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Jazz-Rock & Funk | Medium-Easy
Kinda Horace—Dave Hanson. Latin rock
energy shapes this jazz chart, drawing
inspiration from Horace Silver and Steely
Dan. Repetitive melodic material reinforces
ensemble unity, while bluesy unison figures
and cross-section interplay sharpen listening
skills. A key change at the closing section
adds an exciting push into the final melodic
statement. A strong high school selection for
developing ensemble awareness within a
contemporary Latin rock context.
11678949 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Little Sunflower—Freddie Hubbard/arr.
Mike Kamuf. This wonderful jazz standard
is masterfully arranged and features a
haunting melody with an alternating bossa
and light funk groove. Solos are written for
piano, trumpet, and tenor sax with modest
brass ranges and a sweet shout chorus. It's
been play-tested with great success and
is an excellent chart all around! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10093122 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
Mr. Blue Sky—Jeff Lynne/arr. Roger
Holmes. Originally released by the Electric
Light Orchestra in 1978, this rock hit
has been thrust back into the limelight
thanks to its inclusion on numerous
movie soundtracks, notably the opening
sequence of "Guardians of the Galaxy
Vol. 2." A great-sounding chart playable by
developing ensembles!
11172122 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Misteriosa—Michele Fernandez. If you're
looking for a change of pace, here's a
silky smooth mambo in a modest tempo
that creates a mysterious and captivating
mood. The sassy lines in the saxes are
complemented by punches from the brass,
and the chart features an open solo section
based on a single chord. With carefully
notated rhythm section parts, you're sure to
find this one unique and hypnotic.
11518968 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Plug 'n Play—Jeff Jarvis. An outstanding
funk-rock composition with intensity and
groove for advanced groups. You will
recognize Jeff's distinctive harmonic
language from the opening piano riff. This
is a fun one!
11615244 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Rio de Janeiro Blue—Richard Torrance &
John Haeny/arr. Rick Stitzel. Inspired by the
recording by jazz singer Randy Crawford,
this version of the marvelous tune features
a smooth rock style and a sultry, singable
melody. Scored for vocal soloist, this classy
chart also features a brief solo for alto sax.
11518971 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Road Song—Wes Montgomery/arr. Mark
Taylor. Composed by jazz legend Wes
Montgomery, here is a moderate Latin/
rock treatment of this popular standard
that features a tuneful melody over great
changes. A call-and-response style is used
throughout, first with smaller group scoring
and later the entire ensemble. Suggested
or improvised solos are included for trumpet
and tenor sax.
10960660 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 45.00
Rock the Kanon—Johann Pachelbel/arr.
Rich Woolworth. Working on a number
of levels, this adaptation of the popular
Pachelbel's Cannon is suitable for both
pop and traditional programs. Following
the familiar opening, the chart goes into a
straight-ahead rock feel, with an improvised
solo for the tenor sax. A short drum break
leads into a statement of the melody by the
horn sections, then it's back to the rock feel
and the original melody, scored for the full
band. A short acapella trumpet soli breaks
up the action, then the saxes get the final
statement of the melody. A great choice for
high schools looking for a unique addition to
their next program.
11686036 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
'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 . . .ME 48.00
Scam Jam—Doug Beach & George
Shutack. Built around a fast half-time
funk groove, the music balances driving
bass lines and ensemble unison with
melodic figures traded across the band.
Approachable demands make it suitable for
high school jazz bands while still delivering a
memorable punch. Written alto saxophone
and trumpet solos add featured moments,
and a unison shout chorus alternating with
drum fills sharpens ensemble time and
coordination. A strong choice for teaching
groove clarity and confident funk style in a
concert or festival setting.
11678953 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Shake a Tail Feather—arr. John Wasson.
This 1963 funky classic has been covered
by countless artists but is probably
best remembered from Ray Charles'
performance in the 1980 film "The Blues
Brothers." This chart is arranged here for
developing jazz bands with plenty of drive
and energy. Your alto and tenor saxes get
to show off with easy solos.
10960666 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 45.00
Shake It 'Til You Make It—Steve Parsons.
