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JAZZ ROCK & FUNK
H The Chicken—Alfred James Ellis/arr. Kris
Berg. If you've got a strong bassist, this is your
showstopper! This chart, made famous by bass
virtuoso Jaco Pastorius, gets kicking with a killer
gospel chorale, but is soon interrupted by one
of the funkiest bass lines ever played! Soon the
entire band is in on it with a Tower of Power-style
sound that is sure to impress everyone listening!
2467934 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
l Christmas Time Is Here—Vince Guaraldi/arr.
Mike Tomaro. Here is a fresh, relaxed swinging
arrangement of the beloved Charlie Brown
Christmas favorite. Set in 4/4 and scored for
small jazz ensemble, this setting shows off rich
harmonic writing, hip swinging figures, and open
solos for all instruments. Instrumentation: alto,
tenor, bari, trumpet 1 & 2, trombone, and rhythm
section, optional vibes.
11373262 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . M 45.00
For Mom—Mathew Montgomery. Written as
a birthday gift for the composer's mother, now
you can celebrate the moms in your life - and
especially the ones who support your program.
The tender piano solo at the beginning is ad lib
or written and is followed by a trumpet solo. The
sweet melodies and tasteful harmonies will be a
touching gift to those special ladies.
11354737 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
Grazing in the Grass—Philemon Hou/arr. Rick
Stitzel. This instrumental hit soared to the top of
the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop
groove and catchy brass riffs. This chart for young
players has beautifully captured the unique flavor
of the original and includes the transcribed solo of
Hugh Masekela, which can be played by a trumpet
soloist or by the entire section. Different and fun!
11208480 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Group Dynamics—Ric Flauding & Paul Baker.
Here is a high-energy melodic rock chart that
features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the
famous Pat Metheny Group. Hitting hard from
the outset, this chart provides great opportunities
to show off a strong drummer as well, both with
the ensemble and in an extended solo section.
Trumpet range is to written D. Trombone range
is to A flat. Solo opportunities are also present
for trombone and tenor sax. After the horn solos,
a long development section featuring the drums
builds to the shout chorus and the return of the
bridge and final climax.
11349288 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
Hip Hip Hop—Steve Shanley/arr. Bob Turner.
This flexible combo version of a big band piece
is a great choice for mixing up styles at your next
concert. It has a modern hip-hop sound that your
students and audience will love, and the writing
lends itself to the needs of young ensembles.
Great ensemble writing and a solo section will
make this an excellent opportunity for your
students. Hop on to the stage with this chart!
11354654 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Honk! Honk!—Jack Cooper. The biting
dissonance of the sharp nine chord is used as the
centerpiece for this free-spirited, funky rock chart.
Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint
come together to create a unique piece in the
repertoire for music at this level. There are
plenty of opportunities to work on those heavy
articulations and big punches for your lows. It
is surprisingly sophisticated with just the right
amount of grit to warrant the title.
11346106 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . VE 45.00
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NEW LATIN CHARTS!
Danzon—Terry White. The danzon is a slow, formal Cuban dance. This original chart is
an excellent introduction for young players to this particular Latin style. Strong ensemble
scoring, written solos for tenor sax and trumpet, optional flute, congas, and guiro.
11343822 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
Journey to Recife—Richard Evans & Norman Gimbel/arr. Terry White. Composed in
the early 1960s, this marvelous bossa nova may not be as well known as some, but it is no
less attractive - especially arranged here for young bands. A brief duet of trumpet and tenor
gives way to the saxes, then ultimately nice rich scoring for the entire band. Also includes
solos for tenor sax and trumpet. This chart has nice flow and pacing throughout!
11208479 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 45.00
Mamacita Needs a Break—Peter Sciaino. Driving Latin rhythms, great polyphonic
writing, and interesting major seventh over minor chord harmony combine to make this chart
unforgettable. There are lots of dynamic contrasts, so the full range of your group will be
showcased. The haunting melody weaves between sections throughout the composition,
which really makes the piece hang together well. Check it out!
11346114 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 50.00
Muy Caliente—Erik Sherburne/arr. Bob Turner. This chart is a good grab if you have
some developed players but perhaps not have a full instrumentation. There is some great
tutti writing, and its fast tempo will provide some fire for your set! There is a trumpet solo
either written or ad lib and an exciting building section with lots of heat. Check it out!
11354656 Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
Na Sombra Fresca—Debra Stempien, Greg Turner. This medium-tempo pop bossa chart
is in the 1960s style of Sergio Mendes and Johnny Mandel. The light and airy Latin feel gives
the sense of finding playful respite and relief from the sun on a hot day "in the cool shade"
("na sombra fresca" in Portuguese). A lengthy open solo section provides improvisation
opportunities for three instruments.
11348684 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 48.00
l Postais do Rio (Postcards from Rio)—Michele Fernandez. Students and audiences
will love this hot, hip, and accessible authentic samba with opening Carnaval chant, driving
rhythms, soaring melodies, comfortable ranges, and excellent ensemble scoring. Only two
percussionists are needed; all rhythm section parts are notated in great detail. Optional parts
for flute, clarinet, French horn, and tuba; written solos for bari sax, piano, and percussion;
chord changes for lead trumpet and lead trombone.
11372760 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 72.00
The Beach Life—Kris Berg. This calypso chart might be the happiest piece ever written for
young jazz ensemble. Like the classic Sonny Rollins piece St. Thomas, this composition uses
simple basic chords and rhythms, but the end result is a sparkling, bright change-of-pace
chart. There are some opportunities for soloing for alto and trumpet, and your rhythm section
players will appreciate the carefully crafted parts that are easy to play but sound great.
11346130 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Un Poco Mas—Paul Baker. Un poco mas - a little bit more- that's what this chart offers,
and it delivers! Opening with a definitive brass statement, it settles into a smooth Latin
groove before switching things up with a half-time feel on the bridge. Returning to Latin, the
form finishes and launches into the solo sections. Both solos can be successfully navigated
using only the concert F harmonic minor or F blues scales. Written solos are provided for
trumpet and tenor sax. The chart ends with a roar to the finish line!
11349290 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 45.00
What Is This Thing Called Love? (from "Wake Up and Dream")—Cole Porter/
arr. Alan Baylock. Yes! This is a hot swinger played in double time around 110 bpm that
alternates with a samba groove. A terrific jazz standard that is full of energy, it features solo
work for tenor sax (sample solo provided) and drum solo fills in an interlude. This is your
opener or closer for every performance!
11355038 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00
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