Jazz/Rock and Funk Jazz Ensemble Charts

Good times start here! The chart opens with just a snare drum playing backbeats, and the driving rock beat continues throughout. There are many opportunities for drum breaks. Some have suggested fills

Go on a secret mission with this spy-film-inspired chart. The open solo section is based on minor blues changes, and changes are written for all instruments. 

Here's a catchy and easy-to-play arrangement of the jazz classic. Written-out suggested solos are provided for tenor sax and trumpet. The trumpet range is to written E top space. This arrangement is very

If you are looking for a fresh-sounding Latin rock chart that features the full ensemble, look no further. After the dynamic introduction, tenor sax and trumpet 1 lead the way. Several harmonic, melodic,

A high-energy Latin rock tune is always fun, and this one fills that slot perfectly. Students will get the opportunity to practice blues form, and solid ensemble writing will help this chart come together

A fantastic example of how simple writing can be highly engaging and effective. With an intro that can stand on its own, this great chart sets a bluesy rendition of Jericho with quotes

Rock out with this awesome chart written to accommodate reduced instrumentation. This straight-eighth piece is a fantastic tune for any concert program. 

Work on rock style techniques for your beginning jazz ensemble with this medium-tempo rock chart. Through its varying articulation markings and rock phrasing, this catchy song is great for helping young

This easy funk chart is one that your band is going to instantly love! Full of memorable sax licks and punchy brass, you will need this one in your lineup. 

Here's a classy way to introduce the bossa nova style to your developing players. This lyrical chart is great for focusing on developing dynamic phrasing without being too advanced. 

Although known primarily as the theme for the famed Harlem Globetrotters, this familiar standard has remained popular through the years with recordings by countless jazz artists. Here's a fun version for

A modern treatment of the well-known folk song with some modern harmony and easy syncopation. This features a medium rock groove with the trumpet 1 range to written E top space. There are no solos, so this

Your young rhythm section will really be able to dig in with this funky cut-time rock chart. It features bold melodies along with some compelling counterlines from the saxes and guitar. Driving rock is at

The biting dissonance of the sharp nine chord is used as the centerpiece for this free-spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece

Here's an approachable rock tune with a fun twist - it is built on ten-measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry and will have a blast in the process. Punchy brass licks and outstanding

Here we have a '60s-style original rock chart that's easy to play and features solo opportunities for saxes, trumpets, and trombones. It also features a fun clapping section. The unique title will get your

This driving rock chart has a seventies vibe and will be a great contrasting piece for your program. Great for helping young rhythm sections play together, it is perfect for concerts, festivals, or

Inspired by an early morning sunrise, open harmonies and a straight eighth note groove give this chart a very contemporary feel. An excellent point-of-contrast in a program, the simple but memorable

Every program needs a great funk chart, and this original will kick your next "funktion" into high gear. There is plenty of great playing for both the rhythm and the wind sections. Flexible scoring will

This chart features plenty of interesting melodic, harmonic and rhythmic twists. There is an open solo section for all of the instruments and optional reduced and extended instrumentation to make this work

One of the signature tunes of the Cannonball Adderley Quintet and composed by Nat Adderley, this familiar jazz standard remains as popular today as when it first arrived in 1960. Arranged here in a solid

Recorded by the rock band Blue Swede in the 1970s, this catchy hit enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the blockbuster movie "Guardians of the Galaxy." This very easy jazz version features