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JAZZ/ROCK & FUNK very easy / easy
What Came First?—Dean Sorenson. Check out
this gospel rock chart for the youngest jazz groups
that roars right out of the gate! Sure to be an
audience and musician favorite, the features include
powerful full ensemble scoring, completely flexible
instrumentation, sample solos for all instruments,
and cued solo backgrounds. Every section has the
melody at some point, and the lower voice lines
are highly effective. This is solid instructional and
performance repertoire. Highly recommended!
11000555 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Work Song—Nat Adderley/arr. John Berry. One
of the signature tunes of the Cannonball Adderley
Quintet and composed by Nat Adderley, this
familiar jazz standard remains as popular today as
when it first arrived in 1960. Arranged here in a
solid even eighth-note style, this is an extremely
appealing choice for young groups. Playable with
options for reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
11172143 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
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(Can't You See?) It's Magic—Steve Parsons. A
good introduction to the ubiquitous rock shuffle, this
piece captures the fun and mystery of an illusionist's
sleight-of-hand close magic act. Every section is
featured as the melodic lines are passed along over
a funky groove. The highest trombone pitch is E-flat
and trumpet is F. There are solos written for guitar,
alto saxophone, and trumpet. If you have access to
an electronic keyboard, the piano part will sound
great with a Rhodes or Hammond B3 sound (with
the spinning Leslie effect, of course)!
11346094 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story. You
know it, you love it! The opening motive is very
catchy on this authentic sounding chart on the
rock classic made famous by the group Chicago.
Master arranger Mike Story works his magic to
create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz ensemble
chart. Everything you need is written out, including
brief solos for trumpet 1, trombone 1 and optional
guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's easy to rehearse
and play, but still a hard-driving chart. Very nice!
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
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l Accounting Error—David Larsen. This driving
rock beat with a melody that's in your face uses a
standard form - but with a twist. This funky piece
is a great way to introduce your young band to the
blues form. Play the written solos, or open it up for
creative exploration.
11354738 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Ain't No Mountain High Enough—arr. Paul
Murtha. Written by the songwriting duo of
Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson and made
famous by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, this
chart features a nice mix of scoring from full
ensemble tuttis to short section features. It's
a great-sounding chart for younger players, no
solos are required, and it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentation.
11172129 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
All Star—arr. Paul Murtha. Featured in the
movie "Shrek," this familiar hit by Smash Mouth
has become an enduring part of pop culture.
This arrangement for young players features the
melody passed from section to section, and the
players even get to whistle! Written or improvised
solos can be played by any combination of alto
sax, trumpet, or trombone. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this will be
fun for everyone!
11100172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Alligator Boogaloo—Lou Donaldson/arr. Terry
White. You guessed it, Alligator Boogaloo is a funky
rock chart with a boogaloo groove played around
136 bpm. It's a simple blues with a great melody
introduced by alto and trumpet. Written solos are
provided for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone,
and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations including an optional vibes part.
Possibilities for reduced instrumentations make this
chart even more flexible. A real winner for young
jazz groups - highly recommended!
10756368 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
H Angel—Wes Montgomery/arr. Les Sabina. Here's
a Wes Montgomery bossa/rock tune that grooves
along at around 145 bpm with the melody line
played by tenor 1 and trumpet 2. With very playable
ensemble sections and hits, this is a great vehicle
for teaching style and ensemble cohesiveness. The
solos are written or ad lib for tenor sax and piano,
the lead trumpet range is to written E top space,
and optional parts are included for vibes, flute,
clarinet and more. This one is accessible, solid,
and includes nice contrasts. Angel is one you don't
want to miss!
10513855 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
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At the End of the Day—Rosana Eckert/arr.
Michele Weir & Blair Bielawski. This stunning music
was written by Dallas-based Rosana Eckert for her
debut album in 2003. It is a light and sophisticated
bossa with some gorgeous harmony. There is an
eight-measure written or ad lib solo that may be
played by tenor saxophone and/or guitar. Though
not technically demanding, this chart does require
some thoughtful playing by the winds and rhythm
section. A unique choice!
