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Uptown Funk!—arr. Michael Sweeney. From
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, this monster
hit is the perfect throwback to a funky R&B
style! This arrangement for younger players
features modest ranges and repetitive
yet authentic-sounding rhythms. This
outstanding chart is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, and
the bass lines and piano voicings are written.
No solos are required, just a little attitude! Our
highest recommendation!
10522944 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Wayfaring Stranger—arr. Tim Waters.
Young ensembles will love this cool
medium-tempo bossa nova rock version
of the classic gospel tune. Featuring an
easy groove in the rhythm section and
limited ranges and rhythms, this chart still
manages to excite and rock hard! The solo
section features space for written or ad-lib
solos for alto sax, tenor sax, or trumpet.
11572331 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 55.00
We Are Family—arr. Paul Murtha. In the
height of the disco era, this tune recorded
by Sister Sledge caught fire on the R&B pop
charts in 1979. Here is a great-sounding
and funky version for younger players.
There are no solos, all horn sections get
their chance with the melody, and there's
a unique and effective rhythm-section-only
interlude. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Written-out
bass lines and piano voicings are included.
Every audience will know this familiar tune!
10681401 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Jazz-Rock & Funk
Medium-Easy
'Round Midnight—Bernie Hanighen,
Cootie Williams & Thelonious Monk/arr.
Rick Hirsch. Here is a superb chart on a
wonderful jazz standard. Typically a ballad,
this treatment is a straight-eighth feel with
smooth cascading lines. Written-out solos
are provided for trumpet and alto. Includeds
a few sax solos and beautiful harmonies.
The lead trumpet range is to written G on
top of the staff. Optional parts include flute,
clarinet, vibes, and more. A unique, fresh
take! Recommended!
11355028 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 48.00
Act Your Age—Gordon Goodwin/arr. Peter
Blair. Arranger Peter Blair has taken the hot
Gordon Goodwin chart Act Your Age and
revised it for developing players. "Slick
and funky" describes this very accessible
arrangement. There are written solos for 1st
alto (cued for 2nd alto) and a 1st trumpet
solo cued in all four trumpet parts. The lead
trumpet has a written A above the staff,
but technically this chart is not difficult and
will come together quickly to earn a spot
in your program. The band will love it, too!
Highly recommended! Optional expanded
instrumentation.
10093092 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 48.00
Aftershock!—Larry Barton. This funky rock
chart sure is easy enough...but we won't
tell anyone! It's bold and contemporary
with a big sound and huge impact, along
with reasonable ranges and technical
demands. An open solo section with written
suggested solos and very easy changes will
really build confidence in improvising. And,
the most amazing thing is that such a
playable chart sounds so darn hot!
2347961 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Ahead of the Curve—Steve Briody. Fast-
paced and hard-swinging, this exciting
opener will set the tone for any concert or
festival performance. This original features
a catchy melody, strong ensemble writing,
and engaging interplay between sections.
Despite its tempo and moments of
harmonic variety, the chart remains highly
accessible to developing bands. The solo
section offers a slight departure from the
main changes and includes clear suggested
solos to support young improvisers. Bold,
vibrant, and uplifting, it's an impressive
addition to any jazz program!
11624413 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 55.00
Backatown—Troy Andrews/arr. John
Wasson. From Trombone Shorty's
acclaimed CD Backatown, here is the hot
title cut arranged for big band in a funky
medium tempo. Combining the elements of
New Orleans second line and contemporary
rock styles, this unique chart features
a blend of catchy riffs, solid ensemble
passages, and stop-time breaks. There
are short written or ad lib solos for trumpet
and tenor. This chart exudes a spirited and
unmistakable New Orleans swagger!
10490289 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Backrow Politics—Gordon Goodwin/arr.
Peter Blair. Peter Blair has adapted this chart
for young players from Gordon Goodwin's
Big Phat Band chart and it sizzles, yet is
accessible! A trumpet section feature with
a straight-eighth groove, there are available
written trumpet solos for all four parts and
the 1st trumpet range is to written G on top
of the staff. Optional parts are included for
expanded instrumentation. An exciting chart
for sure! Highly recommended!
10355570 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 48.00
Bari, Bari Good!—Andy Clark. Here's a
super chart to feature the sax player who
hardly ever gets the "good" parts! Your bari
sax player will love getting some air time in
this gospel-rock chart! It includes an open
solo section for the bari sax, or any other
soloist of your choice. It's a very appealing
tune with a big solid sound.
2468254 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
5975274 CD-Barnhouse Jazz
Ensemble 2001 Med . . 9.95
5975832 CD-Barnhouse Jazz
Ensemble 2001-Ez . . . 9.95
Bowen's Rock—Chris Clark. Featuring
unison lines and 12-bar changes centered
on the blues scale, your band will rock and
roll with this fun, fresh tune!
