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Gospel John—Jeff Steinberg/arr. Andy Clark.
Check out this incredible arrangement of Maynard
Ferguson's gospel favorite...it's hot as ever, but now
any high school with a decent trumpet player can
play it! Andy Clark's arrangement closely follows
Maynard's recorded version, except for a much
more playable introduction, new backgrounds for
the solos and some rewriting in the trumpet parts
(1st tpt. still goes to an "E"). This one is going to be
played for a long, long time!
2348142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Happy (from One Foot in the Swamp)—John
Ellis/arr. Jamey Simmons. This medium-funky chart
that is guaranteed to put a smile on everyone's
face. A hip and clever composition from John
Ellis arranged by Jamey Simmons, this chart has
wonderful ensemble passages with lots of solo
space for tenor saxophone. The brass ranges are
very reasonable, and the rhythmic difficulty is at a
minimum, making this chart accessible for almost
any band.
10759916 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Higher Ground—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike
Tomaro. From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed 1973
album Innervisions, this infectious funk tune has
been covered by a variety of artists over the years
and found its way into several movies. With a
distinctive rock shuffle groove and memorable riffs,
Mike Tomaro has transformed this into a sizzling
version for jazz ensemble.
10188761 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Hit the Bricks—Gordon Goodwin. Here's
something you don't often find! If you want to
play Gordon Goodwin charts but find they are a
little too challenging, check this out! Composed
and arranged by Gordon Goodwin specifically for
middle or high school level, this funky chart is totally
hot! The lead trumpet range is to written G on top
of the staff, there are suggested or improvised
solos for alto, tenor, bari, trumpet and trombone
along with backgrounds on cue. This chart is very
playable by a good middle school or a high school
jazz ensemble. It's the Gordon Goodwin Big Phat
Band sound, but accessible for your band. Play it
now! Optional expanded instrumentation.
10093187 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .53.00
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Honk—Jeff Jarvis. Ever since the widespread
popularity of the Jeff Jarvis funk original Critical
Mass, requests for a sequel have been pouring in. At
last, Jeff has composed and arranged Honk, with all
the characteristics that made its predecessor such
a hit with jazz ensembles, only at a slightly more
accessible level. Like Critical Mass, Honk begins
with a cool sax section introduction, clearly placing
your baritone saxophonist in the limelight, but
without excessive technical demands. Everyone has
interesting and challenging parts to play throughout
and the modulation near the end gives it an extra,
added lift. The solos are open and the backgrounds
can be varied by instrumentation. This one is hot
from beginning to end! Very highly recommended!
2702672 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Hurricane Season—Troy Andrews/arr. John
Wasson. From the Trombone Shorty CD Backatown,
this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a
New Orleans second line feel along with elements
of contemporary rock. There's written or improvised
solo space for trumpet. In this exciting chart, the
ensemble alternately screams with the full band
riffs, then settles into a simmering rhythmic groove.
Also included are written bass lines and piano
voicings. A real treat to perform and hear!
10490297 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
I Got You (I Feel Good)—James Brown/arr. Allen
Gray. This iconic hit from the great James Brown
should be a staple in every jazz band's library! With
funky horn licks and a driving groove in the rhythm
section, this tune gets off to a rousing start. The
solo section features a written or ad-libbed alto sax
solo or improvised solos for tenor sax, trumpet or
trombone. Optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentation. After the solo section, it's back to
that infectious groove and a recap of the melody
before the band gets a chance to yell "Hey" to close
it out. The Godfather of Soul! Need we say more?
11000480 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
In Memory of Elizabeth Reed—Dickie Betts/arr.
Dallas Burke. This classic rock hit from the Allman
Brothers makes a highly unique work that is laid-
back and funky. This 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. The different moods of this piece make it
fun to play while offering a good musical challenge
to developed bands. This is a fresh concept!
