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#1 No Pickles—Mathew Montgomery. You are
going to love this chart! Full of flavor and funk, there
is plenty of groove and energy to go around in this
blues-based chart. Your trombone soloist will love the
opportunity left open to solo in this tune backed by a
rocking groove. And you will love how this one ends!
11399439 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
727 South Broad Street—Lars Halle. Let your
baritone sax player show off with this chart! This
swing tune with featured solo has a dark yet curious
feeling to it that your musicians will have a great
time playing.
11403531 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. John Wasson.
Originally a #1 hit for Toto in the early 1980s,
and recorded again by the group Weezer, this
powerful rock anthem features a distinctive groove
and memorable lines. In this chart it's given a
contemporary spin while maintaining the feel and
drive of the original. There's solo space for trumpet.
Highly recommended!
10960648 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Arnge Drank—Paul Baker. Wow... orange drink
with an attitude! Texas writer Paul Baker presents
an outstanding funk chart beginning with a piano riff
to set up the rhythm groove before the trumpet and
altos hit with the melody. Trombones and low saxes
support with counterpoint. After the trombones
take it through the bridge the saxes again state the
melody in a dramatic stop time section that moves
into the trumpet and trombone solos. After a drum
solo, the bari and bass trombone shine as they set
the funky foundation for the shout chorus. A return
of the piano riff sets up the final melodic statement
and dramatic coda. Trumpet range to written High C.
Trombone to G. Pure fun, and highly recommended!
10369423 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Attitude Dance—arr. Mark Taylor. Celebrating
more than 40 years of funk and soul, the
unmistakable sound of Tower of Power still sounds
as fresh and impressive as ever. This adaptation
for six horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone) and
rhythm section features the blazing horn lines and
driving groove of the original. Optional parts are
included for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone 2.
10283054 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. Victor Lopez. Just
listen to this chart and you know you have to have it
as Victor Lopez brings the original Weather Report
version to life for jazz ensembles. All the ingredients
are here, plus solo space (written or improvised)
for alto 1 and/or trumpet 2, nice chord voicings
throughout, and the lead trumpet top note is only a
written G on top of the staff. Very easy to assemble
and perform, this will be a hit every time! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10277740 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Blackbird—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Perhaps one of the Beatles' lesser known
tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative
and memorable. Mike Tomaro's smooth setting
uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba
section to create a truly outstanding effect. The
theme is stated simply in the beginning by trumpet,
followed by an array of orchestrational textures and
harmonies. Highly recommended!
10098755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Bluestone Lane—Roger Schmidli. Feature your
lead trombone with this great chart. Things start
off sultry with a written solo and ethereal lines
in the saxophones and trumpets. When things
come together, it has some punch. Later on, the
trombonist improvises for an extended solo. If you
are looking to feature your lead trombone and have a
great group that can back them up, go for this chart!
11347399 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
The Boulevard—Peter Sciaino. The 1960's
Blue Note era inspired this Latin rock chart that is
bursting with energy and drive. With solos for alto
sax and trumpet, this unique work uses interplay
between the winds along with interesting harmonic
structure to stand out from the crowd.
11393016 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Brother Mister—Christian McBride/arr. Mike
Kamuf. A stop-time development section and a
power shout chorus are but a few of the exciting
features of this straight-eighth groove chart
composed by Christian McBride. Set at a medium
tempo, this hip tune includes written or improvised
solos for alto 1, trumpet 2, tenor 1, and drums.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above the
staff and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. Very cool in a contemporary way!
10311431 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Buffalo Wings—Mike Carubia. This outstanding
funk original is based on two chord changes, I &
IV Dominant chords, making soloing a breeze. A
short interlude, or bridge, provides a break from
the two chords adding interest to the overall effect
of the chart. With hints of Watermelon Man, this
tune features unison melodies and hip harmonies
making it extremely fun to play and hear! Tons of
personality! Highly recommended!
10072056 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
Bug Juice—Adrien Re. Bug Juice is a groovy, hip-
hop inspired chart that will give your best trumpet,
tenor sax and trombone a great opportunity for
showcasing! It also features a cool breakdown
section with a nod to Bob Mintzer that sets up the
open solo section. The whole piece is rounded out
with a powerful shout chorus and modulation. This
one is going to bring the place down!
11199472 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Caravan—Duke Ellington/arr. Mike Tomaro.