11614389 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 60.00
Buckjump—Andrews & Ballard/arr. John
Wasson. Recorded by Trombone Shorty on
his 2011 album For True and featuring the
Rebirth Brass Band and 5th Ward Weebie,
this hot tune has a funky New Orleans style
groove with a moderate tempo and catchy
riffs. The trombones get the spotlight to start
with, followed by tight ensemble playing
and later space for an improvised or written
trombone solo. This chart is cool, confident
and colorful! Highly recommended!
10556780 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Victor
Lopez. Herbie Hancock for the developing
band? Yes! From Hancock's famous
Headhunter recording, here is a great
opportunity to play the biggest jazz-rock
hit of all time. The melody is first played by
alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone, then the
trumpet section. Next up is a flexible, open
solo section with a solo line written for all
the winds so anybody or everyone can solo!
The top note for lead trumpet is written G on
top of the staff. Super-cool chart! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10071885 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
Connections—Patty Darling. This piece
is based on a terrific hip-hop/swing groove
that you won't be able to get out of your
head. It's a guarantee that your band will
love it! Solos are indicated for trumpet,
guitar, or piano. The moderate ranges will
make this a very accessible chart for most
bands. This one will be a crowd pleaser!
11202791 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Fowl Play—Kris Berg. This is one funky
fowl! Kris Berg pens an incredibly cool
Tower of Power style funk chart that sets
your band up to blow the roof off the concert
hall! Here, he's cooked up another smokin'
chart to pay homage to the, shall we say,
more bird-brained amongst us? This one is
easier than Chicken and more challenging
than Tastes Like Chicken, and is one hot
chart. Mmmm, mmm, good!
2474236 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
Free Ride—arr. John Wasson. Recorded
by the Edgar Winter Group in 1973,
this driving rock tune has a powerful
contemporary edge that remains popular
today. This terrific chart is propelled by a
driving pulse and the signature melodies
and riffs from the original. The dynamic
level is almost full bore until the suggested
or improvised solo for trumpet. After the
solo the dynamics drop down and the whole
thing begins to build again! Everyone gets
the melody at some point, chord/scale solo
sheets in all keys, fully notated bass lines
and piano voicings are included. Highly
recommended!
10667342 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Gears—Les Sabina. Gears combines old
school funk and modal rock, along with a
bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section
is written out, and solo sheets in all keys
with scales to assist young players with
improvisation are included. It's melodic for
the style and includes a rhythm section
interlude that provides a nice contrast
to the solidly scored ensemble sections.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, this is an ideal choice for
instruction and performance!
10857531 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Gimme Some Lovin'—arr. Roger
Holmes. Recorded in 1966 by the Spencer
Davis Group, this classic rock hit is a true
icon of the era and still popular today.
This powerful arrangement features the
signature bass riff and familiar style and
melodies from the original.
10908994 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Groove Merchant—Jerome Richardson/
arr. Rich Sigler. Made famous by the Thad
Jones/Mel Lewis band, this accessible
version has a gospel rock groove that fits
perfectly. Played at about 132 bpm with
straight eighths, this chart is packed with
goodies like written-out solos for trombone
and trumpet, a lead trumpet range to
written G on top of the staff, a few clever
modulations, and a great development
section. Toss in the optional parts to
include vibes and you have a fine chart.
Groove Merchant is very effective at any
performance and is highly recommended!
10593765 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 52.00
BEST
SELLERS
Jazz-Rock & Funk
Medium-Easy
Best Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are
chosen most often by directors like you.
Chameleon—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Victor Lopez.
10071885 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 52.00
Watermelon Man—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Mike Kamuf.
10071893 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 52.00
Little Sunflower—
Freddie Hubbard/arr. Mike Kamuf.
10093122 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 52.00
Groove Merchant—Jerome
Richardson/arr. Rich Sigler.
10593765 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 52.00
Mr. Blue Sky—
Jeff Lynne/arr. Roger Holmes.
11172122 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 50.00
Buckjump—
Andrews & Ballard/arr. John Wasson.
10556780 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 50.00
Megalovania
(from the video game "Undertale")—
Toby Fox/arr. Paul Murtha.
11105142 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 50.00
The Jazz Police—
Gordon Goodwin/arr. Mike Lewis.
10011885 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 42.00
Unleash the Chicken—Kris Berg.
11511957 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 52.00
Act Your Age—
Gordon Goodwin/arr. Peter Blair.
10093092 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . 48.00
Jazz-Rock & Funk | Easy/Medium-Easy
