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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
Turquoise—Sanford Kelly. This rambling jazz/
rock composition is a revival from a North Texas'
Lab '71 recording. This is an exciting chart! The
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.
There 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
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, and it's Thad at his best...
full of great energy and flawless orchestration!
546846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Vending Machine Isn't Broke...—Craig
Skeffington. Here's an excellent contemporary
chart for big band by Craig Skeffington. Written in a
modern straight-eighth style at 170 bpm, it features
all sections of the band with improvisational space
for alto saxophone. Fully-notated rhythm section
parts, moderate brass ranges, a catchy melody, and
unique harmonies make this a favorite for festival or
concert performances. Wonderfully unique!
11002313 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
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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
H The Bare Necessities—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
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
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
Crazy Little Thing Called Love—Freddie
Mercury/arr. Rick Stitzel. Recorded by Queen, this
classic hit features a medium-tempo shuffle style
and an infectious upbeat feel. The melody is traded
around the band and the saxes take the lead in the
stop-time clapping section. No solos are required
and it's a fun chart even if you have limited rehearsal
time! Scored for standard jazz band instrumentation
and playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10960674 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
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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
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
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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
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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
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Pop Hits
Very Easy
Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
(from "Bohemian Rhapsody")—
Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick Stitzel.
10960674 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
The Bare Necessities
(from "The Jungle Book")—arr. Paul Murtha.
10617926 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
25 or 6 to 4—
Robert Lamm/arr. Paul Murtha.
10188529 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Green Onions—
Booker T. Jones/arr. Paul Murtha.
10041757 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Take on Me—arr. John Berry.
10775176 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Enter Sandman—arr. Paul Murtha.
10297532 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Boogie Shoes—arr. Paul Murtha.
10909020 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
The Pink Panther—
Henry Mancini/arr. Mike Lewis.
2423234 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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