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Jazz/Rock & Funk very easy / easy
Final CountdownJoey Tempest/arr. John
Berry. Over the years this 1986 hit from the
group Europe has become a popular rock classic.
Trumpets are featured on the signature opening riff
and the saxes carry the main melody in this powerful
chart for beginning jazz bands. A teaching unit with
exercise for melody, rhythm and improvisation
when applicable is included. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this is sure
to become an instant favorite!
10343814 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Forget Youarr. John Berry. A huge hit recorded
by Cee Lo Green and also featured on the TV show
Glee sung by Gwyneth Paltrow, this infectious
tune is written in a style reminiscent of 1960s
Motown. Solidly scored for young ensembles,
it requires no solos, and is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Very highly recommended!
10297534 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
The Funky MonkeyRick Stitzel. With a
medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody,
this Rick Stitzel original will quickly become one
of your young jazz band's favorites. There's plenty
of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to
learn, and the solo section can be used to feature
any saxophone or even the entire sax section.
Suggested solos are included along with chord/
scale sheets for improvising. Written for full jazz
ensemble, it's also playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations.
10376642 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Good Timearr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by
Owl City and Carly Rae Jepson, this very easy
arrangement will be quick to learn and fun to
perform. This lively rock tune will liven up any
performance and this arrangement is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Included is a teaching unit with exercises for melody,
rhythm and improvisation. Highly recommended!
10343817 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
H Hey Taxi!Victor Lopez. As the title suggests,
this chart incorporates the sound of honking taxi
horns! The straight-eighth rock groove is easy for
the rhythm section and there's a solo section that
is written out for one, selected or all wind players. It
even has lyrics... "Hey Tax-i!" A very clever chart that
is fun to play and accessible to all young players.
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277333 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 36.00
Inspector C.Doug Beach & George Shutack.
Here is a great rock original with a spy flavored
melody for young jazz bands! The effective use of
basic rock figures and a catchy melody make this a
great teaching vehicle for young groups. Designed
to facilitate the teaching of improvisation and style,
it features easy solo changes with written solos
provided to enhance teaching and performance
options. The instrumentation format is full jazz
ensemble, but it can be performed with as few as
3 or 4 horns and rhythm section and optional parts
are included for flute, clarinet and horn in F. Fun
and educational!
10312736 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
4 It Is What It IsVictor Lopez. This one has a
funky rock groove with a hip chord progression,
yet it's very easy to play. It Is What It Is has plenty
of unison harmony, no solos, easy ranges, and is
very effective for the young jazz band. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10452066 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
James Bond ThemeMonty Norman/arr. Mike
Story. What a super arrangement for young jazz
groups! This hot jazz-rock tune has always been a
favorite, and you'll be playing it in no time with your
beginners! Works with limited instrumentation, all
solos are written out, and rhythms and ranges are
kept easy. Outstanding!
2403160 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
n Jazz HeroGeorge Vincent. Jazz Hero is an
accessible Latin/rock chart that will do your band
proud. A minor-sounding introduction brings
the band in on the major chord melody, then the
sections trade back and forth. There is an open solo
section with a written solo for any and all winds.
This flexibility allows you to select an individual,
section or the entire band to be featured. The
painless trumpet range to written D fourth line,
along with easy rhythms means this chart will
sound real good, real fast. It's a kick to play, too!
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10092959 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
n Joy to the WorldHoyt Axton/arr. John Berry.
One of the most unforgettable and recognizable
pop hits from the '70s was this solid rock tune
by the group Three Dog Night. John Berry has
arranged this tune in an accessible rock style that
will be tons of fun and a solid learning experience
for young players. Sure to be an audience favorite,
this arrangement features the melody alternating
between the saxes and trumpets as well as a short
written or ad lib solo for alto sax. Playable with as
few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and
drums, it's easy to learn and fun to perform!
10016145 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
H Kool BeanGeorge Vincent. Composer George
Vincent mixes a rock flavor with a little Latin spin
on this easy chart. With a very pretty melody and
no solos, it features solid ensemble writing all the
way through. Other features include accessible
brass ranges with lead trumpet part only to written
E, top space and playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. You'll really like this one!
10277314 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 36.00
n Listen HereEddie Harris/arr. Victor Lopez. This
funky rock chart with a cha-cha flavor features a
very hip and simple melody. Also featured are
easy backgrounds, and a flexible solo section for
one, some, or all winds. With the optional parts,
clear rhythm section notation, a nice bass line,
and only two chords, it's easy to rehearse and
very effective for young jazz bands. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10311417 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 36.00
H Maximum VelocityRuss Michaels. For a funky
rock tune that helps develop that crisp, powerhouse
sound, check out this one! Easy solos are written
out for alto sax and trumpet, and when coupled with
well-marked articulation and written-out rhythm
section parts, your young band can really hammer it!
2466589 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Our First Jazz Concert (Budget Stretching
4-Pack)Bob Lowden, Andy Clark, Les Aldrich &
Ken Harris. Don't miss this budget stretching pack
of charts for young jazz bands that includes Starting
Point by Bob Lowden, Bottom Line (Andy Clark), I'll
Just Pretend (Les Aldrich), and A Rock (Ken Harris).
