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JAZZ/ROCK & FUNK medium-easy
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Easy
Ace of Hearts—Patty Darling. Written with
developing bands in mind, this fun, accessible chart
can be performed as written or used as a tool to
reinforce ear training and improvising. There is
ample solo space for alto saxophone, trumpet, and
guitar, and it can be played with a swing or hip-hop
feel. The reasonable brass ranges and flexibility of
this chart make it a must-have for developing bands!
10910572 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Act Your Age—Gordon Goodwin/arr. Peter Blair.
Arranger Peter Blair has taken the hot Gordon
Goodwin chart Act Your Age and revised it for
developing players. "Slick and funky" describes
this very accessible arrangement. There are written
solos for 1st alto (cued for 2nd alto) and a 1st
trumpet solo cued in all four trumpet parts. The
lead trumpet has a written A above the staff, but
technically this chart is not difficult and will come
together quickly to earn a spot in your program. The
band will love it, too! Highly recommended! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10093092 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford. Here's
a wonderful take on the group Toto's classic rock
tune from the '80s. It's solidly scored throughout
and sounds amazingly like the original while
remaining accessible for developing jazz bands.
With nice dynamic contrasts, an uncomplicated
melodic line, and a medium rock groove, this chart
is one that younger players can really dig into, yet
it will sound mature when performed by a more
advanced group. More features include: half-note
tempo of 90 bpm; written or ad lib solos for alto sax
1 and trombone 1; trumpet 1 range to written G on
top of the staff; and optional parts for flute, clarinet
and vibes. Great tune, fine chart!
10513875 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H Aftershock!—Larry Barton. This funky rock chart
sure is easy enough...but we won't tell anyone!
It's bold and contemporary with a big sound and
huge impact, along with reasonable ranges and
technical demands. An open solo section with
written suggested solos and very easy changes
will really build confidence in improvising. And, the
most amazing thing is that such a playable chart
sounds so darn hot!
2347961 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Apocalypse—Larry Barton. An intense, hard-
hitting, up-tempo rock tune with the feel of a
cataclysmic event! Played at around 150 bpm,
it features repetitive rhythms and patterns that
guarantee jazz bands will be performance-ready
with minimal rehearsal time. With careful attention
to instrument ranges and written-out solos over easy
changes, this chart will be accessible for developing
ensembles as well as a lot of fun for more advanced
groups. All this, and it's playable with optional limited
instrumentation. Pure excitement!
11002301 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Avocado Toast—David Larsen. Your developing
band will love this modern groove. You'll find some
opportunities for soloing for the tenor and trumpet,
both written or improvised. With optional parts for
flute, clarinet, and horn, this is the perfect piece for
a pretty solid young band.
11202974 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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Backatown—Troy Andrews/arr. John Wasson.
From Trombone Shorty's acclaimed CD Backatown,
here is the hot title cut arranged for big band in a
funky medium tempo. Combining the elements of
New Orleans second line and contemporary rock
styles, this unique chart features a blend of catchy
riffs, solid ensemble passages, and stop-time
breaks. There are short written or ad lib solos for
trumpet and tenor. This chart exudes a spirited and
unmistakable New Orleans swagger!
10490289 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Backlash—Donald Pickett/arr. Mike Kamuf.
Backlash is a superb jazz/rock chart! Played
at around 144 bpm, it's a well-written chart in
every way with superb ensemble sections, a
hip interlude that builds into a big shout chorus,
written or improvised solos for trumpet and alto
sax, and the lead trumpet range is to written G.
Extra parts are included for optional augmented
instrumentations as well as an optional
vibraphone part. This chart will definitely make
your band shine. Highly recommended!
10753986 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Backrow Politics—Gordon Goodwin/arr. Peter
Blair. Peter Blair has adapted this chart for young
players from Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band
chart and it sizzles, yet is accessible! A trumpet
section feature with a straight-eighth groove,
there are available written trumpet solos for all
four parts and the 1st trumpet range is to written
G on top of the staff. Optional parts are included
for expanded instrumentation. An exciting chart
for sure! Highly recommended!
10355570 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Bari, Bari Good!—Andy Clark. Here's a super
chart to feature the sax player who hardly ever
gets the "good" parts! Your bari sax player will love
getting some air time in this gospel-rock chart! It
includes an open solo section for the bari sax, or
any other soloist of your choice. It's a very appealing
tune with a big solid sound.
2468254 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
5975274 CD-Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . MA 9.95
5975832 CD-Jazz Ensemble. . . . VE-M 9.95
Bari-ed Alive!—Erik Sherburne. Here's a straight-
ahead, rockin' bari sax solo feature set at 156 bpm.
The ensemble has a lot of exposure and the writing
has a ton of style. The changes are a variation on the
blues form with a little bit of mixed modes to give it
just the right feel to suit the title. The solo is entirely
written, with some optional sections for improvising.
