Intermediate Sheet Music for Jazz Ensemble and Big Band

In sort of a throwback style of slow funk, here is a skillfully composed vehicle for solo alto sax. Rich harmonies and an infectious groove help set the stage. And with careful pacing and tight ensemb...

In sort of a throwback style of slow funk, here is a skillfully composed vehicle for solo alto sax. Rich harmonies and an infectious groove help set the stage. And with careful pacing and tight ensemb...

Recorded by Tower of Power on their 1974 Urban Renewal album, this driving funk classic epitomizes the lasting appeal of this popular band. Mike Tomaro does a great job of adapting this for jazz ensem...

Originally recorded by the New Orleans funk band, The Meters, Hey Pocky Way is fashioned here by Eric Richards in the style of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band. A great change of pace number, and fun style...

Originally recorded by the New Orleans funk band, The Meters, Hey Pocky Way is fashioned here by Eric Richards in the style of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band. A great change of pace number, and fun style...

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...

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...

Here's the ultimate in contemporary funk from Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars! Paul Murtha captures all the style and attitude in this hot chart for jazz ensemble. The melody is skillfully passed around fr...

Here's the ultimate in contemporary funk from Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars! Paul Murtha captures all the style and attitude in this hot chart for jazz ensemble. The melody is skillfully passed around fr...

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...

Similar to Lee Morgan's famous Sidewinder, this tune is written in a moderate soul jazz vein. Mark's funky arrangement for 6 horns and rhythm section is sprinkled with stop time breaks and catchy riff...

Similar to Lee Morgan's famous Sidewinder, this tune is written in a moderate soul jazz vein. Mark's funky arrangement for 6 horns and rhythm section is sprinkled with stop time breaks and catchy riff...

Every band needs a good funk chart to add to its festival or concert repertoire and 'Mr. Funkyman!' from Mark Taylor is sure to fit the bill. Using a moderate tempo, the rhythm section churns througho...

Every band needs a good funk chart to add to its festival or concert repertoire and 'Mr. Funkyman!' from Mark Taylor is sure to fit the bill. Using a moderate tempo, the rhythm section churns througho...

Full of colorful and expressive harmonies, your choir will find deep beauty in this setting of a treasured spiritual. This moving testament of hope is supported beautifully by the piano accompaniment,...

Full of colorful and expressive harmonies, your choir will find deep beauty in this setting of a treasured spiritual. This moving testament of hope is supported beautifully by the piano accompaniment,...

From the landmark album Aja recorded by Steely Dan in 1977 here is an outstanding version for big band set in a moderate funk style. The chart opens with a duet for tenor and trombone, followed by the...

From the landmark album Aja recorded by Steely Dan in 1977 here is an outstanding version for big band set in a moderate funk style. The chart opens with a duet for tenor and trombone, followed by the...

Arranged here in a funky New Orleans style, the full ensemble takes the first statement after the piano intro. The spotlight then moves between the saxes amd the brass before a feature solo spot for t...

Arranged here in a funky New Orleans style, the full ensemble takes the first statement after the piano intro. The spotlight then moves between the saxes amd the brass before a feature solo spot for t...

Nobody does contemporary funk like Mark Taylor, and this great-sounding chart gives every section a chance to shine. Built over a recurring bass line, the catchy sax melody is accompanied by riffs fro...

Nobody does contemporary funk like Mark Taylor, and this great-sounding chart gives every section a chance to shine. Built over a recurring bass line, the catchy sax melody is accompanied by riffs fro...

This killer funk chart has everything your advanced jazz ensemble is looking for. Unbelievably hip melodies, an infectiously grooving rhythm section and tight horn licks. A brief 7/8 section is a witt...

This killer funk chart has everything your advanced jazz ensemble is looking for. Unbelievably hip melodies, an infectiously grooving rhythm section and tight horn licks. A brief 7/8 section is a witt...

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...