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HandClap—Fitz and the Tantrums/arr.
Paul Murtha. Recorded by Fitz and the
Tantrums, this catchy tune often shows
up in pop culture and on the airwaves
in addition to the pop charts. This very
easy ensemble-based arrangement will
be instantly recognizable and requires
no solos. Plus, it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations
and includes written-out bass lines and
piano voicings. Fun for all and highly
recommended!
10759360 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Hooked on a Feeling—Mark James/arr.
Rick Stitzel. Recorded by the rock band
Blue Swede in the 1970s, this catchy
hit enjoyed renewed popularity thanks
to the blockbuster movie "Guardians of
the Galaxy." This very easy jazz version
features question-and-answer phrases
between sections of the band, requires
no solos, and is playable with optional
expanded or reduced instrumentations.
11172141 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 40.00
It Is What It Is—Victor Lopez. This
one has a funky rock groove with a hip
chord progression, yet it's very easy
to play. It Is What It Is has plenty of
unison harmony, no solos, easy ranges,
and is very effective for the young jazz
band. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10452066 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 40.00
Jazz Hero—George Vincent. Jazz Hero
is an accessible Latin/rock chart that will
do your band proud. A minor-sounding
introduction brings the band in on the
major chord melody, then the sections
trade back and forth. There is an open
solo section with a written solo for any
and all winds. This flexibility allows you
to select an individual, section or the
entire band to be featured. The painless
trumpet range to written D fourth line,
along with easy rhythms means this chart
will sound real good, real fast. It's a kick to
play, too! Optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations.
10092959 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 40.00
Listen Here—Eddie Harris/arr. Victor
Lopez. This funky rock chart with a
cha-cha flavor features a very hip and
simple melody. Also featured are easy
backgrounds, and a flexible solo section
for one, some, or all winds. With the
optional parts, clear rhythm section
notation, a nice bass line, and only two
chords, it's easy to rehearse and very
effective for young jazz bands. Playable
with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10311417 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 40.00
Little Sunflower—Freddie Hubbard/arr.
Mike Story. Here's a catchy and easy-
to-play arrangement of the jazz classic.
Written-out suggested solos are provided
for tenor sax and trumpet. The trumpet
range is to written E top space. This
arrangement is very playable and sounds
full with reduced instrumentation - and
it's fun!
11511950 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 47.00
Low Rider—arr. John Berry. With its
unmistakable bass line, just plain cool
rhythmic groove, and infectious rock style,
here's a classic 1970s hit that young players
are sure to enjoy! Arranged with moderate
ranges, easy rhythms, and no solos, this
medium tempo rock chart will go together
quickly, and it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Fun
for all, it's highly recommended for young
jazz bands!
10490311 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Nighthawk—Carl Strommen. Everything
you have come to expect from a Carl
Strommen chart is on display in this gospel-
tinged rock piece. Solid from start to finish
and very playable, this will be a hit with your
band. It makes an excellent contrast piece
to a swing tune. Written solos for alto and
tenor sax and trumpet.
11562046 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Sweet Georgia Brown—Ben Bernie &
Maceo Pinkard/arr. Michael Sweeney.
Although known primarily as the theme
for the famed Harlem Globetrotters, this
familiar standard has remained popular
through the years with recordings by
countless jazz artists. Here's a fun version
for young players featuring an infectious
groove, melody in all parts, and a flexible
solo section with sample written solos for
all players.
11357095 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Wade in the Water—arr. Zachary Smith.
The well-known classic spiritual played
around 110 bpm with a funky rock feel. Brief
written solo statements from various players
and modest trumpet 1 range to written E top
space. Optional parts include flute, clarinet,
horn, baritone horn, tuba, and vibes. This is
a well-crafted and effective chart everyone
will love! (3:35)
11570895 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 47.00
Work Song—Nat Adderley/arr. John
Berry. One of the signature tunes of
the Cannonball Adderley Quintet and
composed by Nat Adderley, this familiar
jazz standard remains as popular today
as when it first arrived in 1960. Arranged
here in a solid even eighth-note style, this
is an extremely appealing choice for young
groups. Playable with options for reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Highly
recommended!
11172143 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 40.00
Jazz-Rock & Funk
Easy
(Don't Give Me) Attitude at Any
Latitude—Steve Parsons. Your band will
have a blast with this low-down funky chart!
