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Jazz/Rock & Funk medium-easy
n A Few Good MenGordon Goodwin/arr. Ralph
Ford. Adapted for younger jazz bands from Gordon
Goodwin's original Big Phat Band chart, A Few
Good Men is a rock march that begins with a drum
cadence, then transitions into a funky-rock groove
at about 114 bpm. Included are written solos for
tenor sax and trumpet 2, a lead trumpet range to
written A above the staff and clear rhythm section
parts with optional vibes. It's also playable with
optional expanded instrumentation. It's hot, and
highly recommended!
10355564 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n For Your Ears OnlyLarry Neeck. This tasty,
minor-mode Latin/rock chart provides a solid groove
for jazz ensembles. The optional solo section is over
easy and repeated chord changes that provide a
solid foundation for young improvisers. Suggested
solos are also provided for non-improvisers.
A tasty, in-time drum break leads to hip unison licks
for the entire band followed by a big build to an
exciting finish. For Your Ears Only is an accessible
introduction to the Latin/rock style, and will make
a spicy addition to concert or contest programs!
Playable with optional reduced instrumentation.
Good chart, great feel!
10369387 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Forget Youarr. Paul Murtha. With a sound
similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat
tune was a huge hit by Cee Lo Green and also
featured on the TV show Glee, performed by
Gwyneth Paltrow. This effective chart for younger
players features a suggested tenor sax solo in the
beginning, which is then joined by the entire sax
section. The brass get their chance, a modulation
kicks in, and things transition to high gear to finish
up. Highly recommended!
10317270 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H
Fowl PlayKris Berg. This is one funky fowl! Kris
Berg pens an incredibly cool Tower of Power style
funk chart that sets your band up to blow the roof
off the concert hall! Here, he's cooked up another
smokin' chart to pay homage to the, shall we say,
more bird-brained amongst us? This one is easier
than Chicken and more challenging than Tastes Like
Chicken, and is one hot chart. Mmmm, mmm, good!
2474236 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Funkytownarr. John Berry. Originally a pop hit in
1980 and recently featured in the blockbuster movie
"Shrek 2," your audiences and players will love this
funky and catchy chart. It includes a short written or
ad lib. solo for alto sax as well as all of the familiar
riffs. Loads of fun for your band and audiences!
2702647 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Gandy DancerJeff Jarvis. Here's another great
funk chart from Jeff Jarvis! A solid introduction sets
up the tuneful melody and the driving funk groove
is coupled with a rich chord progression to give
this chart plenty of appeal. Solo sheets for E-flat,
B-flat C, and Bass Clef instruments are included for
the open solo section. Optional parts are provided
for flute clarinet, horn in F, tuba, and vibes. While
scored for full jazz ensemble, this chart will sound full
and complete with optional reduced instrumentation.
Frequent articulations are provided for the horns and
the rhythm section parts are an integral part of the
arrangement, not written as an afterthought.
10367840 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Go Tell It on the Mountainarr. Roy Phillippe. If
you're looking for a real powerhouse number, this
is it! After a slow intro in 12/8, this spiritual gets the
gospel rock treatment. They'll even get to swing a
bit in the shout chorus. A real cookin' chart!
2442986 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Gold on the Ceilingarr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by The Black Keys, this popular rock anthem has
been used for sporting events, video games, and
television shows. Paul Murtha's driving chart
features the trombones on the lead answered by
the saxes and finally the entire ensemble. The
flexible solo section can be used to feature one or
more players with suggested solos and scale/chord
sheets in all keys for improvising.
10374172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Good Timearr. John Wasson. Recorded by Owl
City and Carly Rae Jepson, this upbeat rock tune
has proven to be a current hit with mass appeal and
staying power. With catchy melodies and a great
feel, it's sure to be a hit on any program.
10343800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Gospel JohnJeff Steinberg/arr. Bob Lowden.
At last, intermediate level bands can play this
great Maynard Ferguson jazz standard! Bob
Lowden has done a masterful job of removing
the difficulty but leaving the excitement of the
original. Top trumpet note is a concert "F." (No,
not that one - an octave down!)
2079051 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
l Gotta Bounce!Larry Barton. Larry Barton's
medium-tempo funk original is guaranteed to rock
the first time and every time it's played! It kicks in
with a catchy hook in the first measure and never
lets up. Solidly written, this tune features repetitive
rhythms and patterns that will ensure that the
group will be performance-ready with a minimum
of rehearsal time. The open solo space features
suggested solos or improvisation over super-easy
changes. Loaded with student and audience
appeal, this one is scored to sound full and
complete with optional reduced instrumentations.
10518269 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Grease WheezerVince Norman. Grease Wheezer
is funky, a little greasy, and a joy to play! The tempo
is around 132 bpm, there are written solos for alto
and trombone 1, and a funky piano and bass intro.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff.
An optional vibes part is also included.
10452114 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
l Green Eggs and FunkDavid Gardner. David
Gardner's funky original features a straight-ahead
groove with the rhythm section establishing the
feel right at the top. The ensemble continues with a
melody and counterpoint figures that are infectious.
There are four written or improvised solo options
for alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone with the
ensemble supplying backgrounds that are dynamic
and stylistically effective. A great rhythm-section-
only break after the solos features the bassist laying
it down with a funky feel. Optional parts are included
for expanded instrumentations. Green Eggs and
Funk will be fun for players and audiences!
10521269 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Jazz/Rock & Funk • Medium-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!
Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford.