You know it as swing, but this is the hot version
recorded by Chicago! Ellington's famous standard
gets a fresh face-lift in this exciting arrangement by
Mike Tomaro!
2354991 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Cold Duck Time—Eddie Harris/arr. Erik Morales.
Eddie Harris' Cold Duck Time features a straight
eighth feel and a very hip opening intro lick. This
terrific chart is set in a funky, rock groove at about
132 - 144 bpm and has written or improvised solo
space for alto sax, bari sax, trumpet 2, and guitar.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above the
staff (with an optional B). This chart totally cooks!
Highly recommended!
10355584 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Compared to What—Eugene McDaniels/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Check out this straight-eighth groove at a
moderate tempo that has a distinctive Les McCann
flavor. Written solos provided for tenor sax 1 and
trumpet 2, unison sax lead lines, driving written
drum fills, and a sweet shout chorus together make
for a fine chart to have on your program.
11400502 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Corn Bread—Lee Morgan/arr. Mark Taylor.
Similar to Lee Morgan's Sidewinder, this tune is
written in a moderate soul/jazz style. This funky
arrangement for six horns and rhythm section is
sprinkled with stop-time breaks and catchy riffs,
plus it's a fun chart for soloing! The small band
instrumentation is for six horns (ATB saxes, two
trumpets and one trombone) plus four rhythm with
optional additional parts included for alto, tenor and
trombone. It's perfect for smaller programs and
additional ensemble opportunities!
10617900 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Critical Mass—Jeff Jarvis. Here's a chart that
everybody's gonna like! It's a straight-ahead funk
chart with an infectious beat, popping bass, cool
sax licks and hard brass pops. If you've tried
Jeff's other funk charts, you're going to want this
one. And if you haven't, you'd better get started!
Definitely a hip, groovin' tune that better bands will
get into!
2439297 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Crunchy Frog—Gordon Goodwin. Bass and
guitar kick off this original Gordon Goodwin chart
with a captivating rhythmic pattern before the full
ensemble settles in with the funky melody. There's
plenty of ensemble writing, some in unison and
some in harmony, and solo space for all winds
with suggested or improv solos. The lead trumpet
range goes to written G-sharp on top of the staff,
the tempo is around 115 beats per minute,
and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. This is accessible Gordon
Goodwin material that is right in the pocket for this
grade level! Our highest recommendation!
10311433 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Don't Steal My Stuff—Gordon Goodwin. Gordon
Goodwin wrote this funky chart at the medium
grade level to showcase trumpet 1 and trombone 1.
Everything is written out, including the melody duet,
the solos, and the featured trades. The tempo is
very accessible at 160 bpm, it's easy to assemble,
and it's fun to play!
10452128 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough—Michael
Jackson/arr. Dallas Burke. This funky hit from
Michael Jackson's Off the Wall album translates into
a groovin' jazz chart everyone will enjoy. With lots of
tasty licks for the winds and very playable grooves
for the rhythm section, this chart is a winner!
10456820 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Feels So Good—Chuck Mangione/arr. Victor
Lopez. Only rarely does a jazz tune cross over to the
pop charts the way this Chuck Mangione classic
did back in the seventies! Flugelhorn solo on the
1st trumpet part is featured throughout with the
distinctive melody and then with a written or ad lib
solo along with a tenor solo. The flugelhorn solo
range is up to an optional written high C, but the
solo is cued on the 1st tenor part as well. Victor's
arrangement brings this contemporary gem within
the range of the developing trumpet player without
losing any of the hip appeal of the original. Here's
a perennially appealing, samba/rock chart that will
provide outstanding performance opportunities for
your band and soloist! Highly recommended!
2480787 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Flat Rock Blues—Patrick Thompson. This chart
is simple, fun, and it rocks! With opportunities for
guitar and trombone solos, there is a lot of groove
happening in this tune. Taking a happier twist on
the blues, this tune will be great for your group.
11398631 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Fremont Trolling—Mathew Montgomery. Here
is a fresh work for your jazz ensemble that takes
inspiration from two Seattle-based bands - Nirvana
and Kings Kaleidoscope. With its contrasting
moments of beautiful melody against rock and funk,
this tune stands out from the rest. Solos for drum set
and guitar really help set the scene for this chart.
11399438 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Get After It—Jeff Jarvis. Bring the funk to your
group with this groovy chart. They can't help but
move as they play this tune and let each section
feel the music. You don't want to miss this one!
11403532 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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