Six of One is a hypnotic straight-eighth jazz waltz in the style of guitarist Pat Metheny that adds additional colors with soprano sax and flugelhorns. Creative counterpoint, part independence, and
Based on the chord changes to Herbie Hancock's Canteloupe Island, this high-energy funky rock chart shines the spotlight on each section of the band and features a sax section soli as well.
This wonderfully musical chart features a light rock, straight eighth note groove as a foundation for a beautiful, soulful tune that conjures images of a lonesome road. Inventive harmonies 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 energetic Latin rock chart features a driving beat and a more relaxed half-time feel. Numerous solo opportunities with written solos are provided along with easy, accessible chord changes. There's
Beginning with a slinky piano riff, Moon Juice builds to a full ensemble with lots of moving parts, all riding on top of a funky hip-hop-style groove. The piano is featured throughout the
Slow Your Roll features a funky, laid-back acoustic bass line, setting a tone that recalls the quirky and sardonic style of the Brecker Brothers. The horns are divided into several cross-sectional
This funky horn-driven chart weaves in and out of the boundaries with winding chromatic lines and high-energy accompaniment. The features include a solid rhythm section pulse, ample full ensemble scoring,
Here's a flashback to the funky 1970s themes of Quincy Jones and Tower of Power, including optional wah-wah guitar! Each horn section gets a workout while the rhythm section percolates underneath. Solo
Choose the Blues is a medium-tempo 12-bar blues with written solos for all players. The solo backgrounds highlight all sections, plus there's a rewarding shout section that adds an exciting flavor.
Stan's Plan features a rock/fusion groove and is inspired by the harmonies of Stan Kenton's Artistry in Rhythm as interpreted by the Brecker Brothers. After an intensely
With a tempo around 152 bpm, this chart sets the tone from the first measure with a cool fusion groove in the rhythm and trombones, and there's a cool bari part too! There's great variety with the feel
This is a seriously funky chart that's like a party on staff paper! A funky Prince-like guitar riff sets the groove and the brass section ushers in the melody. There's a lot of back and forth interplay in
Rick Lawn brings us a funky take on a stretched-out blues form with a slippery melody and sophisticated harmonies. All goes according to plan through the melody and alto sax solo. A challenging unison brass
Front Row Seats is an accessible, good-time swing chart based on the chord changes of the Sonny Rollins jazz standard Doxy. This fun swing chart features the saxophone section on the
A fun take on the famous rhythm changes from I've Got Rhythm, this chart evokes images of children at play. All sections have the opportunity to shine as they take their turns. Written solos
Here is a high-energy melodic rock chart that features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the famous Pat Metheny Group. Hitting hard from the outset, this chart provides great opportunities to show off
Camisa Negra simmers with attitude! Beginning with a funky bass riff, this Latin/soul groove chart features the alto sax with a saucy melody and solo choruses. A trombone solo comes next
Gifted composer Paul Baker has crafted a bright swing chart that has it all! It's a bright swinger, has tons of energy, features "blues with a bridge" solos for tenor and trumpet, an eight-bar drum
Samba Nova has a breezy samba melody suited for a beach in Rio while melodic counterpoint plays in the sand. Following a funky half-time interlude the trumpet takes the first solo, followed by
Lunacity is a happy shuffle, and you won't be able to listen to it without tapping your toe and smiling! It opens with a Count Basie-style piano solo before the ensemble sets up the
What's That? is a modern-sounding chart based on the chord changes of Miles Davis' iconic So What. An easy swing tempo around 138 bpm makes this an excellent chart for beginning
A straight-ahead swinger in the style and vocabulary of the late, great Sammy Nestico, this chart features numerous opportunities to feature soloists (written solos provided for alto sax, trumpet, trombone,