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JAZZ/ROCK & FUNK medium / medium-advanced & advanced
Tell Me Something Good—Stevie Wonder/
arr. Mike Tomaro. This classic funk tune from the
1970s was written by Stevie Wonder, but became
a huge hit for Rufus and Chaka Khan. Featuring
a slow and driving pulse with heavily syncopated
figures, this chart provides a powerful change-of-
pace for concerts, contests and festivals.
10617878 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Two Seconds to Midnight—Alan Baylock. This
high-energy chart is perfect for concert or festival
performance because it's intensely funky, and very
cool! The intimate, small-group sound of the solo
segments for trombone and guitar contrast effectively
with the fully voiced power of the rest of the chart,
creating a very satisfying rock-fusion groove!
2472237 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Updraft—Jeff Jarvis. You're going to love this
original tune. A solid, infectious 3/4 funk groove is
coupled with a modern-sounding chord progression
to give this driving chart plenty of audience appeal.
Solos are offered for tenor sax and trumpet but can
be assigned to other instruments if desired.
11199480 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Uptown Funk!—arr. Paul Murtha. Here's the
ultimate in contemporary funk from Mark Ronson
and Bruno Mars! Paul Murtha captures all the style
and attitude in this exciting chart for jazz ensembles.
The melody is skillfully passed around from section
to section, and suggested or improvised solo
options are provided for trumpet and tenor sax,
along with written bass lines and piano voicings.
This one is hot and highly recommended!
10500110 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Uptown Funk!—arr. Victor Lopez. Just like the
title, this funk/rock chart on the Mark Ronson and
Bruno Mars megahit is loaded with powerful energy!
The tempo is around 112 bpm, there's a written
alto sax solo provided, and it goes all out, all the
time. There are optional band vocals and optional
parts are included for expanded instrumentations.
Go uptown!
10513922 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Victor's Return—Lisa Galvin. This catchy rock
chart will perk up your ensemble. The rhythm
section drives the groove while your ensemble lays
down the head over top. Written solos are provided
for trumpet and alto sax.
11402256 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
The Waiting Game—Aaron Perrine. Here is your
next funk chart! Written with modest brass ranges,
this is written at a level to keep younger players
engaged through its fun grooves and sophisticated
harmonies. The audience will love it too!
11400729 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Workin' Day and Night—Michael Jackson/
arr. Allen Gray. This funky pop tune from Michael
Jackson will be a hit for both your audience and
your students! With no solos, this tune just gets
funky from the downbeat and doesn't let up on the
gas until the end.
11202592 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Absoludicrous—Gordon Goodwin. More
accessible than most Gordon Goodwin charts,
this one is a killer funk tune that is unbelievably
exciting! Your jazz band players and audiences
will dig the poppin' rhythmic figures, the funky
style, outstanding ensemble passages and the
high energy. It lays well at around 120 bpm and
has written or improvised solos for alto/bari, tenor,
trumpet, and trombone. Electric piano will sound
great on the funky piano introduction, the lead
trumpet range is up to written high C, and optional
auxiliary percussion, flute and vibes parts are
included. Highly recommended! It's Absoludicrous!
10513903 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 52.00
At Water's Edge—Kris Berg. At Water's Edge is
a floating ECM-style tune with a beautiful, haunting
melody... think Pat Metheny. The chart weaves
through numerous energy levels and colors as it
builds to its dramatic ending. Improvised space is
provided for trumpet and tenor sax and is based
on one melodic minor scale. This simple concept
allows aspiring players to immediately sound
modern and mature. Part of the Metroplexity Big
Band series.
11000919 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 65.00
Backrow Politics—Gordon Goodwin. As
performed by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band,
here's a showcase for the trumpet section! The
groove is straight eighths with a funky feel and
there's solo space for all trumpets, but the solos
can be tailored as desired. The lead trumpet range
is to a written high G with an optional A. This is a
dynamic and fun chart and will be a real kick for the
band (especially the trumpets) and audience.
10028193 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . A 70.00
Bohemian Rhapsody—Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick
Hirsch. Yes, this is for real! Queen's magnum opus,
in a jazz language, orchestrated for big band, with
jazz solos for Trombone (also cued in Trumpet 5/
Flugelhorn) and Alto or Baritone Sax thrown in for
good measure. Additionalfeatures include multiple
tempos and feels ranging from 76 to 304 bpm, to
styles including an a cappella sax soli introduction,
jazz ballad with double time, shuffle, and swing
sections culminating in a rubato ending. This is a
major work for jazz ensemble at 9 to 10 minutes
that students and players will want to work on. Solid
saxophone parts, tempo changes, mature brass
figures, and a whole lot of fun! Instrumentation:
5 Saxes (AATTB), 5 Trumpets (on Flugelhorns), 4
Trombones (3 Tenors and 1 Bass), Guitar, Piano,
Bass and Drums, with optional parts for Flute and
Vibes. The lead trumpet range goes to written high
D with an optional F, and the rhythm section parts
are fully notated.
10371013 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . A 70.00
Break Glass—Mathew Montgomery. In case of
dance emergency... break glass! The groove is
sure to bring your audience to their feet to start
dancing. This chart is a good fit for an advanced
group or a group that wants to push their skills.
