Intermediate Jazz Ensemble

Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for alto and trumpet are included along with the rhythmic...

With more than a nod to the original recording by Steely Dan, Mike takes this tune to new heights in his funky and stylized version. Featuring a tenor and trombone duet at the top, this chart is also...

From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed Innervisions album from 1973, this infectious funk tune has been covered by a variety of artists over the years and found its way into several movies. With a distinctive...

From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed Innervisions album from 1973, this infectious funk tune has been covered by a variety of artists over the years and found its way into several movies. With a distinctive...

Reminiscent of the sassy and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn, here is a hot re-working of the classic Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a spar...

In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy award for best jazz instrumental soloist for his performance on this composition by Marcus Miller. From the album by the same name, Tutu is creatively arranged...

Here is one of the signature hits from the 'Godfather of Soul” James Brown in a funky and well-scored chart. The saxes take the lead while the brass deliver all the tight horn riffs. An optional open...

From the Trombone Shorty CD 'Backatown', this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel. In this exciting arrangement, the ensemble alternately screams with the ful...

From the Trombone Shorty CD 'Backatown', this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel. In this exciting arrangement, the ensemble alternately screams with the ful...

This funk classic from Jaco Pastorius naturally features a prominent role for the bass player. Skillfully arranged for full jazz ensemble, the back and forth riffs are traded between smaller groups wi...

This classic funk tune from the '70s was written by Stevie Wonder, but became a huge hit for Rufus and Chaka Khan. Featuring a slow and driving pulse with heavily syncopated figures, this chart provid...

Recorded by Joe Sample and The Crusaders in 1971, Put It Where You Want It is a great example of an early jazz fusion tune that has stood the test of time. Mike Tomaro's terrific setting shows a conte...

This grooving funk chart was written for the 2025 South Carolina All-State Jazz Ensemble. With biting rhythms, harmonic twists and fresh orchestrations, this chart offers a different sound that will b...

Your rhythm section, especially your bass player, will particularly dig this arrangement of the experimental funk classic from Miles Davis. Open solos for all instruments. Lead Trumpet plays high C. L...

Medium funk, combo version recorded by Bob Mintzer on One Music (DMP 488). Lead trumpet: notated B2; Lead trombone: A1. Medium advanced

Rhythmically challenging Latin-funk piece, recorded on Departure (DMP 493). Very moderate brass ranges. Medium advanced

A chorale intro leads into a funky groove. Saxes take the heat with some hot solis, and the brass section stays busy as well. Rhythm section parts are critical, especially the bass, but it's not too c...

This Cuban-flavored salsa is interspersed with some funk grooves. At 190 BPM, this chart includes written solos for trumpet 2 and tenor, and a lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. Also...

Down To The Nightclub' der Funkband Tower of Power mit Soli für Tenorsaxophon, Posaune oder Gitarre. Tonumfang der Lead-Trompete bis c3

Bring pure funk and electrifying club energy to the stage! With "Down To The Nightclub" by the legendary band Tower of Power, published by Belwin Music, you can add an explosive groove powerhouse to y...

In the style of the late, great Roy Hargrove, this straight-eighth funky chart soars. It's played around 100 BPM and the lead trumpet range is to written D above the staff. A burnin' sax soli is follo...

Experience a timeless classic in a thrilling, brand-new outfit: with "Funky Bolero", Editions Marc Reift brings Maurice Ravel's world-famous masterpiece directly to the big band stage! The original's...

In composer Peter Sciaino's own words "I was going for a New Orleans vibe...like a Dirty Dozen Brass Band sort of thing but it went J.B. Horns (James Brown) style at some point." That beautifully sums...

Bring pure funk and infectious energy to the stage with the unforgettable classic "Pick Up The Pieces"! Originally recorded in 1975 by the Average White Band, this worldwide smash hit continues to thr...

Reminiscent of the sassy and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn, here is a hot re-working of the classic Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a spar...