Psalm 124

A good introduction to the ubiquitous rock shuffle, this piece captures the fun and mystery of an illusionist's sleight-of-hand close magic act. Every section is featured as the melodic lines are passed

A high-energy Latin rock tune is always fun, and this one fills that slot perfectly. Students will get the opportunity to practice blues form, and solid ensemble writing will help this chart come together

All the fire and spice you need to get the party going - this solid Latin chart for developed high school ensembles begins with an emotional rubato piano introduction, then the salsa groove kicks in and the

This exquisite ballad features the whole ensemble. Beautiful harmony and flowing unison melodic lines make this a perfect down tune for a concert or festival. There is a short written solo for alto sax

This stunning music was written by Dallas-based Rosana Eckert for her debut album in 2003. It is a light and sophisticated bossa with some gorgeous harmony. There is an eight-measure written or ad lib solo

A crazy title and chart to match! This is definitely not your cookie-cutter laid-back swing tune. Phat chords and great voicings along with the distinct and gritty color of low saxes doubled with low brass

Evocative and heartfelt, this composition is filled with beautiful dynamic contrasts, tight voicings, hip figures, and multiple layers of orchestration. The chart starts warmly with a written solo for

Here's an approachable rock tune with a fun twist - it is built on ten-measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry and will have a blast in the process. Punchy brass licks and outstanding

The main portion of this chart is a slow swing similar to Slide Hampton's Frame for the Blues, but it is interspersed with vignettes that use all the colors of the contemporary jazz ensemble.

If you are looking for an easy funk-rock chart, check this tune out. Using all the colors of the young jazz ensemble, this is a cool-sounding piece with lots of harmonic and melodic flair. One of the

The melodic development and harmonic language will captivate you and your band, turning left when you least expect it. The composition builds to a terrific shout chorus and then folds back on itself for a

The biting dissonance of the sharp nine chord is used as the centerpiece for this free-spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece

A fantastic example of how simple writing can be highly engaging and effective. With an intro that can stand on its own, this great chart sets a bluesy rendition of Jericho with quotes

Hold on to your hats... this funk chart will bring down the house! Intense and insistent rhythmic patterns are developed throughout the piece and create a driving force that will have your band on the edge

Recalling the modal tunes of Herbie Hancock like Maiden Voyage, this hip and accessible chart begins with a trio of alto sax, trumpet, and guitar presenting the first statement of the melody. As

A funky rock chart with attitude, this piece is good-naturedly dedicated to that one person in the band who makes everyone late as their friends chant "we gotta go" in exasperation. The saxes take the main

This chart features plenty of interesting melodic, harmonic and rhythmic twists. There is an open solo section for all of the instruments and optional reduced and extended instrumentation to make this work

Your young rhythm section will really be able to dig in with this funky cut-time rock chart. It features bold melodies along with some compelling counterlines from the saxes and guitar. Driving rock is at