Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

The biting dissonance of the sharp 9 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 pie...

A funky rock chart with attitude, this piece is good-naturedly dedicated to that one person in the band who makes everyone late as their friends chant "we gotta go" in exasperation. The Saxes take the...

Spice up your holiday concert with this funk version of the traditional Dreidel Song. There are some great Bass and Bari Sax lines that your players can dig into and plenty of punchy brass. The middle...

This is a very easy "old school" funk tune that has a great vibe and is solid from top to bottom. It has a catchy hook that your band will love. The rhythm section parts are easy enough for younger pl...

This is a very easy "old school" funk tune that has a great vibe and is solid from top to bottom. It has a catchy hook that your band will love. The rhythm section parts are easy enough for younger pl...

Your band will have a blast with this low-down funky chart! Even though the title says "Don't Give Me Attitude," the ensemble will absolutely have to play with some swagger.

With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band's favorites. There's plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn...

Originally recorded by The Meters in 1969, Cissy Strut has since become a model for playing funk, recorded by both jazz and rock artists. The signature bass line is played by trombones, tenors and bar...

Let the rhythm section lay down an earthy groove in half-time funk. The horns ride along with a bluesy melody that builds to a great stop-time. Modest ranges all around with reduced instrumentation (3...

Let the rhythm section lay down an earthy groove in half-time funk. The horns ride along with a bluesy melody that builds to a great stop-time. Modest ranges all around with reduced instrumentation (3...

Let the rhythm section lay down an earthy groove in half-time funk. The horns ride along with a bluesy melody that builds to a great stop-time. Modest ranges all around with reduced instrumentation (3...

Let the rhythm section lay down an earthy groove in half-time funk. The horns ride along with a bluesy melody that builds to a great stop-time. Modest ranges all around with reduced instrumentation (3...

Let My People Go, based on the well-known spiritual, has been arranged as a unique, funky cha-cha! At a great tempo of 118 BPM, this chart has it all. (3:11)

Here's a cool arrangement for the Jazz Starters! series by Paul Clark featuring one of the most recognized of all holiday tunes! 'Jingle Bell Swing' is clever, fun, easy to prepare - plus, it swings!...

Your budding jazz drummer will sound like a star on “Stick With It!” This “Jazz Starters” chart by Todd Phillips is the perfect opportunity to feature your drum set player, and the easy accompanying p...

Victor López is the master of Latin music for young jazz ensembles, and his “Trompo Loco” for the Barnhouse “Jazz Starters” series is perfect for your young jazz ensembles. Intertwining Cha-Cha and Ro...

Joined At The Hip brings the unmistakable groove of funky '60s-style jazz to your young jazz ensemble. Part of the Barnhouse Jazz Starters! series, this flexible instrumentation chart features a laid-...

Crazy Walk is a high-energy, easy-level rock chart that's perfect for introducing young musicians to rock style! With its slightly funky feel, simple rhythms, and driving beat, this piece is both acce...

Smooth Sailing is a relaxed, easy swing chart that's perfect for helping young jazz players develop a strong sense of groove and timing. Written within the accessible guidelines of the Jazz Starters!...

Smooth Sailing is a relaxed, easy swing chart that's perfect for helping young jazz players develop a strong sense of groove and timing. Written within the accessible guidelines of the Jazz Starters!...

Carefully adapted for younger players, this arrangement of Cannonball Adderley's classic is set in a jazz-rock style throughout. The style remains faithful to the original, yet ranges and rhythms are...

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...

This early jazz standard from Duke Ellington features a slow and sultry blues style and a wonderfully plaintive melody. Written in a call and response format, this chart for young players also include...