Tired of sleepy bossa nova charts? Well, sit up and take notice because this one is different! This unique and beautifully crafted bossa nova features very colorful harmonies and enough syncopation to be
From the group Fall Out Boy, here is their high-energy rock hit that features a relentless rock beat and quotes from the familiar '60s television series The Munsters. This easy-to-learn arrangement will
Undercover Bossa is an accessible Latin original written in bossa nova style, as well as elements of other popular Latin styles. It features moderate brass ranges and employs a tuneful melody
This great tune as arranged by Rich Sigler just feels good all the time! The nice, swingin' groove happens immediately, and the backgrounds on the second half of the chorus provide very cool transitions and
This beautiful jazz ballad is the perfect showcase for an aspiring trumpet soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmonies combine to create a wonderful change-of-pace chart. While there is a short
This driving rock version of Up on the Housetop is full of interesting surprises and perfect for young jazz bands or experienced ensembles. After establishing the funky rock groove, there's a duet
Here's a great chart on a holiday favorite that will go together quickly and sound great! After a short intro it settles in at around 128 bpm and swings well. There are no individual solos,
Just like the title, this funk/rock chart on the Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars megahit is loaded with powerful energy! The tempo is around 112 bpm, there's a written alto sax solo provided, and it goes all
From Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, this monster hit is the perfect throwback to a funky R&B style! This arrangement for younger players features modest ranges and repetitive yet authentic-sounding
Starting off with a hard-swinging sax soli, this is a very cool shuffle-swing groove. Written solos are provided for trombone and alto. There is a stop-time interlude, a big shout chorus, and an optional
Here's a beautiful ballad at about 76 bpm for the youngest jazz ensembles. Perfect for introducing soft legato playing at a slow tempo, it's mostly scored for the full ensemble. There are numerous short
Here's a powerhouse arrangement of this rock classic that will motivate your students and excite your audiences. It's got plenty of solid full-band writing as well as sectional solis and trades.
This Latin tune has a unique feel and flavor that you and your students will have a great time putting together! The ensemble is featured throughout, with each section getting an opportunity to show their
Recorded by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has staying power with its strong rhythmic base and catchy melodies. This very easy chart will come together quickly with limited
Here's a great setting for younger jazz bands of this favorite! After a slow, six-measure chorale introduction, it breaks into a bluesy style that leads to an all-out gospel rock feel. Highlights include a
Smash Mouth's debut single, this moderately paced rock hit features the trombones on the melody accompanied by the infectious and ever-churning groove. The melody is eventually passed to the trumpets and
The fun Latin/rock groove makes this chart for young jazz bands an ideal choice for working on melodic ensemble phrasing in the brass and saxophones. The solo section lies well for any instrument,