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Jazz-Rock & Funk | Medium-Advanced & Advanced // Pop Hits | Very Easy
Miss Fancy Pants—Jeff Coffin/arr. Ryan
Middagh. Ignite your next performance
with this high-octane funk chart designed
to showcase your tenor sax soloist. Packed
with infectious grooves, a crisp and catchy
melody, and punchy horn hits, it's a
guaranteed crowd pleaser and an instant
favorite for your students.
11671359 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 60.00
New Life—John Wasson. This medium-
advanced jazz chart unfolds with a slow,
ballad-like opening featuring soprano
saxophone before easing into a relaxed
bossa nova groove. Trumpets later shift
to flugelhorns, softening the color and
deepening the atmosphere. The laid-
back pacing and stylistic contrast create a
smooth feel, making it an effective change
of color within any concert program.
11685292 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 65.00
The Opener (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Craig Malcor. A great funky Opener for your
next concert.
11621963 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 50.00
Placebo Effect—Erik Sherburne. A funk
chart that includes 7/8 measures throughout
– it literally skips a beat!
11621970 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 50.00
Poppin' and Lockin'—Joel Vanderheyden.
An energetic funk chart pays homage to old-
school hip-hop grooves of the 1980s and
'90s. Syncopated rhythms and simulated
record scratches drive the music with
unmistakable style and flair. An open solo
section over a simple minor progression
allows any instrument to shine. A high-
impact piece that gets audiences moving
and makes a bold concert statement.
11687533 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 60.00
Running with Scissors—Gordon
Goodwin. Running with Scissors is a very
hip, funky groove chart played around
168 bpm. It's loaded with classic Gordon
Goodwin flair, plus sample solos are
provided for C instruments, E-flat alto or
bari saxes, B-flat tenor, B-flat trumpet, and
trombone. It begins as a nice, quiet funk
groove, develops, and has great textural
variation between the rhythm section and
horns. The lead trumpet range is to written
high C with an optional D. Included is an
auxiliary percussion part and optional parts
for flute and vibes. More accessible than
many Gordon Goodwin charts, your band
and its audiences will totally enjoy this one.
Highly recommended!
10867429 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 54.00
Sensei Joe-Hen—Paul Baker. A tribute
to jazz master Joe Henderson draws
inspiration from his standard Recordame,
placing tenor sax and trumpet in the
spotlight. Choose it to honor a master of
the craft while strengthening straight-eighth
feel, balance, and confident soloists.
11684567 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Show Your Work—Ryan Fraley. Blending
rock intensity with a fusion edge, this
advanced jazz chart feels fresh, driving,
and just a little dangerous. Built on layered,
looping patterns in 7/4, the groove is
presented in a clear, consistent 4+3
notation that makes the meter easy to
read and quick to internalize. The result
is a modern, concise chart that delivers
experimental energy without becoming
overcomplicated. Despite its edge, the
chart remains fun and playable throughout,
giving the ensemble a chance to dig into
something contemporary and distinctive
while still connecting with audiences.
11687431 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 50.00
T.O.P. Adjacent—Gordon Goodwin. Here's
a hyper funk chart with a groove that just
goes and goes! In a nutshell, this is Tower of
Power meets Gordon Goodwin. Solo space
is provided for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet,
trombone and various rhythm players. If you
have the horses...climb aboard!
10997210 Jazz Ensemble . . . . A 70.00
Tell Me a Bedtime Story—Herbie Hancock/
arr. Alan Baylock. Don't miss this great chart
that's an ideal candidate for festivals and
contests! It's a funky, straight-eighth groove
on a sensational composition comfortably
laying at about 118 bpm. The tempo is laid-
back, the lead trumpet range is up to written
high D, and includes an improvised solo for
tenor sax, plus there are a few easy meter
changes. This is a winner in every respect!
10513942 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 60.00
There's a New Dog in Town—Rick Hirsch.
The musical love child of Led Zeppelin,
Thad Jones, and Gil Evans – this muscular
piece has a wonderful dynamic arc that
makes it great anywhere in a festival
or concert set. Cut your rhythm section
loose and feature your bari and trombone
soloists. Rhythm section parts are notated
as needed, and several alternate parts are
included in the set.
11622316 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 62.00
Too Close for Comfort—Jerry Bock/arr.
Gordon Goodwin. A Gordon Goodwin vocal
chart! In addition to the vocal part, there are
optional solo feature parts for alto sax,
tenor sax, trumpet or trombone for added
flexibility. Gordon has conceived this with
the solo intertwined into the fabric of the
chart. The vocal keys are F, G, and A-flat
with modulations, and the vocal range is
low E below middle C to E-flat fourth space.
