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JAZZ
ENEMBLE
POP CHARTS
Poison—Elliott Straite/arr. Allen Gray. This hip-
hop hit from Bell Biv Devoe translates into a funky
jam your students will love playing! From the
opening drum groove and band hits to the cool
melody and rhythm section groove, the audience
will recognize this '90s staple right away. There is
space in the solo section for written or ad-lib solos
over the F minor groove before the band comes in
to close out this classic.
11572329 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Runaway Baby—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is
actually a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent
of the James Brown funk style. Featuring an
energetic pulse that never quits along with a
catchy melody, this chart is a real showstopper!
The solo section includes options for alto, trumpet,
or trombone with suggested solos and scale/chord
sheets in all keys. Pure excitement!
10317268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
September—Maurice White, Al McKay & Allee
Willis/arr. Paul Murtha. Still one of the funkiest
tunes ever written, here is one of Earth, Wind
& Fire's biggest hits in a version for younger
jazz bands that expertly captures the infectious
groove of the original. You simply can't go wrong
with this one!
11539348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Tank! (from Cowboy Bebop)—Yoko Kanno/
arr. Paul Murtha. In this high-octane arrangement
of the funk-rock theme from the anime series
Cowboy Bebop, a hip rhythm section groove sets
the tone and sixteenth-note syncopation and biting
articulations propel the energy. An accessible
arrangement for young bands perfect for teaching
funk style.
11510422 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Vehicle—James Peterik/arr. Ralph Ford. Here's
a powerhouse arrangement of this rock classic
that will motivate your students and excite your
audiences. It's got plenty of solid full-band writing
as well as sectional solis and trades. Trombone 1
is featured for a chorus with a written-out solo and
a brief cadenza, and the lead trumpet range is up
to an optional written A. This is a must-have rock
chart that is highly recommended!
10011915 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54.00
Vivir Mi Vida—arr. Terry White. Recorded in
2013 by Marc Anthony, this salsa cover version of
"C'est la vie" by Algerian singer Khaled has logged
over a billion views on YouTube! Terry's sizzling
arrangement features plenty of variety, a solo for
trumpet, and a key change to an exciting full band
finish. With its appealing Latin groove and modest
tempo, this one is sure to be fun to play.
11518983 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)—arr. Michele
Fernandez. Originally recorded as the official
theme for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, this upbeat
and infectious hit by Shakira remains as popular
today as ever. This arrangement is a refreshing
and vibrant take on this iconic theme with a driving
Afro-Caribbean groove and energized ensemble
lines. Optional flute part included.
11571829 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
M E D I U M
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Tomaro.
One of the early hits from the rock band Chicago,
this hard-hitting tune is always exciting to play!
Powerfully scored here in the six-horn format by
Mike Tomaro.
11518954 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
ABC—arr. Mike Tomaro. This signature hit from
the Jackson 5 sports an up-tempo pop style and
plenty of energy. This contemporary take will be a
fun change of pace for your little big band.
11571836 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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
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
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
Get It On—Bill Chase/arr. Victor Lopez. This chart
is exciting jazz-rock...pure and simple! From the
jazz-rock group Chase, it features the trumpet
section and has written solos for tenor sax,
trumpet and trombone. The lead trumpet range
is to written Bb above the staff. There's also a
cool cascading chorale section. Optional parts are
included for flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax and
tuba. Hit it hard and keep the energy pumping!
10049714 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Getaway—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by the
funkmeisters of the 1970s, Earth, Wind & Fire—
this is one of their most energetic tunes in a tightly
written and hot-sounding chart! Features include
a flexible solo section and solid ensemble scoring.
Highly recommended!
10072777 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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
I Wanna Be Like You—Robert & Richard
Sherman/arr. John Wasson. What happens when
one of the hottest swing bands in the land cuts
loose on a Disney classic? Cranked up excitement!
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy takes a mambo spin on I
Wan'na Be Like You from "The Jungle Book," and
with lots of tutti writing, your band will get a real
powerhouse sound!
2433704 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
I Wish—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro. This
tune makes tons of sense for jazz ensemble!
With its invigorating style, the arrangement is true
to the classic sound of Stevie Wonder's original.
The solo section is flexible, so you can tailor it to
your band's strengths. The medium slow groove
on this one is pure magic!
2470798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
In the Stone—arr. Paul Murtha. With no solos
required and only a driving rhythmic groove, here's
an authentic-sounding version of this Earth, Wind
& Fire classic. The trombones are featured on the
melody and all the signature riffs from the original
are beautifully captured. Guaranteed fun!
10033677 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