11202583 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
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The Incredibles—Michael Giacchino/arr. Stephen
Bulla. Mix the stylish spy music from the 1960s with a
dose of cool jazz and you have a winning combination
for jazz ensemble. From the Pixar hit animated movie,
here's a high-energy and entertaining chart that
captures the essence of the soundtrack perfectly,
with three themes from the movie that offer a ton
of variety and entertainment! A middle section in a
jazz waltz style is framed by exciting rock styles that
will be appealing to both audiences and developing
players. Highly recommended!
2480196 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
l Jazz Combo Pak #51 (Lennon & McCartney)—
arr. Mark Taylor. Flexibly arranged for three-
plus horns and rhythm section, this combo chart
features four great songs: The Fool on the Hill; In
My Life; Lady Madonna and With a Little Help from
My Friends. Parts are included for B-flat, E-flat, and
C instruments plus piano, guitar, bass, and drums.
11208488 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Maiden Voyage—Herbie Hancock/arr. Erik
Morales. Here is the beautiful Herbie Hancock tune
in a stellar arrangement by Erik Morales. Creative
and sophisticated but not technically difficult. The
lead trumpet range is only to written F-sharp top
line. There are written solo spaces for tenor sax and
piano, wonderful voicings and moving lines. This is
a joyous chart from top to bottom. Optional parts
are included for flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax
and tuba. Play this chart, it stands above the rest!
Highly recommended!
10049710 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Make Me Smile—James Pankow/arr. John
Wasson. One of the first tunes to put the group
Chicago on the map was this early rocker from
1970. John Wasson stays true to the original in this
outstanding version for jazz ensemble that features
solos for alto sax, guitar, and all the signature horn
licks. Suggested solos are included along with
chord/scale sheets in all keys.
10297505 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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l The Moment of Truth—Roger Schmidli. The
alto soloist faces their "moment of truth" in
this uplifting and funky feature that provides
the soloist a chance to really show off their
flair and energy. Starting with a fun yet relaxed
opening, it isn't long before the chart leads into a
punchy bridge section featuring the whole band.
There is a brief respite before the soloist takes
an extended improvised solo and we begin to
hear the ensemble develop. The band continues
to build with the soloist and finally tears into a
simple but powerful band shout section that lets
the drummer really let loose! The chart concludes
as the soloist finally returns to the original melody
before ending their own moment of truth with
a musical sigh of relief in the final bars! Great
trombone writing. Get this chart!
11347395 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Morocco—Russ Freeman/arr. Gordon Goodwin.
Originally recorded by jazz fusion masters, The
Rippingtons, this chart for jazz ensemble features a
great "Birdland-like" groove and Gordon Goodwin's
creativity and total command of the big band idiom.
The sax section is featured along with solo space
for alto sax. Here's a chart that will never sound old!
2262517 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Motown Tribute—arr. Eric Richards. The music
of Motown continues to stand the test of time
with catchy melodies and well-constructed songs.
Here's a well-crafted and entertaining production
number that features I Heard It Through the
Grapevine; My Girl and Dancing in the Streets.
Included is an open solo section during Dancing
in the Streets with written samples for alto, tenor,
trumpet and trombone.
10960650 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Mr. Fusion—Ralph Johnson. There is a cool vibe
in this approachable yet genuine outing in straight
eighth-note fusion style. Layers are added to layers
for a calculated build-up to a gritty ensemble
punch. Every section and part gets the melody
at some point, with solo space for tenor sax. A
note-for-note transcription of the recorded solo is
provided. Top trumpet note: F-sharp 5. Detailed
rhythm section parts provide lots of voicings and
comping patterns for younger players.
11207406 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 find the ranges to be very reasonable while
challenging your students rhythmically. The first
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag—James Brown/
arr. Allen Gray. This 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"! The solo section features
space for any instrument and a great learning
opportunity to solo over E-flat blues changes. The
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Paradise by the Dashboard Light—arr. Dallas
Burke. From the exciting opening that really swings
hard, this chart moves into a powerful blow section
followed by a funk section featuring a written or
improvised alto sax solo. The second half of the
tune switches up the styles into fast rock, featuring
a nice duet between trumpet and trombone
before the rest of the band steps on it hard with a
powerful blow section. Optional parts are included
for expanded instrumentation. This iconic hit from
Meatloaf has it all!
