Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

This is the song that every band wants to play, and this very easy arrangement makes it possible for even beginning jazz ensembles. Don't miss out on the fun!

This classic rock hit from the '60s sounds just as dynamic today as when it was first recorded. The saxes and trumpets take turns on the melody, and there is a solo (or soli) for any sax. This one wil...

This huge James Brown hit is sure to be a favorite with all audiences, Jerry's rockin' chart is 8th-note based and easy to learn. Great choice!

It's hot - way hot! This jazz-rock chart hits hard and keeps going. The young players will really dig into it. No individual solos, but plenty of action for everybody! Easy ranges. It will take some w...

This lyrical melody was scored with an easy rock groove for full ensemble. Features include a stop-time interlude, lead trumpet range to written F top line, clear and accurate rhythm section parts, an...

Feature your drummer with this rock chart with just a hint of metal! An original by David Bandman with a big shout chorus, easy written 8-bar solos for tenor and trumpet and a written-out drum solo, i...

The tempo of this recognizable rock tune by The Doors is 110 BPM with a written-out piano solo, accessible brass, and easy rhythms. You'll have a hit for any concert setting! (2:49)

What a great title - 'Along for the Ride' - clearly a great rock arrangement for a young jazz ensemble. Specific articulation notation, easy brass ranges, a written tenor sax solo (the ride), optional...

Rhythm Is Gonna Get You' arranged by Victor López, is hot and exciting Latin rock! This groove is loaded with tons of energy plus it has a cool melody hook, no solos, two auxiliary percussion parts, a...

Rhythm Is Gonna Get You' arranged by Victor López, is hot and exciting Latin rock! This groove is loaded with tons of energy plus it has a cool melody hook, no solos, two auxiliary percussion parts, a...

A funky-rock groove on a great jazz tune played around 112 BPM. Suggested solos provided for trumpets 1 and alto 1 with trumpet 1 range to written top line F. An excellent blues chart that is fun to p...

A funky-rock groove on a great jazz tune played around 112 BPM. Suggested solos provided for trumpets 1 and alto 1 with trumpet 1 range to written top line F. An excellent blues chart that is fun to p...

A funky-rock groove on a great jazz tune played around 112 BPM. Suggested solos provided for trumpets 1 and alto 1 with trumpet 1 range to written top line F. An excellent blues chart that is fun to p...

A funky-rock groove on a great jazz tune played around 112 BPM. Suggested solos provided for trumpets 1 and alto 1 with trumpet 1 range to written top line F. An excellent blues chart that is fun to p...

This driving rock chart is sure to be a hit not only with the band, but with the audience as well. The infectious groove, the building pyramids and the catchy melody all combine to create a perfect ch...

This driving rock chart is sure to be a hit not only with the band, but with the audience as well. The infectious groove, the building pyramids and the catchy melody all combine to create a perfect ch...

Composer Steve Wiest is known for his music for advanced ensembles but he has unleashed his creative powers on this easy, funky piece called Otto Korrekt. It has some fantastic "left turns" in the orc...

Composer Steve Wiest is known for his music for advanced ensembles but he has unleashed his creative powers on this easy, funky piece called Otto Korrekt. It has some fantastic "left turns" in the orc...

Everything you have come to expect from a Carl Strommen chart is on display in this gospel-tinged rock piece. Solid from start to finish and very playable, this will be a hit with your band and it mak...

If you are looking for a unique change of pace chart for your next performance, check out "Blue Valentine." This Jazz Rock ballad is flowing and melodic but filled with contemporary harmony. The focus...

Here's a very easy rock tune with a fun twist - it is built on ten measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry with this one and will have a blast in the process. Punchy Brass licks and out...

This rock medley gives a Broadway-style treatment to some of the most beloved patriotic tunes including America, Yankee Doodle, The Marines' Hymn, Battle Hymn of the Republic, and Stars and Stripes Fo...

Recorded by such greats as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and most recently Michael McDonald, this rockin' Motown classic will sound great with your beginning players. Easy to learn and fun to play!

From the driving rock style to the familiar call and response refrain, this easy arrangement of the Ray Charles classic will be fun to play and easy to learn. (Remember the John Belushi Beethoven skit...

Featuring powerful riffs and a driving hook, this high-energy rock hit from teen sensation Hannah Montana (Miley Cyrus) will be a hit with your band. Requires no solos.