As recorded on The Phat Pack CD. An
outstanding feature for your singer or any
horn player!
10028186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . A 70.00
Tutu—Marcus Miller/arr. Michael Philip
Mossman. In 1987 Miles Davis took
home the Grammy award for best jazz
instrumental soloist for his performance of
this composition by Marcus Miller. From the
album of the same name, Tutu is creatively
arranged here for full big band in a sultry
hip-hop fusion style similar to the original.
Featuring distinctive modal style harmonies,
and a few twists and turns, and solos for
trumpet (naturally) and alto sax, this is sure
to be a standout selection for any ensemble!
10461358 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Tweet Fatigue—Gordon Goodwin. Gordon
Goodwin wrote this superb chart for a good
high school jazz ensemble to be played
around 126 bpm with a straight-eighth
feel and a rock groove. The saxes start
things off a cappella then things heat up
in a quirky, but clever Goodwin way. Solo
space is provided for a variety of players
with separate sample solos provided for
C, B-flat, E-flat, and trombone soloists. An
auxiliary percussion part plus all the usual
optional parts plus vibes are included for
augmented instrumentations. Here's your
festival chart that's highly recommended!
10756402 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 52.00
Twists & Turns (V.2)—Patty Darling.
A driving half-time funk groove defines
this jazz ensemble chart delivering high
energy without pushing brass ranges
beyond comfort. The rhythm section locks
in early, supporting a bold ensemble sound
throughout. Solo features for piano and/
or trumpet provide flexibility while keeping
focus on groove. A playable yet exciting
selection when advanced groups want a
modern funk feel with strong momentum
and clear stylistic identity.
11686056 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 55.00
Us—Thad Jones. This funky rock classic
is from the Thad Jones library, and it's
Thad at his best...full of great energy and
flawless orchestration!
546846 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 60.00
Whiplash—Hank Levy/arr. Erik Morales.
Featured in the 2014 movie "Whiplash,"
depicting the relationship between an
ambitious student musician and an
abusive, yet respected instructor, this chart
is a super-exciting work in 7/4 composed by
Hank Levy and arranged by Erik Morales.
Don't be intimidated by the meter... it's
challenging, but after a few minutes it feels
quite natural and the students will totally
groove on it. The melody is stated by 2nd
trumpet and 1st alto with solo space for
both on easy chord changes. Articulation is
critical and the rhythm section may want to
spend some quality time together. The lead
trumpet range is to written D above the staff.
This is a unique but very desirable chart
to have in your library. You won't regret
playing Whiplash!
10068794 Jazz Ensemble . . .MA 62.00
Pop Hits Very Easy
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Paul Murtha.
This signature hit by Chicago has gone
on to become a rock classic. This easy
arrangement is playable with very limited
rehearsal time, but still has an authentic
and hard-driving feel. Included are optional
solos or solis for any sax and any brass
instrument. Suggested solos and scale/
chord sheets in all keys are included.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, it also includes a CD.
Highly recommended!
10188529 Jazz Ensemble . . . VE 45.00
Ain't No Mountain High Enough—arr.
John Berry. Recorded by such greats as
Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and Michael
McDonald, this rockin' Motown classic will
sound great with your beginning players.
Easy to learn and fun to play, it's arranged
for full jazz ensemble but can be played
with as few as three saxes, two trumpets,
trombone, and rhythm section, and also
includes optional parts for flute, two
clarinets, French horn, and tuba.
10061496 Jazz Ensemble . . . VE 45.00
BEST
SELLERS
Pop Hits
Very Easy
Best-Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of popularity, are chosen
most often by directors like you.
Celebration—arr. Victor Lopez.
11511947 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Bare Necessities (from
"The Jungle Book")—arr. Paul Murtha.
10617926 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Autumn Leaves—
Joseph Kosma/arr. John Berry.
2470820 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
You've Got a Friend in Me
(from "Toy Story 2")—
Randy Newman/arr. Rick Stitzel.
10283174 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Hooked on a Feeling—
Mark James/arr. Rick Stitzel.
11172141 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Billie Jean—
Michael Jackson/arr. John Berry.
10667352 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Moondance—
Van Morrison/arr. Mike Story.
11355018 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
Thriller—
Rod Temperton/arr. Mike Story.
11570894 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
What a Wonderful World—
Douglas & Weiss/arr. Rick Stitzel.
2470819 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Enter Sandman—arr. Paul Murtha.
10297532 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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