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Jazz-Rock & Funk | Medium / Medium-Advanced & Advanced
You're Not Wrong—Kris Berg. Opening
with a slow, dramatic conducted
introduction, this challenging jazz ensemble
chart shifts into a half-time rock groove
marked by prominent wah-wah guitar
effects. Dense scoring layers syncopated
bass figures with technical saxophone lines,
demanding careful coordination. A key
change near the end leads to an exciting
unison shout and a distorted guitar solo.
Well suited to advanced high school groups
seeking a dramatic contemporary concert
or contest feature.
11678967 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 60.00
Jazz-Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Absoludicrous—Gordon Goodwin. More
accessible than most Gordon Goodwin
charts, this one is a killer funk tune that
is unbelievably exciting! Your jazz band
players and audiences will dig the poppin'
rhythmic figures, the funky style, outstanding
ensemble passages and the high energy. It
lays well at around 120 bpm and has written
or improvised solos for alto/bari, tenor,
trumpet, and trombone. Electric piano will
sound great on the funky piano introduction,
the lead trumpet range is up to written
high C, and optional auxiliary percussion,
flute and vibes parts are included. Highly
recommended! It's Absoludicrous!
10513903 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 52.00
Backrow Politics—Gordon Goodwin. As
performed by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat
Band, here's a showcase for the trumpet
section! The groove is straight eighths with
a funky feel and there's solo space for all
trumpets, but the solos can be tailored as
desired. The lead trumpet range is to a
written high G with an optional A. This is
a dynamic and fun chart and will be a real
kick for the band (especially the trumpets)
and audience.
10028193 Jazz Ensemble . . . . A 70.00
Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan
Baylock. What a combination! Composed
by Grammy winner and jazz legend Herbie
Hancock and arranged by Alan Baylock,
this jazz classic is both funky and hip.
There's open solo space for all and the lead
trumpet goes up to written D plus a few hot
drum fills. This is another great Baylock
chart. Got to have this one!
10049738 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 60.00
Change Is Good—Gordon Goodwin. A
Latin straight-eighth groove at a moderate
tempo guides this refreshing chart. Mellow
writing lets this piece progress naturally
and showcase a lyrical moment for your
ensemble. Suggested written solos
provide flexibility for C, B-flat, E-flat, and
bass clef instruments.
11400496 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 52.00
Cold Duck Time—Eddie Harris/arr. Alan
Baylock. Alan Baylock's chart on this Eddie
Harris jazz classic is exciting from the very
first note. This updated and contemporary
version features a straight-eighth boogaloo
groove at about 120 bpm. There's a written
or ad lib tenor sax solo provided, the lead
trumpet range is to written C above the staff.
Players, audiences and judges will dig this
outstanding chart!
10513936 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 62.00
Come On, Come Over—Jaco Pastorius
& Bob Herzog/arr. Mark Taylor. This funk
classic from Jaco Pastorius naturally
features a prominent role for the bass
player. Skillfully arranged for full jazz
ensemble, the back-and-forth riffs are
traded between smaller groups within the
band. Also featured is a solo for alto sax
along with plenty of hard-hitting figures for
the brass. A suggested solo, chord/scale
sheets in all keys, written-out bass lines
and piano voicings are all included.
10522910 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Dream Big—Rick Hirsch. Grand yet
concise, this unique rock chart for advanced
jazz band builds a clear narrative arc
through lyrical melodies, shifting moods,
and an uncommon 3/2 meter. The music
moves confidently toward a triumphant,
celebratory close while keeping the groove
front and center. Rhythm section parts are
fully notated, and inclusive alternate parts
for flute, French horn, and more broaden
accessibility. A strong fit for concert or
festival programs that want momentum,
flexibility, and style.
11685067 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 62.00
Elijah's Whirlwind—Philip Loewen.
Rock-shuffle energy fuels this advanced
jazz ensemble chart packed with fast
triplet runs and rapid shifts in texture and
color. Constant musical changes and
varied timbres demand precision and
flexibility across the band, and numerous
solo features provide space for strong
improvisers. Technical intensity keeps
focus sharp throughout. A smart selection
when an advanced group is ready for a
demanding, high-octane chart that tests
agility and ensemble coordination.
