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H The Chicken—Alfred James Ellis/arr. Berg. If you've got a strong bassist, this is your showstopper! This chart, made famous by bass virtuoso Jaco Pastorius, gets kicking with a killer gospel chorale, but is soon interrupted by one of the funkiest bass lines ever played! Soon the entire band is in on it with a "Tower of Power" style sound that is sure to impress everyone listening! Highly recommended! 2467934 Jazz Ensemble .......M 48.00
4 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! 10317270 Jazz Ensemble ......ME 45.00
4 Apache—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 ....... E 40.00
l The Best of Sly & the Family Stone— arr. John Wasson. "Sly & the Family Stone" was a pivotal rock band of the late 1960s pioneering a fusion of funk, rock and soul. Who can forget their landmark performance at Woodstock in 1969? This exciting medley of hits includes Dance to the Music, I Want to Take You Higher, Sing a Simple Song, and Thank You (Falletinme Be Mice Elf Again). 10343802 Jazz Ensemble ......ME 50.00
n Birdland—Joe 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 .......M 48.00
4 Bodysnatchers—Radiohead/arr. Fred Sturm. Bodysnatchers was released in 2007 on "Radiohead's" "In Rainbows" album. Fred Sturm's powerful arrangement captures the raw passion of Radiohead's version with unique harmonic variations, textural manipulation, and expansion of the original's form. Soprano sax is the featured soloist. Count on this chart to showcase the energy of your ensemble! 10289308 Jazz Ensemble ......MA 67.00
4 Brother Mister—Christian McBride/arr. Mike Kamuf. A stop-time development section and a power shout chorus are but a few of
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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 .......M 48.00
H Chameleon—Herbie Hancock/arr. Lopez. Herbie Hancock for the developing band? Yes! From Hancock's famous "Headhunter" recording, here is a great opportunity to play the biggest jazz-rock hit of all time. The melody is first played by alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone, then the trumpet section. Next up is a flexible, open solo section with a solo line written for all the winds so anybody or everyone can solo! The top note for lead trumpet is written G on top of the staff. Super-cool chart! Optional expanded instrumentation. 10071885 Jazz Ensemble ......ME 44.00
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4 The Chicken—Alfred Ellis/arr. Mike Story. The original version of The Chicken was released in 2001 and has been a top seller every year. Now Mike Story has arranged it for younger jazz groups without losing the original style and infectious fun! Beginning with a gospel style chorale introduction, the band transitions into a funky rock groove with an easy-to-play and hip bass line. This outstanding chart for young jazz bands features a 16-bar suggested alto sax solo and easy trumpet 1 range to written E top space. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Don't miss it! Our highest recommendation! 10303578 Jazz Ensemble ....... E 38.00
4 City Slicker—Rich Woolworth. This aggressive funk/rock chart keeps everyone busy while being accessible and gives the soloists ample space to stretch out in an extended open solo section. With plenty of drum breaks, lots of ensemble work, and a great lower voice motive, this composition is funky, active, and is reminiscent of the James Brown funk style. Filled with excitement! 10311287 Jazz Ensemble ......ME 50.00
4 Crunchy Frog—Gordon Goodwin. Bass and guitar kick off this original Gordon Goodwin chart with a captivating rhythmic pattern before the full ensemble settles in with the funky melody. There's plenty of ensemble writing, some in unison and some in harmony, and solo space for all winds with suggested or improv solos. The lead trumpet range goes to written G-sharp on top of the staff, the tempo is around 115 beats per minute, and optional parts are included for expanded instrumentations. This is accessible Gordon Goodwin material that is right in the pocket for this grade level! Our highest recommendation! 10311433 Jazz Ensemble .......M 48.00
4 Enter Sandman—arr. Paul Murtha. Let your beginning players really rock out to the sounds of "Metallica" with this hard-hitting chart for young jazz ensembles. The syncopations are handled in a repetitive manner, allowing for easy teaching but still an authentic sound. No solos are required, and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10297532 Jazz Ensemble ...... VE 35.00
l Final Countdown—Joey 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. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, this is sure to become an instant favorite! 10343814 Jazz Ensemble ...... VE 35.00
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4 Forget You—arr. 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 ...... VE 35.00
n Good Time—arr. John Wasson. Recorded by "Owl City" and Carly Rae Jepson, this up-beat 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 ......ME 45.00
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l Good Time—arr. 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! 10343817 Jazz Ensemble ...... VE 35.00
l 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 ......ME 45.00
4 Listen Here—Eddie 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 ...... VE 36.00
4 Make Me Smile—James Pankow/arr. John Wasson. One of the first tunes to put the group "Chicago" on the map was this early rocker from 1970. John Wasson stays true to the original in this outstanding version for jazz ensemble that
alto sax, guitar, and all the signature horn licks. Suggested solos are included along with chord/scale sheets in all keys. 10297505 Jazz Ensemble .......M 55.00
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