Even though the title says "Don't Give Me
Attitude," the ensemble will absolutely have
to play with some swagger.
11615104 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
13 O'Clock Jump—Zachary Smith. A
swingin' blues but with a fun twist: 13-bar
blues! Suggested solos are written for tenor
sax, trumpet, trombone, and some brief
drum set fills. The trumpet range is up to a
written E top space. Your players will dig the
cool brass plunger mute sections!
11511946 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 47.00
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story.
You know it, you love it! The opening
motive is very catchy on this authentic
sounding chart on the rock classic made
famous by the group Chicago. Master
arranger Mike Story works his magic to
create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz
ensemble chart. Everything you need
is written out, including brief solos for
trumpet 1, trombone 1 and optional
guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's easy
to rehearse and play, but still a hard-
driving chart. Very nice! Optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 42.00
Aardvark, Too—Charles Booker. Here's
an easy, laid-back rock chart sure to
be a hit with students and audiences.
The original "Aardvark" chart - Aardvark
Stomp, from 2016 - has remained a top-
seller since it was released. Aardvark,
Too! is a great chart to help develop your
young jazz ensemble.
11621846 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 65.00
Ain't No Mountain High Enough—arr.
Paul Murtha. Written by the songwriting
duo of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie
Simpson and made famous by Marvin
Gaye and Tammi Terrell, this chart
features a nice mix of scoring from full
ensemble tuttis to short section features.
It's a great-sounding chart for younger
players, no solos are required, and
it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentation.
11172129 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Alligator Boogaloo—Lou Donaldson/
arr. Terry White. You guessed it, Alligator
Boogaloo is a funky rock chart with a
boogaloo groove played around 136 bpm.
It's a simple blues with a great melody
introduced by alto and trumpet. Written
solos are provided for alto, tenor, trumpet,
and trombone, and optional parts are
included for expanded instrumentations
including an optional vibes part. Possibilities
for reduced instrumentations make this
chart even more flexible. A real winner for
young jazz groups - highly recommended!
10756368 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 42.00
Apache—Jerry Lordan/arr. John Berry.
Originally recorded in 1961 by Jorgen
Ingmann, but better known for the 1981
recording by The Sugarhill Gang, this
funky hit remains a favorite. Feature your
drummer or an additional percussionist
(bongos, congas, or timbales) on this
solid chart scored for young jazz bands.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, it's highly recommended!
10297524 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Believe—Paul Clark. A beautiful rock ballad
crafted especially for young jazz ensembles
as part of the Jazz Starters! series.
Designed to achieve a rich, full sound with
flexible instrumentation, this expressive
chart focuses on ensemble playing, with
only a brief optional solo for alto 1. It's an
excellent tool for teaching balance, blend,
and intonation at a slower tempo. Lyrical
and heartfelt, this will help your students
grow musically - and sound great doing it.
11624423 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Birdland—Josef Zawinul/arr. Michael
Sweeney. Here's an excellent, easy version
of Josef Zawinul's great jazz tune! Solid
writing all the way and no solos required.
2230910 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Blue Valentine—Jamie Roth. If you are
looking for a unique change of pace chart
for your next performance, check out "Blue
Valentine." This Jazz Rock ballad is flowing
and melodic but filled with contemporary
harmony. The focus is on the ensemble
throughout.
11615108 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Michael
Sweeney. Herbie Hancock's classic funk
tune is finally available for younger groups!
Mike's arrangement preserves the flavor of
the original in a playable arrangement that
your students are sure to "get into."
2123396 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
The Chicken—Alfred Ellis/arr. Mike Story.
The original version of The Chicken was
released in 2001 and has been a top seller
every year. Now Mike Story has arranged it
for younger jazz groups without losing the
original style and infectious fun! Beginning
with a gospel style chorale introduction, the
band transitions into a funky rock groove
with an easy-to-play and hip bass line. This
outstanding chart for young jazz bands
features a 16-bar suggested alto sax solo
and easy trumpet 1 range to written E top
space. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Don't miss it!
Our highest recommendation!
10303578 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 47.00
10303580 Additional Score. . . . . . 7.00
Jazz-Rock & Funk | Very Easy/Easy