11680420 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 80.00
Funk Tank—Lars Halle. In the spirit of Frank
Mantooth and Ashley Alexander, this funk
chart provides each section of the band
with exciting and distinctive roles that come
together and meld into a funky, backbeat
groove with a nod to the jazz/rock fusion
era. The feel is half-time, funk/hip-hop with
swing eighth notes, it has a great melody that
cooks within every section, and includes nice
contrast with a trumpet soli before returning
to the melody. Written for advancing groups,
it includes a written or improvised alto
saxophone solo, an optional vibes part, and a
guitar chord chart. Pure fun and excitement!
10568022 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Gnossienne No. 1—Erik Satie/arr. Randall
Snyder. '70s funk grooves collide with
classical music in this advanced jazz setting
of Erik Satie's experimental piano work.
Frequent meter changes between 4/4,
2/4, and 3/4 support complex rhythmic and
harmonic writing, placing heavy demands
on the rhythm section. Solos space is
available for guitar and alto sax in this high-
level fusion challenge.
11678111 Jazz Ensemble . . . . A 70.00
Groove Merchant—Jerome Richardson/
arr. Thad Jones. Appearing in Teaching
Music through Performance in Jazz and
recorded by the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis
Orchestra on their Central Park North
album, this great collaboration between
Jerome Richardson and Thad Jones has
become an established standard for better
bands. It's a mighty swinger with an edgy
melody line, contemporary voicings, and
lots of section work that's guaranteed to
bring audiences to their feet. Changes
for the open solo section are provided for
soprano or alto saxes, trumpet, trombone,
piano, and guitar. The rhythm section parts
are partially notated with chords cued.
2087823 Jazz Ensemble . . . . A 60.00
Hunting Wabbits—Gordon Goodwin.
Gordon Goodwin's tongue-in-cheek
tribute to cartoons is stellar! The mixing of
"legitimate" and swing styles makes this chart
a showstopper. Soprano sax leads the saxes
throughout, and some feisty unaccompanied
sections will keep everyone on the edge of
their seats. There's solo space for soprano,
tenor, trumpet and trombone, along with
percussion parts and an optional synthesizer
part for the piano player.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 70.00
10012414 Dual Disc CD & DVD . . 19.95
The Jazz Police—Gordon Goodwin. This
ferocious chart is totally hot rock-swing-jazz
for the experienced big band, featuring solo
space for tenor, trumpet and trombone or
guitar. The lead trumpet and baritone sax
will push this chart over the top!
2477652 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 72.00
Last Exit—Joe Snyder. A grooving funk
chart with biting rhythms, bold harmonies,
and fresh orchestration. Features solo
changes for alto sax, tenor sax, and
trombone, and a bass feature – an exciting
addition to any jazz library.
11640148 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Let 'Er Rip—Erik Sherburne. Driving funk-
rock energy powers this Grade 4 jazz chart
with a locked-in rhythm section groove
beneath spirited wind melodies with a subtle
gospel flavor. Tight accents and layered
rhythms demand precision and a unified
feel across the band. The writing rewards
disciplined rhythmic accuracy while staying
exciting to perform. A strong high school
choice for sharpening style and delivering
a confident, high-impact groove audiences
will respond to immediately.
11686533 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 50.00
Like a Boss—John Wasson. Energetic
funk drive propels this chart built on dense
sixteenth-note rhythms and relentless
groove. Flashy trombone section writing
with special emphasis on bass trombone
is paired with a prominent improvised alto
saxophone solo. The rhythmic complexity
demands precision and ensemble focus
throughout. A high-impact concert selection
to challenge advanced groups while
delivering intensity and style.
11685293 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 65.00
BEST
SELLERS
Jazz-Rock & Funk
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
Best-Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of popularity, are chosen
most often by directors like you.
Whiplash—Hank Levy/arr. Erik Morales.
10068794 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Tank!—Yoko Kanno/arr. John Wasson.
11401129 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
The Jazz Police—Gordon Goodwin.
2477652 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 72.00
Cold Duck Time—
Eddie Harris/arr. Alan Baylock.
10513936 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Hunting Wabbits—Gordon Goodwin.
2701978 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Tweet Fatigue—Gordon Goodwin.
10756402 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Running with Scissors—
Gordon Goodwin.
10867429 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 54.00
Tell Me a Bedtime Story—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
10513942 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
There's a New Dog in Town—
Rick Hirsch.
11622316 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Chameleon—
Herbie Hancock/arr. Alan Baylock.
10049738 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