This high school jazz chart immediately
establishes the disco-funk groove through
a piano-led opening and active rhythm
section. Winds support with handclaps
before they begin playing. Syncopated
dotted eighth-sixteenth figures provide
a clear focus on rhythmic precision, and
written tenor saxophone and trumpet solos
offer structured opportunities for short
features. A strong teaching piece for high
school groups exploring funk articulation,
rhythms, and groove.
11678888 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Snarkitude—Eric Richards. Rooted in
New Orleans second line tradition, this
high school jazz chart blends funky swing
with modern brass-band attitude. Unison
trumpet and alto lines with scoops trade
off with lower voices, leading to a bari sax/
bass trombone soli and a simple open
solo section. A strong focus on wah-wah
effects using plunger mutes sharpens the
style and technique for your brass section.
An effective high-energy closer when
teaching second line feel, articulation, and
coordinated plunger-mute effects.
11678956 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
Sunflower Paradise—Francois-Olivier
Fortin. Energize your students and audience
alike with this cheerful Grade 2.5 gospel
rock chart! The tune includes an easy solo
section using just two chords, so beginning
improvisers can work with a simple blues
scale. With an uplifting modulation at the
end, featured drum moments, and optional
parts for flute and auxiliary percussion, this
is a strong selection to add some energy to
any concert performance.
11639778 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Sweet Emma—Nat Adderley/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Beginning with a brief chorale, the
gospel-inspired groove kicks in at 104 bpm.
Alto sax and trumpet state the melody,
with suggested written solos for both. The
first trumpet range is to written F-sharp top
line. There's a sweet shout chorus at the
modulation with some drum fills intertwined.
It's a funky chart that will please the band
and the audience for sure.
11511954 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
There's the Rub—Gordon Goodwin/
arr. Peter Blair. It's funky, it's accessible,
it's a Gordon Goodwin tune arranged for
the developing jazz ensemble! It's half-
time funk with the tempo at about 188
bpm with written-out solos available for
any saxophone. The lead trumpet range
is to written G on top of the staff and
optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations, and it's a no-fail crowd-
pleaser! Our highest recommendation!
10513879 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 48.00
Think—Franklin & White/arr. Paul Murtha.
In the movie "The Blues Brothers," Aretha
Franklin stole the show with her classic
performance of this soulful rocker. It
begins with trombones and then features
the entire ensemble in this hot chart for
developing jazz bands. There's a flexible
solo section, however, written sample
solos are provided for alto sax, trumpet and
trombone. This exciting crowd pleaser is
highly recommended!
10963308 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Turn It Up—Steve Parsons. This chart is
just plain fun! It has a funky groove with a
bit of pop flair. Lots of great horn licks and
driving rhythm section parts add to the
excitement. Don't be afraid to "turn it up!"
11615113 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Unleash the Chicken—Kris Berg. Oh yeah,
a funky New Orleans groove garnished with
chicken flavor! The lead trumpet range is to
written G on top of the staff and includes
suggested written solos for tenor sax and
trombone. It's a very accessible writing that
will please.
11511957 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
Watermelon Man—Herbie Hancock/arr.
Mike Kamuf. Oh yeah! This is a crowd
pleaser and a band pleaser... a win-win!
Fun, funky, hip, groovy— call it what you
want, this chart is excellent in every way...
and if you have a decent bari player, he
or she will really love this one. There are
written solos for alto and tenor sax, a stop-
time without rhythm section for the saxes, a
fantastic interlude section, a monster shout
chorus, and some short drum fills... what's
not to like!? Very highly recommended!
Optional expanded instrumentation.
10071893 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 52.00
Yeah Man, Totally—Daryl McKenzie.
Built around a steady rock groove, this
chart is designed for young jazz bands
and keeps the rhythm section at the heart
of the action. Syncopated low brass and
sax riffs set the mood before catchy unison
melodies and sectional call-and-response
patterns emerge. Features rotate through
trombones, trumpets, and saxes, leading
to a high-energy shout chorus and drum
break. Flexible scoring and open solo
options make it adaptable, fun, and full of
upbeat energy from start to finish.
11686078 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 55.00
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