Here's a wonderful take on the group Toto's classic rock tune from
the '80s. It's solidly scored throughout and sounds amazingly like the
original while remaining accessible for developing jazz bands. With
nice dynamic contrasts, an uncomplicated melodic line, and a medium
rock groove, this chart is one that younger players can really dig into,
yet it will sound mature when performed by a more advanced group.
More features include: half-note tempo of 90 bpm; written or ad lib
solos for alto sax 1 and trombone 1; trumpet 1 range to written G on
top of the staff; and optional parts for flute, clarinet and vibes.
Great tune, fine chart!
10513875 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
All About at Bass—arr. Victor Lopez.
You know it, you love it! is Meghan Trainor megahit is set at around
136 bpm with a solid rock groove, has no solos, and will be a favorite
with students and audiences. is Victor Lopez arrangement bounces
the melody from section to section, features very easy trumpet ranges,
and includes optional parts for expanded instrumentations. e rhythm
section, trombone 4 and bari sax carry the bass line while the ensemble
rocks along. Hey, it's all about this chart!
10513887 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Backatown—Troy Andrews/arr. John Wasson.
From Trombone Shorty's acclaimed CD Backatown, here is the hot
title cut arranged for big band in a funky medium tempo. Combining
the elements of New Orleans second line and contemporary rock
styles, this unique chart features a blend of catchy riffs, solid ensemble
passages, and stop-time breaks. ere are short written or ad lib solos
for trumpet and tenor. is chart exudes a spirited and unmistakable
New Orleans swagger!
10490289 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Blue's Blues—Nick Mulder.
Blue's Blues was written for the great trumpet player Blue Mitchell.
It's a medium boogaloo over a blues form. With a nice style and feel,
it features a funky melody introduced by the full ensemble followed
by written or improvised solo space for alto sax. e ensemble keeps
cookin' behind the solo with authentic counterpoint and punches.
ere's a brief drum break aer the solo followed by the band groovin'
right on to the end. Playable with optional expanded instrumentation,
this funky chart will become a player favorite!
10521271 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Everybody Needs Somebody to Love—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and e Rolling
Stones, this gospel-flavored rocker was then famously featured in the
1980 film "e Blues Brothers." ere's a brief written solo for alto sax,
an interlude with the drummer, then guitar with the ensemble layering
back in. is rockin' chart for younger jazz ensembles brings out all the
excitement, rhythmic energy and fun of a Blues Brothers performance.
Perfect for light programming!
10490295 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Iron Man—Black Sabbath/arr. Dallas Burke.
Black Sabbath's rock classic has been a student favorite for many
marching bands through the years and makes a great jazz band chart
that rocks with some serious attitude! From the opening hard rock feel
to the double-time climax at the end, this one is a thriller. It includes
short written or ad lib solos for trumpet and trombone, or you can just
turn your guitar player up to 10 and let them shred!
10517415 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
It's Cool in Vegas—Tim Fisher.
Tim Fisher's original tune is the epitomy of groovy! It's Cool in Vegas
features a boogaloo/jazz rock feel with a couple of measures of swing
at the end of sections to make it a really hip chart. Also featured is
brief solo space for improvised trumpet or tenor sax solos before a
modulation and then a nice breakdown and big ensemble section.
Very cool, and very unique!
10517417 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
It's Really All About at Groove!—Andy Clark.
Here's an Andy Clark funky rock original that cooks right from the first
note! Settling in at a tempo of 112 bpm, the ensemble digs in on the
melody, the rhythm section begins to groove, and the bari sax player is
put to good use. ere's an open section for soloists of choice over easy
chord changes and an optional open-ended drum solo. e brass ranges
are very reasonable and the result will be great! Highly recommended!
10518275 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Rosanna—David Paich/arr. Victor Lopez.
Rosanna was a huge hit in the '80s from the group Toto, with a
great hook that still resonates today! is chart begins with a big
introduction and transitions to a more subdued style while the
syncopated melodic lines keeps it flowing. Everyone gets a chance at the
melodic hook, and there's a very effective building of intensity to the
melody. Great tune, nice chart! Highly recommended!
10513895 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Steam Whistle—Les Sabina.
is cookin' chart is tuneful, funky and is set in a half-time feel.
A written or improvised solo is provided for alto saxophone with the
accessible chord progression allowing the improviser to solo using
the notes in a concert E-flat minor pentatonic scale (Eb, Gb, Ab, Bb,
Db). Interesting material is well distributed throughout the various
instrumental families, the parts are well articulated, the ranges are
reasonable, and the rhythm section parts are notated with chords
symbols provided. A modulation heightens the excitement, and
it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
A strong chart with a great groove!
10515808 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
ere'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. e 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Timbuktu—Bob Turner.
Beginning with a pulsating Afro rhythm that continues throughout the
chart, Timbuktu is influenced by tribal rhythms and features an open
solo section and a written trumpet solo. Chords are written into all the
wind parts to allow for open soloing by any player, or you can simply
play the chart as written and find a great groove! Timbuktu is fun and
interesting - and also available as a flexible instrumentation combo
chart (Pepper number 10517616).
10517624 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Wade in the Water—arr. Rick Hirsch.
Here's a great setting for younger jazz bands of this favorite! Aer a
slow, six-measure chorale introduction, it breaks into a bluesy style that
leads to an all-out gospel rock feel. Highlights include a tempo of 148
bpm, written solos for alto sax 1, trombone 1 and trumpet 1, modest
brass ranges, a nice rhythm out interlude, and call-and-response
sections. Optional parts are included for expanded instrumentations.
A great chart for all occasions!
10513889 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
