Funk Jazz Ensemble Sheet Music

This is our hottest rocker in the funky Tower of Power tradition this year. The second trumpet and lead tenor share the head and solo responsibilities and Rob provides a written solo as well as change...

Alternating between rock and half-time funk, this chart makes use of a drum groove similar to the ever-popular Birdland. The catchy melody is first presented by tenor and trumpet then spreads througho...

Alternating between rock and half-time funk, this chart makes use of a drum groove similar to the ever-popular Birdland. The catchy melody is first presented by tenor and trumpet then spreads througho...

This jazz standard gets a bold, modern makeover with a metal fusion twist! Crunchy guitar riffs, optional double bass drum time, and high-flying horn acrobatics push the energy to the max. Quirky, une...

This jazz standard gets a bold, modern makeover with a metal fusion twist! Crunchy guitar riffs, optional double bass drum time, and high-flying horn acrobatics push the energy to the max. Quirky, une...

Wilson Pickett for your jazz ensemble? Absolutely! Victor Lopez does it best by taking a classic rock song and adapting it for the young jazz ensemble player. What a solid groove tempo for the band--t...

Whoa, hold on to your feathers! If you want energy and excitement and a funky groove, then check out Kris Berg's chart, The Chicken. The legendary electric bassist Jaco Pastorius recorded this powerho...

This chart for developing groups combines old school funk and modal rock, along with a bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scal...

This tuneful funk/rock chart for developing groups starts off with a bang and doesn't let up. Set in a half-time feel, the initial bluesy melody is contrasted by a riff at the bridge and additional co...

This funky rock tune includes conservative ranges, fully written-out rhythm section parts, and repetitive rhythms which makes it playable by advancing groups through professionals. The piano has a sol...

A hip, funky rock chart. Thad at his peak re-scored for today's young stars.

An exciting, contemporary rock / fusion piece which has been played on national television and by All-State jazz bands in Wisconsin, Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. Solo space for Tpt. and/or Tenor. (10...

This is Lyle at his wildest!! A funk/rock, quirky tune that just burns with energy and excitement! Listen to the Curnow Big Band CD. Features tenor sax and lots of out sounds. Great fun! (8 brass w/op...

An exciting, driving disco-styled chart ideally suited for younger players. A guaranteed winner!

Nothing says Motown like this #1 Aretha Franklin hit from 1967! Add this to your jazz ensemble's set list, and watch the crowd get movin'.

The music of the Jackson 5 remains as popular today as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from the Motown era in a funky arrangement by John Wasson. Skillfully scored for the entire band.

From the highly anticipated Justin Timberlake album The 20/20 Experience, here is an authentic-sounding version of the hit 'Suit & Tie' for jazz ensemble. Featuring a medium tempo R&B groove and sizzl...

Although originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966, this familiar hit has remained popular thanks to covers by artists such as Otis Redding, David Bowie, and Eric Clapton. This dynamic version for yo...

This pop hit recorded by the Emotions in 1997 has a distinctive Earth, Wind & Fire vibe thanks to composers Maurice White and Al McKay. Most recently used as the basis for Paul Russell's “Lil Boo Than...

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...

A Soul vocal take on Zawinul's Mercy Mercy Mercy, performed with style by Nancy Wilson. The emotions behind this vocal are pure Soul - a mix of pleading, despair, hope and frustration. The arrangement...

This is a contemporary and funky-ballad treatment of this classic vocal. The key is D minor, the vocal range is A below middle C to 2nd space A. The instrumental parts are very reachable with lead tru...

Here is a fresh take on the bebop blues classic by Charlie Parker. The chart starts out in a funk style and then alternates with swing sections. Soloists have a chance to improvise in both styles.

This invigorating chart stays true to the classic sound of its creator Stevie Wonder. It features a medium slow groove and a flexible solo section. Guaranteed fun.

Brass and sax unisons, easy figures and a rich harmonic structure will make this a big hit with everyone. The primary solo is reserved for trumpet (optional written solo provided), but piano adds some...