Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

Alan Baylock's chart on this Eddie Harris jazz classic is exciting from the very first note. This updated and contemporary version features a straight-eighth boogaloo groove at about

Don't miss this great chart that's an ideal candidate for festivals and contests! It's a funky, straight-eighth groove on a sensational composition comfortably laying at about 118 bpm.

More accessible than most Gordon Goodwin charts, this one is a killer funk tune that is unbelievably exciting! Your jazz band players and audiences will dig the poppin' rhythmic figures, the funky

Here's Gordon Goodwin's slow, funky version of the holiday classic that's very clever with the initial melody line played by bass trombone and bari sax. The tempo is 110 bpm, it has soprano sax

Polar Vortex by Victor Lopez is designed to guarantee young jazz ensemble success! With a haunting melody, it will capture the imagination with a jazz/rock, even eighth note style at a

Here's an extremely well-conceived rock original that gets right on down and cooks! Just 'Cuz is played at around 132 bpm with the trumpet 1 range to written G on top of the staff. The solos are

Here's the ultimate in contemporary funk from Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars! Paul Murtha captures all the style and attitude in this exciting chart for jazz ensembles. The melody is skillfully passed

This trendy George Shutack original features a funky rock groove that students will love to play over and over. Add to that a strong melody with solid ensemble voicings, and you have a chart that's ideal

Recorded in 1984 by the German rock group Scorpions, this classic hard rock hit remains popular in today's culture thanks to sporting events, video games, TV and film. The features include a "shredding"

Here is one of the signature hits from the "Godfather of Soul" James Brown in a funky medium tempo well-scored chart! The saxes take the lead while the brass deliver all the tight horn riffs. The drummer

From the Trombone Shorty CD Backatown, this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel along with elements of contemporary rock. There's written or improvised solo space

From Trombone Shorty's acclaimed CD Backatown, here is the hot title cut arranged for big band in a funky medium tempo. Combining the elements of New Orleans second line and contemporary rock styles,

Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, this gospel-flavored rocker was then famously featured in the 1980 film "The Blues Brothers." There's a brief written solo

With its unmistakable bass line, just plain cool rhythmic groove, and infectious rock style, here's a classic 1970s hit that young players are sure to enjoy! Arranged with moderate ranges, easy

Drive the Bus is an exciting rock chart that your students will groove on! There's lots of space for your drummer to shine without having to play an extended open solo. The tempo locks in and

Cheeky is a catchy rock chart that will be a hit with young jazz musicians! The rhythm section parts are fully notated, and for maximum educational value, solo chords are provided for all

Dean's World will be the song of the year for your jazz ensemble! This energetic rock chart is very accessible for younger players featuring a funky bass line combined with catchy rhythmic figures

Boris and Natasha is an inspired rock shuffle for jazz ensembles. The melody is supported by sophisticated, yet accessible harmonies and an infectious groove. A switch to swing for the chorus is

This exciting funk chart is an excellent showcase for jazz ensembles. The groove is there right from the first bar and the stop-time middle section will amaze! The rhythm section parts are fully

Mike Tomaro makes sure that every section gets into the act in this uplifting chart on the megahit by Pharrell Williams. The breakdown section features clapping by the band members while the trombones carry

This is probably George Harrison's most famous contribution to the illustrious catalog of recordings by The Beatles! Mike Tomaro maintains the general flavor of the distinctive original and takes the

Ingeniously composed using just the three-note motif from the nursery rhyme Three Blind Mice, jazz keyboard master Steve Allee has created an impressive and unique fusion-style chart for

In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy award for best jazz instrumental soloist for his performance of this composition by Marcus Miller. From the album of the same name, Tutu is creatively

Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this rocker became a number 1 hit on the charts, and in 1975 became the first musical number ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live! Here is a funky version for