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4 Low Riderarr. John Berry. With its unmistakable
bass line, just plain cool rhythmic groove, and
infectious rock style, here's a classic 1970s hit
that young players are sure to enjoy! Arranged
with moderate ranges, easy rhythms, and no solos,
this medium tempo rock chart will go together
quickly, and it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Fun for all, it's highly
recommended for young jazz bands!
10490311 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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 by Andy Clark,
I'll Just Pretend by Les Aldrich, and A Rock by
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
4 Polar VortexVictor Lopez. Polar Vortex by
Victor Lopez is designed to guarantee young jazz
ensemble success! With a haunting melody, it
will capture the imagination with a jazz/rock, even
eighth note style at a tempo of about 126 bpm.
There's a written alto sax solo, the trumpet 1
range is to E top space, and everything you need
is written out to ensure successful rehearsals and
performances. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Check it out!
10513988 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Riders on the Stormarr. Mike Story. Mike
Story's chart on The Doors' rock classic is one
that will please audiences and young players. In
a medium rock style, it features a written piano
solo, easy brass ranges, and easy rhythms. It's
a solid arrangement and true to the original
for the grade level, plus it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10513869 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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
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. Any way you play,
it's highly recommended!
10461406 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
4 Viva La VidaColdplay/arr. John Berry. Recorded
by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has
staying power with its strong rhythmic base and
catchy melodies. This very easy chart will come
together quickly with limited rehearsal time. Perfect
for young jazz bands, it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations and the bass
lines and piano voicings are completely notated.
10523764 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Jazz/Rock & Funk • Very Easy & Easy
Each year Pepper's Editors review hundreds of new releases and choose the cream of the crop to bear the name, Editors' Choice.
You can buy any of these titles with confidence!
Angel—Wes Montgomery/arr. Les Sabina.
Here's a Wes Montgomery bossa/rock tune that grooves along at
around 145 bpm with the melody line played by tenor 1 and trumpet
2. With very playable ensemble sections and hits, this is a great vehicle
for teaching style and ensemble cohesiveness. e solos are written or
ad lib for tenor sax and piano, the lead trumpet range is to written E
top space, and optional parts are included for vibes, flute, clarinet and
more. is one is accessible, solid, and includes nice contrasts. Angel is
one you don't want to miss!
10513855 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Blues Brothers Rockin' Soul Revue—arr. Paul Murtha.
No one brought musical energy and excitement to the stage, TV and
film like the Blues Brothers! Here's a concise and accessible medley
of their biggest hits, including I Can't Turn You Loose, Soul Man and
Gimme Some Lovin.' is one is fun, rocks hard, and is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations!
10522948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Can You Dig It?—George Shutack.
is trendy George Shutack original features a funky rock groove that
students will love to play over and over. Add to that a strong melody
with solid ensemble voicings, and you have a chart that's ideal for
young jazz players. Scored for four horns with rhythm section and
expandable to full big band, with written or improvised solos for all,
and optional parts for expanded instrumentations, this rocker has tons
of energy and drive! You'll dig it!
10499207 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00
First Ride—Dean Sorenson.
Modal jazz has played a big role in the development of the art form,
and this haunting straight-eighth groove chart with a mostly legato
melody is the perfect introduction to this important style. Colorful lines
and harmonies are featured here with the very flexible instrumentation
which works for groups of all shapes and sizes. Anyone can solo with the
provided scale sheets on only one scale, or the suggested solos included in
each part. First Ride will help young jazz players on their journey!
10521244 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 48.00
Goin' Viral!—Larry Neeck.
is tasty little rocker gives the entire ensemble an opportunity to
shine! With a tempo set at 132 pm, the stop-time melodic theme creates
interest and contrasts nicely with the all-out rock grooves. e basic
solo changes or the included suggested solos will help young soloists
sound like pros. Playable with optional reduced instrumentations,
this easy-to-assemble chart will create excitement with players and
audiences alike. Go viral!
10518283 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Grooved Pavement Ahead—Brad Ciechomski.
e funky groove starts right away and never lets up in this accessible
rock chart for young jazz bands. Punchy lines coupled with colorful
harmonies set this piece apart. e solos are for anyone with the scale
sheets for all instruments, or the suggested solos included in all the
parts. A special feature is the drummer trading with the ensemble
near the end. ere are also options for reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Part of the First Place for Jazz Series, this is sure to be
a crowd pleaser!
10521238 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Low Rider—arr. John Berry.
With its unmistakable bass line, just plain cool rhythmic groove, and
infectious rock style, here's a classic 1970s hit that young players are
sure to enjoy! Arranged with moderate ranges, easy rhythms, and no
solos, this medium tempo rock chart will go together quickly, and it's
playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Fun for
all, it's highly recommended for young jazz bands!
10490311 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
Polar Vortex—Victor Lopez.
Polar Vortex by Victor Lopez is designed to guarantee young jazz
ensemble success! With a haunting melody, it will capture the
imagination with a jazz/rock, even eighth note style at a tempo of about
126 bpm. ere's a written alto sax solo, the trumpet 1 range is to E
top space, and everything you need is written out to ensure successful
rehearsals and performances. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Check it out!
10513988 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
Riders on the Storm—arr. Mike Story.
Mike Story's chart on e Doors' rock classic is one that will please
audiences and young players. In a medium rock style, it features a written
piano solo, easy brass ranges, and easy rhythms. It's a solid arrangement
and true to the original for the grade level, plus it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10513869 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 42.00
Uptown Funk!—arr. Michael Sweeney.
From Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, this monster hit is the perfect
throwback to a funky R&B style! is arrangement for younger players
features modest ranges and repetitive yet authentic-sounding rhythms.
is outstanding chart is playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, and the bass lines and piano voicings are written. No
solos are required, just a little attitude! Our highest recommendation!
10522944 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Viva La Vida—Coldplay/arr. John Berry.
Recorded by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has staying
power with its strong rhythmic base and catchy melodies. is very
easy chart will come together quickly with limited rehearsal time.
Perfect for young jazz bands, it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations and the bass lines and piano voicings are
completely notated.
10523764 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 40.00
Yonkers Is Calling—Dean Sorenson.
Hello! Your funk chart is ready for pick-up! A perfect vehicle for
teaching 16th-note rhythms, Yonkers Is Calling has something for
everyone. With a tempo around 100 bpm, it features crisp horn lines
and plenty of space for the rhythm section. e drummer lays down the
rhythm over a unison melody leading to the open solo section. Anyone
can improvise using the scale sheets on only a single scale, or they
can play the written solos included in all the parts. ere is some solo
space for the drummer in the shout chorus, and the instrumentation
is completely flexible - from four horns with rhythm section on up to
augmented jazz band instrumentation. is is a call you need to take!
10521246 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 48.00
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