There is also an opportunity to feature a trumpet
player with an improvised solo. The audience and
band members alike will be singing this melody
long after the performance.
11202971 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
What a combination! Composed by Grammy winner
and jazz legend Herbie Hancock and arranged by
Alan Baylock, this jazz classic is both funky and hip.
There's open solo space for all and the lead trumpet
goes up to written D plus a few hot drum fills. This is
another great Baylock chart. Got to have this one!
10049738 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Change Is Good—Gordon Goodwin. A Latin
straight-eighth groove at a moderate tempo
guides this refreshing chart. Mellow writing lets
this piece progress naturally and showcase a
lyrical moment for your ensemble. Suggested
written solos provide flexibility for C, B-flat, E-flat,
and bass clef instruments.
11400496 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 52.00
Cold Duck Time—Eddie Harris/arr. Alan Baylock.
Alan Baylock's chart on this Eddie Harris jazz
classic is exciting from the very first note. This
updated and contemporary version features a
straight-eighth boogaloo groove at about 120 bpm.
There's a written or ad lib tenor sax solo provided,
the lead trumpet range is to written C above the
staff. Players, audiences and judges will dig this
outstanding chart!
10513936 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 60.00
Come On, Come Over—Jaco Pastorius & Bob
Herzog/arr. Mark Taylor. This funk classic from
Jaco Pastorius naturally features a prominent
role for the bass player. Skillfully arranged for full
jazz ensemble, the back-and-forth riffs are traded
between smaller groups within the band. Also
featured is a solo for alto sax along with plenty of
hard-hitting figures for the brass. A suggested solo,
chord/scale sheets in all keys, written-out bass
lines and piano voicings are all included.
10522910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 50.00
Cross Roads—Kris Berg. This contemporary
swing chart is full of energetic and exciting
harmonic structures. This piece develops
organically to show off its strong orchestration,
counterpoint, and rhythmic writing that will let your
band show off!
11393024 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 50.00
Footprints—Wayne Shorter/arr. Mike Tomaro.
Recorded by Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter's hypnotic
minor blues has become a true jazz classic and
required literature for jazz musicians. Arranged here
using a medium straight-eighth-note groove, this
chart makes effective use of all the sections or the
ensemble and includes a flexible solo section for any
player. Including suggested solos, chord/scale sheets
in all keys, written bass lines and piano voicings, this
one will be fun to learn, rehearse and perform!
10522918 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
Funk Tank—Lars Halle. In the spirit of Frank
Mantooth and Ashley Alexander, this funk chart
provides each section of the band with exciting and
distinctive roles that come together and meld into
a funky, backbeat groove with a nod to the jazz/
rock fusion era. The feel is half-time, funk/hip-hop
with swing eighth notes, it has a great melody
that cooks within every section, and includes nice
contrast with a trumpet soli before returning to the
melody. Written for advancing groups, it includes
a written or improvised alto saxophone solo, an
optional vibes part, and a guitar chord chart. Pure
fun and excitement!
10568022 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 55.00
Groove Merchant—Jerome Richardson/
arr. Thad Jones. Appearing in Teaching Music
through Performance in Jazz and recorded by
the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra on their
Central Park North album, this great collaboration
between Jerome Richardson and Thad Jones has
become an established standard for better bands.
It's a mighty swinger with an edgy melody line,
contemporary voicings, and lots of section work
that's guaranteed to bring audiences to their feet.
Changes for the open solo section are provided for
soprano or alto saxes, trumpet, trombone, piano,
and guitar. The rhythm section parts are partially
notated with chords cued.
2087823 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . A 60.00
Hot House—Tadd Dameron/arr. Mike Kamuf.
Check out this exciting take on a jazz standard
from Tadd Dameron. Full of great moments - from
a serious saxophone soli to the written solos for alto
1 and trumpet 2, even the classic shout chorus. A
first-class chart!
11400534 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 52.00
Hunting Wabbits—Gordon Goodwin. Gordon
Goodwin's tongue-in-cheek tribute to cartoons
is stellar! The mixing of "legitimate" and swing
styles makes this chart a showstopper. Soprano
sax leads the saxes throughout, and some feisty
unaccompanied sections will keep everyone on
the edge of their seats. There's solo space for
soprano, tenor, trumpet and trombone, along with
percussion parts and an optional synthesizer part
for the piano player.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 70.00
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Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Best Selling Charts! These selections, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors like you.
The Jazz Police—Gordon Goodwin.
2477652 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00
Whiplash—Hank Levy/arr. Erik Morales.
10068794 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Cold Duck Time—
Eddie Harris/arr. Alan Baylock.
10513936 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Tweet Fatigue—Gordon Goodwin.
10756402 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Hunting Wabbits—Gordon Goodwin.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00
Tell Me a Bedtime Story—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
10513942 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Break Glass—Mathew Montgomery.
11202971 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Groove Merchant—
Jerome Richardson/arr. Thad Jones.
2087823 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A 60.00
Us—Thad Jones.
546846 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Chameleon—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
10049738 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
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