Your brass can bop and dance in the background
with their subtle hits that set up the melody, making
for an entertaining performance to win over your
audiences. If you haven't had a bari sax feature for a
while, then this one will be a great choice!
10607066 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. Rick Stitzel. Joe
Zawinul and Weather Report turned the jazz world
on its ear with this iconic fusion composition from
their 1977 album Heavy Weather. Arranged here
for six horns and rhythm section, this version
retains all the drive and uplifting energy of the
original. Instrumentation: six horns (ATB saxes,
two trumpets, one trombone) plus four rhythm
with optional additional parts for alto, tenor and
trombone. Perfect for smaller programs, or
additional ensemble opportunities!
10617894 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band) . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Brick House—arr. Paul Murtha. It is absolutely
impossible to find a funkier tune than this R&B hit
from the 1970s courtesy of The Commodores. This
chart has it all, from the trademark bass riff to the
ensemble punches and melodic hooks. Bring down
the house as you groove on this one!
2479363 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Buckjump—Andrews & Ballard/arr. John Wasson.
Recorded by Trombone Shorty on his 2011 album
For True and featuring the Rebirth Brass Band and
5th Ward Weebie, this hot tune has a funky New
Orleans style groove with a moderate tempo and
catchy riffs. The trombones get the spotlight to
start with, followed by tight ensemble playing and
later space for an improvised or written trombone
solo. This chart is cool, confident and colorful!
Highly recommended!
10556780 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Can't Stop the Feeling (from "Trolls")—arr.
John Wasson. Topping the charts as well as being
featured in the movie "Trolls," this hit song from
Justin Timberlake features a catchy hook along
with an energetic rock style. The saxes begin with
the melody followed by the trumpets and there's a
short written or ad lib solo for trumpet. Additional
features include chord/scale sheets in all keys,
written-out bass lines and piano voicings. Here is
a great-sounding chart for developing players!
10667340 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Jazz/Rock & Funk • Medium-Easy
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!
Connections—Patty Darling.
is piece is based on a terric hip-hop/swing groove that you won't be able to get out of
your head. It's a guarantee that your band will love it! Solos are indicated for trumpet, guitar,
or piano. e moderate ranges will make this a very accessible chart for most bands. is one
will be a crowd pleaser!
11202791 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Don't Stop Me Now—Freddie Mercury/arr. Paul Murtha.
e music of the rock group Queen is always fun to play - particularly this hit featuring solo
alto sax in the slow opening, then the full band rockin' out in the fast section. ere's a short
solo for alto sax, then a return to the slow tempo for a dramatic nish.
11172125
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Down to the River—arr. Larry Barton.
is up-tempo setting of the classic spiritual is a guaranteed winner! Aer a short and
solemn introduction featuring an alto sax solo, this chart kicks into high gear with a
driving rock feel. is tune features repetitive rhythms and patterns that will help you get
performance ready with minimum time. It's very playable, with exible instrumentation,
attention to ranges, and written-out solos over easy changes. Don't miss this one!
11206956
Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Hop, Skip and a Jump—Doug Beach.
Your audiences will hop, skip and jump to this infectious funky Latin chart. With a catchy
groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, this tune is sure to be a hit at any concert. e
open solo section provides plenty of space for your soloists to stretch out as well. Get ready
for this to be your next ear worm!
11199500 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Mr. Blue Sky—Je Lynne/arr. Roger Holmes.
Originally released by the Electric Light Orchestra in 1978, this rock hit has been thrust
back into the limelight thanks to its inclusion on numerous movie soundtracks, notably the
opening sequence of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2." A great-sounding chart playable by
developing ensembles!
11172122 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Party Peeps—Kris Berg.
Okay, it's chicken time again! Kris Berg's highly successful series of "chicken" charts have
proven to be funk favorites year aer year. Party Peeps is very cool with its lower-voices
groove and funky melodic lines. e solos are written or improvised for tenor sax 1 and
trumpet 2. Also features an eective solo for drums over stop-time horns. Plus, it's playable
with optional reduced instrumentation, and there are optional parts included for ute and
vibes. Highly recommended!
11198992 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Easy
Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Megalovania (from the video game Undertale)
—Toby Fox/arr. Paul Murtha.
11105142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford.
10513875 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Watermelon Man—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Mike Kamuf.
10071893 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Chameleon—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Victor Lopez.
10071885 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Apocalypse—Larry Barton.
11002301 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
What'd I Say?—Ray Charles/arr. Allen Gray.
11000497 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Buckjump—
Andrews & Ballard/arr. John Wasson.
10556780 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Little Sunflower—
Freddie Hubbard/arr. Mike Kamuf.
10093122 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Shake a Tail Feather—arr. John Wasson.
10960666 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Groove Merchant—
Jerome Richardson/arr. Rich Sigler.
10593765 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
