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n Seven Nation Armyarr. 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
4 Shakey Groundarr. Paul Murtha. This 1975
tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits
and is described as "funkadelic" in style. This
chart features the infectious bass line first stated
by baritone sax and guitar, and later joined by the
rest of the ensemble playing the funky riffs. The
solo section on a one-chord vamp can easily be
opened up, but samples are provided for alto sax,
trumpet and trombone. You will love the way the
ensemble layers in near the ending. Shakey Ground
is definitely a fun chart with attitude!
10617906 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Sharp Dressed Manarr. 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 CriminalMichael 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 Steam WhistleLes Sabina. This 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 . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
SticksJulian Adderley/arr. Mike Kamuf. Oh,
yeah! This great chart on a Cannonball Adderley
classic cooks at around 170 bpm. With a straight-
eighth note groove, everything written out, trumpet
1 range to written G on top of the staff, optional
parts for expanded instrumentations, and a big juicy
shout chorus, it has it all! Highly recommended!
10452090 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
There's the RubGordon 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. The 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
n Touchin' All the BassesAndy Clark. It's time to
let your bass player get some of the spotlight! This
cool chart is written in three parts, a funky rock,
a slow triple blues, and a hot shuffle. Designed
to showcase the bass player, the band parts
complement the soloist, but allow the bass to be
heard. Each of the sections can be opened for bass
or other solos as desired, or it can be performed
straight through, exactly as written. A very unique
and useful chart!
2468262 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Treasurearr. Paul Murtha. Set in a medium-
tempo funk style, this hit recorded by Bruno Mars
continues his trend of catchy tunes with an old
school R&B sound. It's a great pop tune beautifully
adapted by Paul Murtha in this version for younger
jazz groups.
10427408 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Treasurearr. Victor Lopez. This Bruno Mars
pop hit will sound great in any performance setting.
Treasure features a cool rock groove at 116 bpm
with a nice hook, no solos, and a lead trumpet
range to written F top line. With a hip ensemble
interlude, every toe will be tapping from beat one!
Includes optional wind and vibraphone parts for
expanded instrumentations.
10452106 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Use MeBill Withers/arr. Rick Stitzel. Featured
on the TV series "The Voice" performed by Ray
Boudreaux, this hit from the 1970s is typical of
the infectious bluesy style of composer/singer Bill
Withers. Here's a funky chart for younger players,
and soloing couldn't be easier on the two-chord
vamp. This one includes suggested solos and
scale/chord sheets in all keys. Smart and stylish!
10523760 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Wade in the Waterarr. Rick Hirsch. Here's a
great setting for younger jazz bands of this favorite!
After 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
Walk the Dinosaurarr. John Wasson. This
catchy funk tune was recorded by Was (Not Was)
in 1987, but more recently popularized in pop
culture including the movies "Ice Age: Dawn of the
Dinosaurs," "The Flintstones," and "Super Mario
Bros." This funky version shows why some tunes
just never go out of style. Included is a suggested
solo for tenor sax and the signature chant "boom,
boom, ack-a lack-a lack-a boom." Pure fun!
10317277 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Watermelon ManHerbie Hancock/arr. Mike
Kamuf. Oh yeah! This is a crowd pleaser and a band
pleaser... a win-win! Fun, funky, hip, groovy — call
it what you want, this chart is excellent in every
way... and if you have a decent bari player, he or
she will really love this one. There are written solos
for alto and tenor sax, a stop-time without rhythm
section for the saxes, a fantastic interlude section, a
monster shout chorus, and some short drum fills...
what's not to like!? Very highly recommended!
Optional expanded instrumentation.
10071893 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
What Is Hip?arr. Victor Lopez. If you are looking
for an easy, yet hip chart, this is it! A funky Tower
of Power hit, this chart is accessible at 166 bpm
with no solos and a trumpet 1 range to F top
line. Optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. Fun to play!
10452100 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n What Is Hip?arr. Paul Murtha. Ask the
proverbial musical question and let your band roar
on the answer! This Tower Of Power chart will let
your rhythm section keep the funk going while the
horns get into the tight riffs. What is hip? This is!
2445724 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Medium
H Amazing Gracearr. Dave Rivello. Arranger Dave
Rivello has taken this well-known traditional melody
and brought it to life with his outstanding gospel-
sounding chart. Opening with an a cappella brass
chorale, it breaks into a gospel/rock shout. The
tenor solo is written and a few modulations keep
this chart moving onward and upward. A great chart
that all will enjoy!
10049793 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Another StoryMike Tomaro. This straight-
eighth fusion chart combines rock and Latin styles
effectively, creating a fresh and modern approach
for developing groups. The written or improvised
solos are for alto sax and piano after the opening
ensemble chorus. The rhythm section parts are fully
notated and will help in creating the groove. With
modest brass ranges, this chart with a cool sound
is great for change-of-pace programming!
10515822 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Arnge Drank (Orange Juice with Attitude)
Paul Baker. Wow... orange drink with an attitude!
Texas writer Paul Baker presents an outstanding
funk chart beginning with a piano riff to set up the
rhythm groove before the trumpet and altos hit with
the melody. Trombones and low saxes support with
counterpoint. After the trombones take it through
the bridge the saxes again state the melody in a
dramatic stop time section that moves into the
trumpet and trombone solos. After a drum solo,
the bari and bass trombone shine as they set the
funky foundation for the shout chorus. A return of
the piano riff sets up the final melodic statement
and dramatic coda. Trumpet range to written High C.
