Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

This driving shuffle with cool lines, surprising harmonies, great rhythm section hooks, and much more makes for a great opener for developing groups. The open solo section (written or ad lib) features...

standard jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba & vibes In this winning and well-articulated swing outing for developing groups, highlights include...

This great minor blues tune features sturdy swing rhythms and a memorable melody shared by the horn sections of the band. Any instrument may be featured during the written or ad lib open solo section....

This moderate swing chart for developing groups features an easy 8th-note riff melody played by the saxophone section. The brass add reinforcement throughout and lead the ensemble during the shout cho...

Composed by brothers Cannonball and Nat Adderley, this straight-eighth groove will captivate. At 120 BPM, the lead trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff, solos are written-out for alto and...

Originally recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann (but better known for the recording in 1981 by the Sugarhill Gang), this funky hit has remained a favorite. Feature your drummer or an additional percussi...

This tune is an example of classic R&B funk from the influential '60s band Booker T. & the MG's. With its infectious style and riff-based melodies, this tune never grows old. The solo section in this...

The best of the amazing Herbie Hancock! Arranger Mike Kamuf scores this hip, funky Herbie Hancock tune for the young player. This chart is ideal for this level with only three chords, a repetitive gro...

Slick and funky, this hot Gordon Goodwin chart is for the younger players. There are written solos for 1st alto (cued for 2nd alto) and a 1st trumpet solo cued in all four trumpet parts. Lead trumpet...

If you are looking for easy yet hip, this is it. A funky Tower of Power hit, this chart is accessible at 166 BPM with no solos and trumpet 1 range is to F top line. Fun to play. (2:35)

It's funky and accessible - it's a Gordon Goodwin tune arranged for young band. The tempo is around 180 BPM with written-out solos available for any saxophone. The lead trumpet range is to written G o...

A gem of a chart by Freddie Hubbard. This is a straight-eighths groove at 132 BPM with written solos for tenor and trumpet 2. The trumpet 1 range is to written G on top of the staff and it has a cleve...

Every program needs a great funk chart and this new original from George Shutack will kick your next concert into high gear. Plenty of fun playing for both the rhythm section and the wind section. And...

OK, this chart is just plain fun! It has a funky groove with a bit of pop flair. Lots of great horn licks and driving rhythm section parts add to the excitement. Don't be afraid to "Turn It Up!"

The Sam and Dave/Blues Brothers R & B standard is perfect for jazz ensemble! Big brass sounds and saxophone hits accent this great chart from Roy Phillippe. (duration 2:20)

Emulating the music of jazz greats Tito Puente and Eddie Palmieri, this funky Latin original with a 3:2 clave groove features a trumpet section soli, a written or ad lib trumpet solo, and a roaring en...

This accessible R&B original features a variety of rhythmic figures commonly used in rock and funk charts, with lush harmonies that support the memorable melody to give your developing band a very sop...

Wade in the Water is a gospel rock that should be played around 148 BPM featuring a slow chorale introduction and modest brass ranges. Check out the written solos for alto 1, trombone 1, and trumpet 1...

The spiritual Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho gets transported to the '40s big band era using the rhythmic feel and famous ostinato from Benny Goodman's Sing, Sing, Sing. With just a little rehearsal...

One of the all-time great tunes by jazz legend Thelonious Monk. This arrangement by Michael Sweeney is an authentic adaptation using the original key (Bb) and preserving Monk's unique rhythmic phrases...

This early jazz classic by Miles Davis is an excellent vehicle for introducing the blues. The trumpet soli section is derived from Miles' original solo and may be performed either as a solo or as a se...

In the tradition of 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy' and 'Chattanooga Choo Choo, ' here is one of the classic swing tunes from the '40s made famous by Louis Jordan. The saxes get a workout on the main theme,...