Jazz Charts with Expanded Instrumentation

Here's a bossa nova for the youngest jazz bands that features interesting counterpoint and fresh harmonies. More lively than the usual bossa nova, this a terrific chart to introduce students to this classic

Here's another of Kris Berg's highly successful and funky "chicken" charts! A clever title means a clever chart - this one opens with the sound of the barnyard and then it gets funky immediately

The alto soloist faces their "moment of truth" in this uplifting and funky feature that provides the soloist a chance to really show off their flair and energy. Starting with a fun yet relaxed opening, it

As pleasant as a casual stroll down the avenue, this one is sure to get the feet tapping. An opening bass riff introduces a groove that gives this piece a real "Killer Joe" feeling. The melodies are great

Based on the blues in F and featuring a catchy riff traded around the ensemble, here is the perfect swing chart for beginning jazzers! Rick Stitzel carefully uses tutti rhythms for ease in learning, and the

Move 'n' Groove pays tribute to Lee Morgan's Sidewinder with its solid rock foundation alternating with half-time funk styles. Featuring a feel-good chord progression and biting horn

Henry Mancini's steamy and sultry theme is instantly recognizable from just the opening phrase. Rick Stitzel's medium-slow swing arrangement is largely ensemble based, and will sound great with young

Here's the classic Motown hit from 1964 and The Temptations in a great-sounding chart for young jazz ensembles. No solos are required, just skillful scoring for the entire band. Scored for standard jazz

This moderate swing is a fine jazz classic with a catchy melody and written-out solos for trumpet and trombone. The lead trumpet range is to written E top space. There are also some excellent sax soli

Using a moderate tempo and modest brass ranges, here is a very easy chart on this Charlie Parker classic that alternates between Latin and swing. The saxophones are featured in the beginning, later joined

A tribute to the late, great, brilliant arranger and composer Sammy Nestico! This medium swing chart has written or improvised solos for trumpet, alto, tenor, and trombone. Superb writing provides sweet sax

The NOLA Roller is a rollicking, fun chart with a New Orleans-style groove that your band and audiences will enjoy. The catchy tune is shared by most of the band, and there are effective

This original Brazilian samba captures the authenticity of the style and brings to life the drive and excitement of the culture from which it originates. The title is Portuguese for "In the Next Life." This

Victor Lopez gives us a fun tour of the Caribbean islands with Nanigo!  It's a powerful and exciting chart that will provide your jazz band and its audiences with the opportunity to