Without a rhythm section and ensemble to play with, it is easy for a drummer to make errors without knowing it. The Jazz Drummer's Reading Workbook provides written sequential

Evoking imagery of the boreal landscapes of Alaska and Canada, The North Zephyr draws from the ECM roots of Pat Metheny to create a floating, contemporary straight-eighth feel. An alluring melody

Inspired by the timeless Motown style of the '60s, this high-energy original will get your audience grooving along with its catchy chorus. Optional written solos or soli for the trumpet, trombone, tenor and

Electra Glide is a straight eighth-note rock chart featuring the rhythm section. The driving beat features a riff-like bass line underpinned by keys and guitar. Open fifth interval power chords are

Bring back the 1960s' rhythm and blues sound with this funky chart and let your rhythm section groove! The bluesy chord progression will remind listeners of such classics as Unchain My

This beginner blues rock chart introduces students to the blues progression in a straight-eighth setting. Instruments featured are saxes, trumpets, and drums. Repeated material and unison lines make this a

Street Funk is an accessible funk chart for young and developing jazz bands. The rhythms look a little difficult on paper, but are easy to feel and learn. The infectious hip-hop groove is sure to

Marie is a mid-tempo swing chart in Basie style built on an open fifth motive set to the name "ma-REE." Tenors and 'bones get to shine while introducing the melody, which goes on to be fleshed out with

Here is a lush, melancholy ballad featuring the full ensemble followed by an alto sax either written or improvised. After a brief sax soli, the ballad builds to an exhilarating finale.

Kick things off with this fast-paced swing chart that will get everyone dancing. Opening with a chorale-style introduction, this tune then shakes it up by diving into the swing section. Featuring solos for

Step into the Golden Age with this tune that pays homage to the artistic talents of Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman. This chart starts with a beautiful melody as an alto sax solo develops into a theme that

Here's a laid-back Basie-style swinger featuring tenor sax and piano solos. After vibrant sax soli and unison horn lines, the chart highlights an explosive shout chorus with some dynamic surprises. The lead

Here is an up-tempo swing chart in a modal, post-bop style employing chords with upper extensions and polychords, reminiscent of the musical styles of the Brecker Brothers, Pat Metheny, and Lyle Mays. Three

A straight-ahead swinger, this tune, named after a favorite granddaughter, features the sax section, a rollicking bari sax solo, a short piano solo, and ends with a crisp shout chorus. Fun to play!

Minor blues-based tunes are a staple of the jazz repertoire. Introduce your band to this form with this versatile medium-swing cooker. Idiomatic voicings are provided for the horns and rhythm section along

This straight-up fast swinger has great solo space for trumpet and drums. The quirky melody is played by the saxes with overlaid brass punches. Written in Dorian minor with plenty of quartal harmonies, this

This medium-tempo pop bossa chart is in the 1960s style of Sergio Mendes and Johnny Mandel. The light and airy Latin feel gives the sense of finding playful respite and relief from the sun on a hot day "in