Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

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

Jelly and Jam features some funky and bluesy riffs sandwiched between some driving rock grooves in the rhythm section. The open solo section features room to blow some funky ad lib blues over

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

Ralph Ford delivers a slammin' rock chart that's just right for developing jazz bands! Featuring playable grooves in the rhythm section and brass licks that pack a punch, this chart also

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

Squiggly is the ultimate feature for a contemporary guitarist. A quirky funk melody over a blues chord progression makes the perfect funk chart for any festival, contest or concert. The solo space

This Time / Last Year is a gorgeous, lyrical Metheny-style tune in 6/4. Featured are flugelhorn, alto and tenor on a haunting melody accompanied by plenty of ensemble power and a "bring the house

Games is a ferocious funk/fusion chart with a double-time swing bridge. This exciting modern chart features slap bass and solos for alto 1 and guitar. The chart roars to a big ending that will

Like a steampunk gearbox, this dynamic original is the perfect combination of mechanical precision and beauty. In a modern straight eighth-note style, the individual cycling melodies mesh neatly with one

Back Road is a bluesy, slow rocker that will have younger jazz bands begging to play it. It grooves along at about 80 bpm and features call and response melodies between the saxes and brass

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

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

As recorded by Ric Flauding.Blues-Funk. Very fun piece!"Ric, great song. Love the concept, the melody the arrangement. Just when you think you've heard it, harmonically it's suddenly goes to Cairo, did not

Carefully adapted for younger players, this chart on Cannonball Adderley's classic is set in a jazz/rock style throughout. The style remains faithful to the original, yet the ranges and rhythms are moderate

Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era, this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for younger players. No solos are required and the melody

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

Scorpion Dance is an exciting contemporary rock/fusion chart which has been played on national television and by all-state jazz bands in Wisconsin, Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. There's solo space

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

Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, this catchy tune often shows up in pop culture and on the airwaves in addition to the pop charts. This very easy ensemble-based arrangement will be instantly recognizable