn) and Alto or Baritone Sax thrown in for
good measure. Additional features include multiple
tempos and feels ranging from 76 to 304 bpm, to
styles including an a cappella sax soli introduction,
jazz ballad with double time, shuffle, and swing
sections culminating in a rubato ending. This is a
major work for jazz ensemble at 9 to 10 minutes
that students and players will want to work on. Solid
saxophone parts, tempo changes, mature brass
figures, and a whole lot of fun! Instrumentation:
5 Saxes (AATTB), 5 Trumpets (on Flugelhorns), 4
Trombones (3 Tenors and 1 Bass), Guitar, Piano,
Bass and Drums, with optional parts for Flute and
Vibes. The lead trumpet range goes to written high
D with an optional F, and the rhythm section parts
are fully notated.
10371013 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . A 70.00
l Break Glass—Mathew Montgomery. In case of
dance emergency... break glass! The groove is
sure to bring your audience to their feet to start
dancing. This chart is a good fit for an advanced
group or a group that wants to push their skills.
There is also an opportunity to feature a trumpet
player with an improvised solo. The audience and
band members alike will be singing this melody
long after the performance.
11202971 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
What a combination! Composed by Grammy
winner and jazz legend Herbie Hancock and
arranged by Alan Baylock, this jazz classic is both
funky and hip. There's open solo space for all and
the lead trumpet goes up to written D plus a few
hot drum fills. This is another great Baylock chart.
Got to have this one!
10049738 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . .MA 60.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Jazz/Rock & Funk • Medium to Advanced
Each Year Pepper's Editors review hundreds of new releases and choose the cream of the
crop to bear the name, Editors' Choice. You can buy any of these titles with condence!
Bass of Operations—David Larsen.
Here is a tune that will have your audience bobbing their heads. e relentless groove of the
bass along with some complex harmonies make this chart a great addition to your program.
It oers an open solo section and is a funky modern rendition of the blues!
11202972 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 60.00
Fly By Nighty—Bret Zvacek.
A driving hip-hop groove, great ensemble writing, and plenty of space for solos all combine
to create a chart that will be a favorite of both the band and the audience. Standard
instrumentation; this chart also includes a solo sheet.
11199498
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
In Memory of Elizabeth Reed—Dickie Betts/arr. Dallas Burke.
is classic rock hit from the Allman Brothers makes a highly unique work that is laid-back
and funky. is chart features improvised or written tenor sax and trumpet solos and then it
goes into a rocking guitar solo in between all the funky goodness. e dierent moods of this
piece make it fun to play while oering a good musical challenge to developed bands. is is
a fresh concept!
11202583
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 65.00
Night Owls—Greg Moody.
Pat Metheny meets Dave Brubeck in this original rock composition that recalls the fusion-
tinged jazz of the 1960s. You'll nd the ranges to be very reasonable while challenging your
students rhythmically. e rst solo goes to the trumpet while the piece builds, and then a
second solo section for saxophone later on. Give your band some great experience playing in
unusual meters!
11202341
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 75.00
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag—James Brown/arr. Allen Gray.
is funky soul classic from the great James Brown, known by audiences young and old,
makes an exciting chart that will get your band "on the good foot"! e solo section features
space for any instrument and a great learning opportunity to solo over E-at blues changes.
e horn parts will have your players playing tight lines and really killing it on stage! Put this
tune in your bag of tricks!
11202586
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 65.00
Road Song—Wes Montgomery/arr. Alan Baylock.
e groove is funky rock in this chart on the signature Wes Montgomery tune. At about
140 bpm, the solos are suggested and written for guitar and for any C, B-at, E-at, or bass
clef instrument for exibility. e solo section can easily be opened up to include as many
soloists as desired. e ensemble gets plenty of exposure as well, both behind the soloists and
as a featured partner. Quality chart!
11198994
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 54.00
Trading My Tears—Mathew Montgomery.
Take a journey from adversity to joy with this gospel-inspired piece. is chart develops
really nicely, and the big dramatic-sounding ensemble writing embodies jubilation. Feature
your lead alto player with this upliing chart!
11202970
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 60.00
Turquoise—Sanford Kelly.
is rambling jazz/rock composition is a revival from a North Texas' Lab '71 recording. is
is an exciting chart! e style changes will make this fun for your rhythm section and your
horns will be challenged by the great writing, soaring lines, and variety of colors. ere is
also an opportunity for a trumpeter to take a solo. What a great way to close out a concert!
11202343 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 75.00
Updra—Je Jarvis.
You're going to love this original tune. A solid, infectious 3/4 funk groove is coupled with a
modern-sounding chord progression to give this driving chart plenty of audience appeal. Solos
are oered for tenor sax and trumpet but can be assigned to other instruments if desired.
11199480
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 52.00
Workin' Day and Night—Michael Jackson/arr. Allen Gray.
is funky pop tune from Michael Jackson will be a hit for both your audience and your
students! With no solos, this tune just gets funky from the downbeat and doesn't let up on
the gas until the end.
11202592
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 65.00
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Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Cold Duck Time—
Eddie Harris/arr. Alan Baylock.
10513936 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
The Jazz Police—Gordon Goodwin.
2477652 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00
Running with Scissors—Gordon Goodwin.
10867429 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Whiplash—Hank Levy/arr. Erik Morales.
10068794 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Strut—Rick Hirsch.
10999421 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Sneaky Pete—
Ric Flauding/arr. Paul Baker.
10999411 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
Tweet Fatigue—Gordon Goodwin.
10756402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Pharaoh's Funk—Erik Sherburne.
10999498 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
At Water's Edge—Kris Berg.
11000919 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00
Hunting Wabbits—Gordon Goodwin.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00