11000486 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
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Pick Up the Pieces—arr. Victor Lopez. It's funk/
rock... you know it, you love it! The tune is infectious,
the arrangement is right on target with no individual
solos but plenty of section and ensemble work. The
sax soli is crazy hot and the lead trumpet range is
to written A above the staff. Lots of unison lines,
some fun bari sax licks and a very hip stop-time
interlude that really cooks. This arrangement really
works for this tune! Consider this chart a winner!
Optional expanded instrumentation.
10068806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Red Clay—Freddie Hubbard/arr. Mark Taylor.
From jazz great Freddie Hubbard, here is one of his
most famous tunes in a solidly written chart by Mark
Taylor. With a funky rock feel and well-known riffs,
your band will enjoy performing this one time and
again! This is also a great chart for your soloists!
10072800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
H Red Clay—Freddie Hubbard/arr. Mike Kamuf.
A gem of a chart, here's Freddie Hubbard's
Red Clay arranged for developing jazz bands.
Characteristically, it's a straight-eighths groove
at 132 bpm with written or ad lib solos for tenor
sax and trumpet 2. A more subtle and quieter
interlude adds variety and interest, and a unique
and effective rhythm section break featuring the
bassist leads to the return of the head. The trumpet
1 range is to written G on top of the staff and a nice
shout chorus further adds to the fun. Playable with
optional expanded instrumentations. A great jazz
standard superbly arranged!
10513883 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Road Song—Wes Montgomery/arr. Alan Baylock.
The 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-flat, E-flat, or bass clef instrument
for flexibility. The solo section can easily be opened
up to include as many soloists as desired. The
ensemble gets plenty of exposure as well, both
behind the soloists and as a featured partner.
Quality chart!
11198994 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .54.00
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September—arr. Mark Taylor. Here's the classic
funk tune from Earth, Wind & Fire in a terrific
arrangement for big band by Mark Taylor. This one
includes all your favorite signature horn riffs as well
as a solo for tenor sax.
10016127 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Seven's the One—Mark Taylor. Featuring
a distinctive upbeat groove in 7/4 throughout
(3+4), this inventive original is a fabulous duet
feature for trumpet and tenor sax. In between
the duet statements and solos are full ensemble
passages adding a nice variety and pacing to this
creative piece.
11208472 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Sidewinder—Lee Morgan/arr. Mark Taylor.
One of the early and soulful jazz/rock tunes, Lee
Morgan's Sidewinder features a distinctive groove
and funky, riff-like phrases. In this arrangement for
little big band, a trio of trumpet, tenor and guitar
state the head in the beginning joined later by the
rest of the ensemble. Suggested solos are included
for trumpet, tenor and drums along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes;
2 Trumpets; 1 Trombone plus Rhythm Section. For
flexibility, optional parts are included for Alto and
Tenor Saxes and Trombone. Highly recommended!
10317254 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
H Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Michael Mossman.
In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in his prime and Sir
Duke was on top of the charts. Michael Philip
Mossman takes this familiar hit and adds his own
unique touch. The opening features the brass with
sax section fills. The middle section goes into a
double-time swing and includes a solo for tenor
sax, a soli for the saxes, and a drum break. All
the familiar lines from the original are there too!
Suggested solos are included along with scale/
chord sheets in all keys. Highly recommended!
10297508 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Six of One—Paul Baker. Six of One is a hypnotic
straight-eighth jazz waltz in the style of guitarist Pat
Metheny that adds additional colors with soprano
sax and flugelhorns. Creative counterpoint, part
independence, and dynamic contrast create an
evolving texture that constantly captures the ear.
The solo space is reserved for trumpet, guitar and
drums. Written brass ranges: trumpet to high C and
trombone to G. A perfect change-up for any program!
10999399 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
