Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

A movement of a suite yet to be completed, this is a musical portrait of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania's Chimney Rocks a few hundred years ago, when the land was inhabited by Susguehannock

Here's a rock chart that fires on all cylinders and stays cool with a driving groove in the rhythm section. Additional features include a half-time groove and written or improvised solos for the

This up-tempo Latin/rock chart is pure fun. The low voices start it out, followed by the melody statement in the saxes, punctuated by brass hits. Then the melody moves to the brass with a sax

Big Time is a great funk chart with a hot melody that's fused with a swinging bass line and a half-time, hip hop groove. It includes a fun saxophone soli, written or ad lib solos for tenor and

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

Composed by Eugene McDaniels in the 1960s, this soulful funk tune has been recorded by a number of artists, notably Les McCann and Eddie Harris, Ray Charles, and Al Jarreau. John Wasson's version for big

This medium-funky chart that is guaranteed to put a smile on everyone's face. A hip and clever composition from John Ellis arranged by Jamey Simmons, this chart has wonderful ensemble passages with lots of

Set in an easy-going rock feel, this Pat Metheny and Lyle Mays composition is sure to be a band and audience favorite. Based on the original recording from the Pat Metheny Group album We Live Here, Here

Here's a Mike Carubia chart that provides a ton of interest from the opening a cappella hymn section to the full-blown ensemble with drum solos mixed in throughout. The dramatic sound of the ensemble

Here's the chicken funk chart for 2017! This one grooves from top to bottom and you'll really dig the deep, funky groove played around 160 bpm. Written or improvised solo space is provided for trumpet and

This Rick Lawn chart is a high-energy thriller working both ends of the deal! Streetwise by day and suave and sophisticated by night, this chart covers all the bases from the opening rock guitar riff

This funky rocker pays homage to the great Freddie Hubbard with a groove your rhythm section will really dig and simple but solid grooving lines in the horns. This chart is a lot of fun - the funky solo

Give your band this rockin' chart and they'll be flying high in no time! Bass trombone and bari sax players will really dig the unison lines, and the drummer has plenty of opportunities to get his

Randy Newman tunes are always fun and creative, and Joe Cocker made this one even more fun! This salty and rockin' blues tune makes a jazz ensemble arrangement that has plenty of big hits and

Inspired by the Weather Report classic Birdland, the drummer and bassist set up the groove and it's off to the races with a floating melody that soars over the rhythm section. Written or ad lib

For Little Big Band+. Features Piano &/or Bb Instrument (Sop. Sax). Very fun piece! Smooth Jazz-Funk. Appropriate for College and High School jazz bands. Also works for a combo.... view details

Porcupine is a dramatic rock chart that your jazz band and school community will enjoy. Trombones, trumpets and saxes all get the melody at different times. Short drum solo breaks set

This classic funk tune from the 1970s was written by Stevie Wonder, but became a huge hit for Rufus and Chaka Khan. Featuring a slow and driving pulse with heavily syncopated figures, this chart provides a

Similar to Lee Morgan's Sidewinder, this tune is written in a moderate soul/jazz style. This funky arrangement for six horns and rhythm section is sprinkled with stop-time breaks and catchy

With its well-rounded form, Boogaloo for Two is a fast funk chart that effectively combines the elements of funk and jazz. The full ensemble hits it right off the top then the trumpets carry

A totally energetic and exciting rock chart, Line Drive features a hip, driving minor-key melody over a set of shifting and unexpected chord changes. Built upon a 12-bar frame, it features

With a nice groove and a catchy theme, Chromatically Yours is a relaxed, minor blues rock chart full of chromatic lines and fills that will help students to practice the art of

James Brown had many great hits, and this one translates into a funky jazz band chart that's sure to be a favorite. Set at around 116 bpm, it exudes all the soul and funk of the Godfather of Soul

With a cool groove at a moderate tempo, Late to Lunch is a laid-back and soulful funk chart that will get your band groovin' hard in the friendly key of B-flat. The features include a