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A 1970s jazz staple with solo space (written) for alto 1 and/or trumpet 2, nice chord voicings throughout, and the lead trumpet top note to only a written G on top of the staff. Effortless to assemble and perform!

Recorded recently by Lady Gaga, this powerful rock tune is a throwback to the driving sounds of Madonna and the '80s. Solidly scored, this arrangement will come together quickly and sound great.

This is a wonderful flugelhorn feature in a samba feel with a relaxed groove. Everything is written-out for the soloist and chord changes are included as needed. This very catchy tune is ideal for your flugelhorn soloist with many facets for the soloist: basic melody, soli with the saxes, a written-out solo, a trading section with the band, and a nice big ensemble shout chorus.

One of Coldplay's most popular hits, “Clocks” won Record of the Year at the 2004 Grammy Awards. Instantly recognizable and solidly scored, here is an excellent version for young jazz ensemble.

With an upbeat samba groove, everybody gets some action, and the classic Maynard Ferguson trumpet solo is harmonised for the trumpet section---in a playable range. There is a sax soli that can also be a solo for any sax. An optional percussion part will complete this package.

A soulful tune with a catchy title and melody, Erik Morales captures composer Bobby Timmons’s medium swing groove. At 120 BPM, with a slightly mysterious intro, the saxes grab the melody and it builds from there. A written (or ad lib) alto solo is provided with a shout chorus. This is an outstanding chart in every respect.

Here is something unique and fresh-sounding for your holiday concert. Mark has taken this familiar carol and crafted it as a light bossa with creative harmonies and lush scoring. A tenor/trumpet duet recurs throughout, and solo space is provided for both.

Beginning with claps and foot stomps, the chart builds throughout. Includes a written-out alto solo and lead trumpet range to written B-flat above the staff.

A kickin' intro gives way to the melody's bounce between sections. Includes a written (or ad lib) alto solo, an excellent shout chorus, and the lead trumpet top note is a written B.

One of the most recognized TV themes of all time is hot again thanks to the new hit version of the original series. Paul's authentic-sounding arrangement races through a variety of key centers and gives every section of the ensemble something cool to play. Requires no solos.

One of the signature television themes of our time, this instantly recognizable Mike Post composition adapts perfectly for jazz ensemble in this authentic sounding arrangement from John Berry. Includes brief solos for trumpet and alto sax

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s, this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around to all sections. Also includes a brief solo for tenor sax.

This is NOT the '60s pop hit recorded by Bobby Vee, but the classic jazz standard recorded by luminaries such as John Coltrane, Paul Desmond, and Horace Silver (and originally the theme song of the 1948 film noir starring Edward G. Robinson). Here's a great sounding Latin style setting creatively scored for young players with beautiful lines and countermelodies. Includes solos for alto sax and trombone

More chicken please! Kris Berg brings you another helping with “No Spring Chicken.” The groove is totally funky, solos are written-out for tenor and trumpet, lead trumpet range is to written B, the bass part is fun but not too difficult, and that’s the meat of it.

Recorded by Bob Seger, this hard-hitting classic rock tune continues to be a favorite. Saxes are featured on the melody and there is a flexible solo section for any combination of alto sax, trumpet or trombone. Sure to be a hit!

Lady Gaga is currently riding the wave of popularity with catchy tunes and a stunning style. Here is one of her signature hits in a terrific version for jazz ensemble. Solidly scored and fun to play!

At 138 BPM, alto and trumpet state the melody's expansion and development. This chart has written alto and trumpet or tenor and trombone solos, then a cool sax soli, followed by a modulation and a big ensemble chorus to end with a flourish. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff.

Big band bebop! This is a great Charlie Parker classic arranged as a swing at around 180 BPM. The melody is stated by alto, tenor and trumpet 2 followed by written trumpet 2, tenor 1 solos, a full ensemble chorus, and the lead trumpet top note is to written A.

Originally recorded in 1983, this is one of ZZ Top's best-known hits. This hard-driving rock arrangement will sound great even without long beards and hot cars!

Composed by George Harrison and recorded by the Beatles on Abbey Road, this has become one of the most enduring ballads of the rock era. With a beautifully constructed melody and rich harmonic structure, John Wasson has created a marvelous setting for young jazz ensembles.

Everyone knows the familiar version recorded in the late '50s by the Champs, but here is a unique arrangement for jazz ensemble in a salsa style that's sure to be a treat for players and listeners alike. The flexible solo section allows any player to join in the fun!

The format is a swing feel with a Latin bridge, just like the original Cannonball Adderley version. In the development section, the horns are featured alone along with an a cappella section including solis for the saxophone and trumpet sections and passages featuring all the horns. A written-out alto solo is provided with backgrounds.

If you want to play original Gordon Goodwin charts but find them too challenging, you have to try this chart! Lead trumpet range to written G on top of the staff with an open solo section and written-out solos provided for E-flat, B-flat instruments and trombone. It’s the Gordon Goodwin Big Phat Band sound---but accessible for your band.

A swing tempo at around 160 BPM, the melody is stated by alto 1, trumpet 1 and trombone 1, add some ensemble counterpoint, some solo space (written) for trumpet 2 and ‘bone 1 and you have all the right stuff. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff with optional higher notes. Rhythm section parts are well-written.