Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

Written as a birthday gift for the composer's mother, now you can celebrate the moms in your life - and especially the ones who support your program. The tender piano solo at the beginning is ad lib or

A rock version of one of the most famous Christmas carols, it features flexible instrumentation and a funky groove in the rhythm section that will energize your students and audience! Even though it is

Here is a hard-swinging blues channeling the sound and style of the "New Testament" era of the Count Basie Orchestra. There is an open solo section and plenty of great saxophone section licks to keep them

Feature your lead trombone with this great chart. Things start off sultry with a written solo and ethereal lines in the saxophones and trumpets. When things come together, it has some punch. Later on, the

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

A great show starter, this is a fun chart with elements of gospel and rock. A strong introduction sets the tone, followed by a unison trombone melody which is then shared around the sections. With solos

It was during the late evening-early morning that I started humming the bass line while heading to the kitchen to grab another cup of Joe only to discover that I was truly out of coffee. With both the agony

Flexibly arranged for three-plus horns and rhythm section, this combo chart features four great songs: The Fool on the Hill; In My Life; Lady Madonna and With a Little Help from My

Featuring a distinctive upbeat groove in 7/4 throughout (3+4), this inventive original is a fabulous duet feature for trumpet and tenor sax. In between the duet statements and solos are full ensemble

There is a cool vibe in this approachable yet genuine outing in straight eighth-note fusion style. Layers are added to layers for a calculated build-up to a gritty ensemble punch. Every section and part

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

Here is a tune that will have your audience bobbing their heads. The relentless groove of the bass along with some complex harmonies make this chart a great addition to your program. It offers an open solo

Take a journey from adversity to joy with this gospel-inspired piece. This chart develops really nicely, and the big dramatic-sounding ensemble writing embodies jubilation. Feature your lead alto player

This funky soul classic from the great James Brown, known by audiences young and old, makes an exciting chart that will get your band "on the good foot"! The solo section features space for any instrument

This classic rock hit from the Allman Brothers makes a highly unique work that is laid-back and funky. This chart features improvised or written tenor sax and trumpet solos and then it goes into a rocking

Pat Metheny meets Dave Brubeck in this original rock composition that recalls the fusion-tinged jazz of the 1960s. You'll find the ranges to be very reasonable while challenging your students rhythmically.

A driving hip-hop groove, great ensemble writing, and plenty of space for solos all combine to create a chart that will be a favorite of both the band and the audience. Standard instrumentation; this chart

You're going to love this original tune. A solid, infectious 3/4 funk groove is coupled with a modern-sounding chord progression to give this driving chart plenty of audience appeal. Solos are offered for

Bug Juice is a groovy, hip-hop inspired chart that will give your best trumpet, tenor sax and trombone a great opportunity for showcasing! It also features a cool breakdown section with a nod to

The groove is funky rock in this chart on the signature Wes Montgomery tune. At about 140 bpm, the solos are suggested and written for guitar and for any C, B-flat, E-flat, or bass clef instrument for

A bass introduction leads to an alto sax and trumpet duet stating the melody at first, then the horn sections are highlighted before the full ensemble comes on strong. Featuring a mixture of rock styles,

Arranged here in a funky New Orleans style, the full ensemble takes the first statement after the piano introduction. The spotlight then moves between the saxes and the brass before a feature solo spot for

Dynamo is pure excitement right off the top! Utilizing a half-time rock feel throughout with a Latin flavor at times, the melody is carried by a trumpet/trombone duo, then by the trumpet section.

Featuring a laid back groove, this half-time rock chart starts with a burn in the rhythm section and then gives the band a chance to build the excitement. After an authoritative bridge, the energy drops