Jazz Charts with Reduced Instrumentation

Recorded by the rock band Blue Swede in the 1970s, this catchy hit enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the blockbuster movie "Guardians of the Galaxy." This very easy jazz version features

With a catchy melody, jazzy call-and-response licks, and a fun Latin feel, Hop, Skip 'nda Jump really bounces off the page. It initially features trumpet and alto, then layers in the rest of the

Remember this tune? Originally recorded by the group America, it's a simple, swing-feel chart that has a very memorable melody. Victor Lopez has done a super job arranging it for beginning jazz band. It has

Don't miss this medium tempo swing chart with great melodic lines and options for open solos. There is one suggested solo written for tenor sax in the solo section and chord symbols for all horn players.

"Hot Jazz" from the 30's! With a retro swing feel, this chart sounds like Benny Goodman has returned for another shot. You can almost hear Gene Krupa playing the drum part in the middle section. The solo

This beautiful bossa nova melody by Antonio Carlos Jobim has become a familiar standard as recorded by numerous jazz artists. The accessible Paul Murtha chart features smooth and tasteful scoring for the

Creatively set in the style of a New Orleans street beat, here is a new take on an old favorite! It's a perfect example of an early jazz tune that has stood the test of time and will add the element of fun

This familiar Motown hit features an unmistakable style and sound that has remained popular for five decades! Recorded by a number of artists, the version by Marvin Gaye is considered an R&B classic.

Recorded by the Backstreet Boys in 1999, this enduring hit was hailed by critics as the pop ballad of that year. With the melody skillfully passed from section to section, this arrangement goes together

Whitney Houston will always be remembered for this signature ballad. Here is a great-sounding arrangement that features a written solo for alto saxophone, tasteful ensemble accompaniment lines, and later a

Need something for that holiday concert that goes together quickly and also sounds great? Rick Stitzel's easy Latin style arrangement of this Christmas classic features plenty of tutti ensemble playing for

Recorded by The Jackson 5, this was a number-one hit in 1970 and again in 1992 when it was recorded by Mariah Carey. This easy ballad is a nice change of pace for beginning jazz bands. Optional reduced or

Since its release in 1971, John Lennon's poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry's arrangement for younger players is in the style of a rock ballad with a contemporary

In Your Dreams... is an exceptional ballad feature for solo trombone or tenor saxophone. The rhythmic and technical demands are minimal allowing rehearsal time to focus on musicality and

This rendition of a much-loved holiday classic starts with a well-balanced chorale and then throws the band into a sizzling Latin groove! This fresh take sounds sophisticated but is accessible to young

Sit back, relax, and let the groove take over! Not too fast, not too slow, not too loud, not too soft...it's like Goldilocks wrote a funk chart for small groups. The rhythm section isn't featured but

Sit back, relax, and let the groove take over! Not too fast, not too slow, not too loud, not too soft...it's like Goldilocks wrote a funk chart. The rhythm section isn't featured but they are key to holding