Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

Around the Bend, with its solid rock feel coupled with blues changes, will make younger players feel comfortable and right at home. With the rhythm section and bari sax setting the groove, it

Written for younger jazz bands, this fun, Latin/rock chart includes a funky bass line, a catchy melody, and an exciting ensemble chorus. The solo section is playable by any instrument, with solo sheets

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 acclaimed hit from 1972 was the final #1 hit from The Temptations. With a haunting yet appealing minor groove, this chart offers interesting and fun parts for all sections of the band, plus it's

Originally composed for Weather Report and released in 1967, Joe Zawinul's quintessential jazz fusion standard has been recorded by countless artists through the years. This chart is a slightly truncated

This chart offers a cool and funky groove for young jazz players with its catchy melody and solo opportunities for trumpet, trombone or saxophones. The solos can be played as written or

The Four Note Boogaloo is a fun chart for a grooving rhythm section with a melody featuring a small jazz combo horn section of alto sax, tenor sax and trombone in the "A" section. There's also

A funky groove is a great way to introduce accessible 16th-note rhythms. This fun rocker includes unison and clear articulations, meaning that everyone learns together. The open solo section

This driving rock chart hits hard from the very beginning. With its fun melodies and punchy backgrounds, it gives everyone something to play. The completely flexible instrumentation is playable with only

The party starts here with this driving rock tune that features bluesy syncopated lines! It's a perfect opener or closer. The open solo section has solos for anyone with the included scale

With its retro, medium-rock style, this very easy Rick Stitzel original sounds great! Based on a question-and-answer format between the brass and saxes, this appealing chart is simple to learn and

In a playful disco style, this very easy chart of the KC and the Sunshine Band hit from 1975 features fun parts for every section. This solid rocker features multiple options for soloists with written

Stevie Wonder's sultry, medium rock tune first appeared on his landmark 1973 album Innervisions. Rick Stitzel's authentic-sounding and convincing chart for young players includes all the signature

This infectious, fun and rockin' tune from the '60s boasts notable recordings by Wilson Pickett, The Rolling Stones and most famously The Blues Brothers. This very easy chart is skillfully scored for all

This easy and fun beginning rock chart will be a hit with young jazz band students. A steady beat, easy rhythms, and modest ranges provide the perfect introduction to rock style. The two-measure solo

This original and exciting composition is designed to give young ensembles the authentic sound that is heard in some of today's commercial music. Blending both the Latin and rock genres, with lots of

Every program needs a great funk chart and this accessible original will get a five star rating from both the band and the crowd. Solid ensemble scoring, written or improvised solos for any player, and a

With a bit of progressive rock and a lot of half-time funk, this great chart can be rounded out with optional synthesizer and electric guitar. The sticky grooves and melodies drive the point home. Two

Are You for Real is a funky rock shuffle for developing jazz bands that will be appealing to players and audiences. Inventive harmonies make this contemporary chart sound far more difficult than it

Running with Scissors is a very hip, funky groove chart played around 168 bpm. It's loaded with classic Gordon Goodwin flair, plus sample solos are provided for C instruments, E-flat alto or bari

Kris Berg adds to his illustrious line of "chicken" charts, only this one is more accessible! With a tempo around 136 bpm, Just Wing It is definitely funky and will generate tons of excitement to

This funky original has all the ingredients for your jazz band to succeed. It's an up-tempo rocker with a super melody played at around 132 bpm. There are written or improvised solos for trombone and alto

Gears combines old school funk and modal rock, along with a bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section is written out, and solo sheets in all keys with scales to assist young players with

This infectious pop and funk hit from 1968 was originally recorded by Sly and the Family Stone. Paul Murtha's version for young players features a fun groove and active parts in all sections. The solo