Trombone to G. Pure fun, and highly recommended!
10369423 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Attitude AdjustmentRich Woolworth. Here's an
original funk/rock tune that delivers some serious
attitude! With a kickin' bass line doubled in the bass
trombone and bari sax, this gets funky at the top and
just never stops. The solo section, with written or
ad lib solos, moves into a swing feel before getting
back into the funk groove to finish out the tune. Fun
to hear and fun to play! Highly recommended!
10517401 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Attitude Dance (Little Big Band)arr. Mark
Taylor. Celebrating more than 40 years of funk and
soul, the unmistakable sound of Tower of Power
still sounds as fresh and impressive as ever. This
adaptation for six horns (3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1
trombone) and rhythm section features the blazing
horn lines and driving groove of the original.
Optional parts are included for alto sax, tenor sax
and trombone 2.
10283054 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Barbeque SauceMike Carubia. This funk chart
roars right from the beginning with an attention-
grabbing introduction followed by blues-based
melodies with a hip, funky feel. The solos are a
piece of cake with only two chords or one scale
to negotiate. Any player can solo with the solo
scale options included in all parts. Written ranges:
Trumpet 1 to G; Trombone to F; Alto Sax to D.
An optional flute part is included. If you liked this
writer's Buffalo Wings, you'll love his Barbeque
Sauce! Highly recommended!
10370675 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
4 Be CoolMike Tomaro. Be Cool is a funky rocker
with an infectious groove, hip voicings and a strong
melody! The bari sax and lower voices set the style
and groove at around 132 bpm leading to the nicely
voiced melody with muted trumpets along with the
full band. The optional open solo section, with solo
sheets included, provides plenty of space for your
soloists to stretch out. The solo backgrounds build to
a head that leads to a soft section. While maintaining
the excitement, the melody returns played by the full
ensemble that leads to a solid ending. You and your
jazz band will be cool with this one!
10604640 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
H BirdlandJosef Zawinul/arr. Victor Lopez. Just
listen to this chart and you know you have to have it
as Victor Lopez brings the original Weather Report
version to life for jazz ensembles. All the ingredients
are here, plus solo space (written or improvised)
for alto 1 and/or trumpet 2, nice chord voicings
throughout, and the lead trumpet top note is only a
written G on top of the staff. Very easy to assemble
and perform, this will be a hit every time! Optional
expanded instrumentation.
10277740 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
H
BlackbirdLennon & McCartney/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Perhaps one of the Beatles' lesser known
tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative
and memorable. Mike Tomaro's smooth setting
uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba
section to create a truly outstanding effect. The
theme is stated simply in the beginning by trumpet,
followed by an array of orchestrational textures and
harmonies. Highly recommended!
10098755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n Blues for MilesFreddie Hubbard/arr. Mike
Carubia. Here's a great chart on Freddie Hubbard's
Blues for Miles that really cooks! Freddie describes
this tune as "hip hop funk" on the original CD also
entitled Blues for Miles. This solid arrangement
begins with the trumpets introducing the very funky
unison melody followed by a cool stop-time chorus
for the sax section. Solos follow for the soloists of
choice on slightly altered B-flat blues changes and
then an exciting rock-flavored shout chorus takes it
back to the head. Including an optional flute part,
this is an outstanding choice for any performance
opportunity! Highly recommended!
10458670 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Boogaloo for TwoDaryl McKenzie. With its well-
rounded form, Boogaloo for Two is a fast funk chart
that effectively combines the elements of funk and
jazz. The full ensemble hits it right off the top then the
trumpets carry the melody over nice progressions.
The first solo is for guitar followed by a cool stop-time
section which is followed by a solo from the baritone
sax. By now things are really starting to cook as the
chart builds and subsides to a semi-quiet ending.
Perfect for any performance occasion!
10607160 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 57.00
n Boogie on Reggae WomanStevie Wonder/
arr. Mike Tomaro. The heavy influence that Stevie
Wonder had on funk and jazz is clearly evident
in this hit from 1974. Made even funkier in this
version for big band with a tempo slightly slower
than the original, the authentic flavor still shines
through. Written-out bass lines and piano voicings
are included in this great arrangement!
10522916 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Brother MisterChristian McBride/arr. Mike
Kamuf. A stop-time development section and a
power shout chorus are but a few of the exciting
features of this straight-eighth groove chart
composed by Christian McBride. Set at a medium
tempo, this hip tune includes written or improvised
solos for alto 1, trumpet 2, tenor 1, and drums.
The lead trumpet range is to written A above the
staff and optional parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. Very cool in a contemporary way!
10311431 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Buffalo WingsMike Carubia. This outstanding
funk original is based on two chord changes, I &
IV Dominant chords, making soloing a breeze. A
short interlude, or bridge, provides a break from
the two chords adding interest to the overall effect
of the chart. With hints of Watermelon Man, this
tune features unison melodies and hip harmonies
making it extremely fun to play and hear! Tons of
personality! Highly recommended!
10072056 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
n CaravanDuke Ellington/arr. Mike Tomaro.
You know it as swing, but this is the hot version
recorded by Chicago! Ellington's famous standard
gets a fresh face-lift in this exciting arrangement by
Mike Tomaro!
2354991 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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