11346096 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Attention Span—Larry Neeck. This is an easy
and fun beginning rock chart that will instantly
grab your students' attention! A steady beat,
easy rhythms, and modest ranges provide a solid
introduction to rock style. The two-measure solo
section, with suggested solo riffs included, is
perfect for encouraging your budding improvisers.
This chart is a great choice for a successful and
musical performance and will captivate students
and audiences alike!
11206950 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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l Bad Apple—Ryan Fraley. Let the rhythm section
lay down an earthy groove in half-time funk. The
horns ride along with a bluesy melody that builds
to a great stop-time. Modest ranges all around
with reduced instrumentation (three saxes, two
trumpets, one trombone) keep it within reach of
smaller groups (top trumpet note is D5), while extra
parts for flute, clarinet, horn, baritone T.C., and tuba
add flexibility. Solo transcriptions that match the
recording are provided along with easier versions
of those solos to give younger players a starting
point. A hip, fun, and memorable chart.
11347655 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
H Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Here's an excellent, easy version of Josef Zawinul's
great jazz tune! Solid writing all the way and no
solos required.
2230910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Blue Groove—Ethan Freier. This easy-level funk
chart has a great groove and nice lower voice
writing that adds to the excitement. Classic funk
horn lines combine with a driving rhythmic pulse
to create an instant classic. The features include
moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts,
open solo sections, and options for reduced or
expanded instrumentation. The solo section is
open for as many players as desired, and for
novice jazzers not wishing to try their hand at
improvisation, suggested solo sheets in all keys are
included. A wonderful instructional vehicle!
11000557 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
The Blues Brothers Rockin' Soul Revue—arr.
Paul Murtha. No one brought musical energy and
excitement to the stage, TV and film like the Blues
Brothers! Here's a concise and accessible medley
of their biggest hits, including I Can't Turn You
Loose, Soul Man and Gimme Some Lovin.' This
one is fun, rocks hard, and is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations!
10522948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Chalupa—Gregory Yasinitsky. Written for younger
jazz bands, this fun, Latin/rock chart includes a
funky bass line, a catchy melody, and an exciting
ensemble chorus. The solo section is playable
by any instrument, with solo sheets provided in
all keys along with scales to assist students with
improvisation. All sections and the full band have
interesting material, and make sure to check out
the great baritone sax countermelody! Playable
with optional reduced or expanded instrumentation,
Chalupa will provide solid instructional and
performance opportunities.
10985453 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
H Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Michael
Sweeney. Herbie Hancock's classic funk tune
is finally available for younger groups! Mike's
arrangement preserves the flavor of the original in
a playable arrangement that your students are sure
to "get into."
2123396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
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The Chicken—Alfred Ellis/arr. Mike Story. The
original version of The Chicken was released in
2001 and has been a top seller every year. Now
Mike Story has arranged it for younger jazz groups
without losing the original style and infectious fun!
Beginning with a gospel style chorale introduction,
the band transitions into a funky rock groove with
an easy-to-play and hip bass line. This outstanding
chart for young jazz bands features a 16-bar
suggested alto sax solo and easy trumpet 1 range
to written E top space. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Don't miss
it! Our highest recommendation!
10303578 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
(Don't Fear) The Reaper—arr. Paul Murtha.
Blue Oyster Cult's iconic hit from the 1970s was
immortalized in pop culture in the famous "More
cowbell!" sketch on Saturday Night Live. This
solid arrangement for young players will be quick
to learn, requires no solos, and is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentation. Fun
for all!
11100166 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Drop Somethin'—Debbie Stempien & Greg
Turner. This beginner blues rock chart introduces
students to the blues progression in a straight-
eighth setting. Instruments featured are saxes,
trumpets, and drums. Repeated material and
unison lines make this a recipe for a successful
performance by young players. There are optional
written solos and chord symbols for players
preferring to improvise.
11198292 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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