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Pop Charts
H Eye of the Tiger (Theme from "Rocky III")—
Jim Peterik/arr. Victor Lopez. This theme from
"Rocky III" has a powerful rock groove that keeps
on driving forward. There are no solos and it has
easy brass ranges. It also features a great stop-
time horns-only interlude that will keep everyone
happy. Add to the color with the optional parts for
flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax and tuba. It's
the perfect fun chart for every occasion. You can't
miss with this one! Highly recommended!
10049703 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Forget You—arr. 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!
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n Funkytown—arr. 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!
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H Gonna Fly Now (Theme from "Rocky")—Bill
Conti/arr. Victor Lopez. The theme from "Rocky"
is inspiring, triumphant, powerful and noble! This
rock-style chart is scored for younger players
with the familiar Maynard Ferguson-flavored solo.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above
the staff. It also includes a written or improvised
tenor solo and options for reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Gonna Fly Now is a great classic
that should be in all jazz ensemble libraries!
10028091 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Hooked on a Feeling—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by Blue Swede in 1974, this familiar
hit was featured prominently in the blockbuster
movie "Guardians of the Galaxy" as part of the
film's "Awesome Mix." Instantly recognizable with
the "ooga chaka" jungle chant, the popularity of
this easy-going rocker is now reaching a new
generation! Fun for all!
10490291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Humanism—Jonathan Batiste/arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group
Stay Human as the theme song for "The Late
Show with Stephen Colbert," this energetic tune
features an appealing jazz/rock flare. The saxes
take the lead in the beginning supported by funky
riffs from the entire ensemble. Solos are available
for any combination of alto sax, trumpet, or
trombone. A step above the rest!
10556778 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n I Dreamed a Dream (from "Les Misera-
bles")—arr. Roger Holmes. Here's the touching
ballad from the landmark musical and recent
motion picture "Les Miserables" in a nicely paced
and solidly scored arrangement for younger jazz
ensembles. With no solos, it's a beautiful change
of pace for any performance occasion. Highly
recommended!
10374174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n I Want You Back—arr. John Wasson. The
music of The Jackson 5 remains as popular today
as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from
the Motown era in a funky arrangement that is
skillfully scored for the entire ensemble. No solos,
just solid ensemble writing!
10297517 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 In Summer (from "Frozen")—arr. Rick Stitzel.
From Disney's animated hit movie "Frozen" and
sung by Olaf the snowman, this entertaining song
features a light soft-shoe style that adapts
quite naturally for jazz bands. Easy-going and
restrained at first, the arrangement builds for more
excitement as it progresses. With skillful trading
of the melody between sections and slipping into
a straight-ahead swing style, this chart is sure
to be a hit with players and audiences! Great
anytime of the year!
10490293 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 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!
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n Jump, Jive an' Wail—arr. Roger Holmes. Grab
a partner and start cuttin' the rug! This is the tune
of the jump swing craze, and it smokes! Originally
a big hit for Louis Prima, guitarist Brian Setzer has
re-made the tune for his Dirty Boogie album. With
reasonable ranges and lots of tutti section writing,
this arrangement will heat up fast without a lot of
effort! There are only two short solos - tenor and
trumpet - and they can be played as written or ad lib.
2408417 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Land of Make Believe—Chuck Mangione/arr.
Mike Story. Chuck Mangione's hit Land of Make-
Believe is now available for younger players!
Opening with the melody doubled by alto sax
and trumpet in a dramatic, slow tempo, the chart
then breaks into the familiar melody, style and
tempo. Plus, there's a drum solo instead of the
improvised trumpet solo making it even more
accessible for young players. The ranges are very
easy and the rhythms are slightly tricky but will
lock in with repetition. A superb chart that will
really come together and be a huge success!
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n Locked Out of Heaven—arr. Paul Murtha.
Here's the popular rock hit recorded by Bruno
Mars in a solid chart for younger jazz bands.
Included are all the hot riffs and rhythmic energy
of the original along with suggested or improvised
solos for alto sax and trumpet. Chord/scale
sheets in all keys are included for the soloists.
10374170 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Mercy, Mercy, Mercy—Josef Zawinul/arr.
Dallas Burke. This sultry jazz standard from Joe
Zawinul has been covered by so many artists
through the years, it's hard to keep count. This
dynamic jazz ensemble arrangement begins
with the feel of the original combo version as
tenor sax plays a written or ad lib solo before
the band enters to crank up the energy. Next,
trumpet 2 has a written or improvised solo before
the entire ensemble eloquently reintroduces
the theme. Things heat up quickly as the entire
ensemble shouts with a funky chorus before the
ending. Your band is going to shine with this great
arrangement of a super standard!
10280573 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
4 Nothing from Nothing—Billy Preston/arr. John
Wasson. Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this
rocker became a number 1 hit on the charts,
and in 1975 became the first musical number
ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night
Live! Here is a funky version for younger players
that carefully maintains the feel and style of
the original.
10461382 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Play that Funky Music—Robert Parissi/arr.
Victor Lopez. Fun and excitement will be had by
all with this riff-based classic funk chart! There
are no solos... just plenty of funky groove plus a
call-and-response section and tonal shifts that
constantly kick it up a notch. The lead trumpet
range is to written top line F sharp. Keep the funky
juices flowing!
10011938 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Rosanna—David Paich/arr. Victor Lopez. Rosan-
na was a huge hit in the '80s from the group Toto,
with a great hook that still resonates today! This
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!
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n Runaway Baby—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is
actually a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent
of the James Brown funk style. Featuring an
energetic pulse that never quits along with a
catchy melody, this chart is a real showstopper!
The solo section includes options for alto,
trumpet, or trombone with suggested solos and
scale/chord sheets in all keys. Pure excitement!
10317268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Seven Nation Army—arr. Dallas Burke. Here's
a unique chart that really works! You'll love the
chance to showcase some extreme dynamic
contrasts with your group as they go from soft to
rockin' the auditorium on this classic tune from
the White Stripes. The solo section can feature
any or all your soloists while the rhythm section
continues the hook. Student players will dig
playing this hard-rock groove!
10456834 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
H The Shadow of Your Smile—Johnny Mandel/
arr. Roy Phillippe. Every now and then it comes
along, a ballad so hauntingly beautiful that it
may just be the highlight of your concert! This is
one such gem. After a solo piano introduction,
the familiar minor melody is gently taken up by
the band. Alto sax and trumpet both get solo
passages but, for the most part, it is the ensemble
effort that makes this chart one of the best.
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n Sharp Dressed Man—arr. Roger Holmes.
Originally recorded in 1983, this is one of ZZ
Top's best known hits. This hard driving rock
chart will sound great even without long beards
and hot cars! Highly recommended!
10283155 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Smooth Criminal—Michael Jackson/arr. Dave
Mills. This funk/rock hit from Michael Jackson's
1987 Bad album was re-done by the group Alien
Ant Farm to hit the charts decades later. The
optional solo section features room for trumpet
and/or trombone solos.
10456836 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
n Sweet Home Chicago—Robert Johnson/
arr. Roger Holmes. Made famous by The Blues
Brothers, this hard-hitting blues classic is sure to
become an instant favorite with jazz bands and
audiences. A driving shuffle groove and solid
scoring for the entire ensemble are featured
throughout in this great chart that will become a
staple of your library! Highly recommended!
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