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Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Michael
Sweeney. This classic funk tune is now available
for younger groups. The playable arrangement
preserves the flavor of the original – your students
are sure to get into it!
2123396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . E 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 it's 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 a hip, easy-to-play bass
line. This outstanding chart 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 . . . . . . . . . . E 47.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
Curaçao Blue—Zachary Smith. Build up your
rhythm section with this getaway to Curaçao!
Built on an easy Latin groove and moderate
tempo, this chart will transport everyone to the
islands without leaving the band room. Featuring
a written tenor solo, this piece has clear notation
for your rhythm section and reserved ranges for
the winds while still bringing a fun groove.
11400504 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
Dr. Funk—Randall Snyder. Inspired by the music
of Herbie Hancock, this funk chart's intricate
rhythms and harmonies make it an enjoyable and
entertaining tune for your band and audiences!
11614394 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . A 60.00
Jazz Ensemble Jazz-Rock & Funk | All Levels
NEW LATIN
CHARTS!
A'Cutrimente—Steve Kessler. Here's a suave, beautiful, and very playable bossa nova
designed to feature your alto sax soloist and second trumpet. A memorable melody is supported
by sophisticated yet accessible harmonic motives throughout while still being geared to the
capabilities of developing jazz ensembles. It contains great material and is fun to play. There are
written solos in the solo sections. Trumpet to high A and trombone to high F. Easy-medium.
11629903 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00
Blue Skies—Irving Berlin/arr. Chris Sharp. A fresh treatment of Irving Berlin's classic in a
salsa style alternating with swing passages. Written-out solos with changes are provided for
trumpet 2 and alto sax 1.
11622171 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Celebracion del sol—Rod Blumenau. What better way to welcome the sunshine of spring
than with an upbeat calypso-style tune? The chart follows the basic AABA rhythm changes with
catchy syncopated licks, musical conversations among sections of the band, and two shout
choruses. It concludes with a massive crescendo in the last three bars, peaking at the final note
– time to celebrate! As with all First Place for Jazz charts, all players have the opportunity to
improvise a solo using only notes of the familiar concert F major scale or play the suggested solo
provided in all student parts.
11611617 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Chili Pepper Puree—Doug Beach. A driving Latin feel is the foundation of this chart. With a
strong melody, solid voicings, and an open solo section, this piece will not only be a great concert
or festival choice but also a wonderful vehicle for teaching young players this important style.
11615262 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
Danger Island!—Rich Woolworth. Get ready for fun with this unusual chart. Just like
your favorite adventure movie, it's brimming with action and excitement! Drums and auxiliary
percussion set the mood as the saxophones take the melody. After a bold statement from the
ensemble, there's an extended tenor solo, which leads into a call-and-response between the
drums and the horns. The trumpets take the melody into a big finish, with a large, terrifying chord
from the entire band.
11624019 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Danza del gato verde—Mike Collins-Dowden. This original laid-back Latin tune will make
other cats green with envy. Young bands will love the groove on this chart almost as much as its
playability. The solo section features space for any instrument to play a written suggested solo or
improvise over the spicy Latin groove.
11624020 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
Hot Salsa Cafe—Doug Beach & George Shutack. This driving salsa chart is sure to be a hit
not only with the band, but with the audience as well. The infectious groove, the solid ensemble
writing, and the catchy melody all combine to create a perfect chart for your next program – and
the Jazz Foundations scoring guarantees that the chart will work with virtually any instrumentation.
11615260 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
I Dream of Dizzy—Mike Collins-Dowden. This medium-tempo Latin tune pays homage
to the great Dizzy Gillespie. With its tropical Latin vibe at the top, it weaves into a swing feel
and seamlessly moves in and out of the Latin groove. The solo section features space for any
instrument to play suggested written solos or improvise over the Latin groove. Next, a drum solo
takes the band into a nice breakdown before a rousing finale returning to the main theme.
11624023 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
Land of Make Believe—arr. Mark Taylor. The brilliance of Chuck Mangione's iconic sound is
captured in this vibrant arrangement enriched with expressive rubato sections, infectious samba
grooves, and a lively sense of swing.
11640151 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Rumba en Fuego—Michele Fernández. A fiery Afro-Cuban rumba with woodwind features
and a driving rhythm section, carefully notated for an authentic performance that keeps the
audience moving.
11640146 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 65.00
Tico's South Side Rumba—Michele Fernández. This authentic rumba is on fire. A groove
that will have the audience dancing in the aisles and a melody they won't be able to get out of
their head. The flute over the sax soli adds the perfect spice. Very meticulous percussion scoring
ensures an authentic interpretation that will give your students a wonderful education in Latin
styles and playing techniques. Open solos. Lead trumpet plays optional high B, and lead bone
plays optional high G. A must-have!
11617956 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