This outstanding set provides two rock tunes, a
swing tune and a ballad giving your group quality
materials for getting started on a positive note.
Suggested solos are included for A Rock. All charts
are audience pleasers and educationally sound with
the set costing less than half the price if they were
purchased separately. Included are links for free,
full performance Mp3 downloads of the four tunes
from the publisher. A great value in every respect!
10369394 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Rock HeroVictor Lopez. Here's an easy-to-
play rock chart with a haunting melody for young
players. Victor Lopez makes it very accessible
to young players with little or no jazz ensemble
experience. Everything is written out plus the chart
has a solo section with a suggested solo for all
or selected winds. With limited brass ranges it's
also playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10277261 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 36.00
n Rock MelonTim Fisher. This rock chart for
young jazz bands features just the right amount
of funkiness. Featuring bass and drum parts that
even first-year players will find accessible and fun,
Rock Melon is scored for rhythm section, 5 saxes, 3
trumpets and 3 trombones, and can be performed
equally well with just 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1
trombone and rhythm section. The trumpet ranges
are limited to D on the staff. Here's an outstanding
chart for teaching and performance!
10367408 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Spinning Wheelarr. Michael Sweeney.
Everyone will instantly recognize this rock classic
from the supergroup Blood, Sweat And Tears. The
perfect arrangement for teaching rock to young
groups, this is also fun to play!
2182491 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Squeeze on the KneesDean Sorenson. Let
your young jazz band rock on with with this driving
rock chart. At 132 bpm it roars from the very first
bar! With ultimately flexible instrumentation, it's
playable with just four horns and three rhythm
on up to standard jazz band instrumentation and
beyond. Regardless of the selected instrumentation,
it sounds full and complete. Additional options
include solo opportunities for all using only the
notes from the concert Eb mixolydian scale from the
included transposed scale sheet. The solo section
can be repeated as many times as necessary with
backgrounds cued as desired. For soloists wishing
not to improvise, a suggested solo is included in all
parts. Squeeze on the Knees is a a great learning
tool and performance chart! Highly recommended!
10368191 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Twist and Shoutarr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by the Beatles in 1963, and years later prominently
featured in the movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off,"
this catchy rock favorite never grows old. This
arrangement gives every section of the band a
chance to play the melody at some point, and
no solos are required. Easy to learn, this one is
sure to be tons of fun for players, parents and
audiences everywhere! It's also playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations
and highly recommended!
10461406 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
What Makes You Beautifularr. John Berry.
Recorded by the boy-band sensation One Direction,
here is a terrific version for young jazz band of one
of their most recognizable hits. Written in a driving
rock style, this solid arrangement will go together
quickly and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. A teaching unit with
exercises for melody and rhythm is included.
10376192 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
H
What's Cookin'Victor Lopez. Here's what's
cookin'... a Latin/rock chart with a cool melody!
Victor Lopez keeps the groove simmering
throughout this fun chart. Very easy brass ranges,
plenty of optional/alternate parts, and a versatile
written solo section so all, some, or one player
can solo. Your band will sound great and have fun
playing this chart... and learn basic jazz articulation
too! Highly recommended! Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10092952 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 36.00
n Yeah, You RightEddie Harris/arr. Victor Lopez.
It's kinda funky, kinda rock but most importantly,
it's a fun chart tailored to the very young player.
This arrangement is all ensemble with no individual
solos. At around 120 bpm, it's very easy to play and
educational as well. It's also playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Yeah, this
chart is just right!
10355634 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Easy
n 25 or 6 to 4Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story. You
know it, you love it! The opening motive is very
catchy on this authentic sounding chart on the
rock classic made famous by the group Chicago.
Master arranger Mike Story works his magic to
create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz ensemble
chart. Everything you need is written out, including
brief solos for trumpet 1, trombone 1 and optional
guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's easy to rehearse
and play, but still a hard-driving chart. Very nice!
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
ApacheJerry Lordan/arr. John Berry.
Originally recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann,
but better known for the 1981 recording by
The Sugarhill Gang, this funky hit remains a
favorite. Feature your drummer or an additional
percussionist (bongos, congas, or timbales) on
this solid chart scored for young jazz bands.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, it's highly recommended!
10297524 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Jazz/Rock and Funk
Very Easy & Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Moves Like Jagger—arr. Paul Murtha.
10343806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
10343806E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . E 40.00
Cupid Shuffle—arr. Rick Stitzel.
10374186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 35.00
10374186E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . VE 35.00
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy—
Josef Zawinul/arr. Mike Story.
10355608 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 38.00
Call Me Maybe—arr. Paul Murtha.
10374180 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
10374180E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . E 40.00
Final Countdown—
Joey Tempest/arr. John Berry.
10343814 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 35.00
10343814E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . VE 35.00
The Chicken—Alfred Ellis/arr. Mike Story.
10303578 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Good Time—arr. Paul Murtha.
10343817 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 35.00
10343817E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . VE 35.00
Yeah, You Right—
Eddie Harris/arr. Victor Lopez.
10355634 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 36.00
The Funky Monkey—Rick Stitzel.
10376642 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . VE 35.00
10376642E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . VE 35.00
Apache—Jerry Lordan/arr. John Berry.
10297524 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
10297524E Jazz Ensemble ePrint. . . . E 40.00
