Everyone knows this Henry Mancini favorite, but not like this! Mike Tomaro has gleefully twisted the well-known melody into a New Orleans-style second line groove for jazz ensemble! The signature bass line

Los Angeles-based jazz composer Jeff Jarvis composed this tuneful funk chart entitled Backdraft. This medium-level chart has all the characteristics of Jarvis' best-selling funk charts such as

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

Here's a hot, medium-tempo funk chart that contrasts funky, swing 16th rhythmic figures with smooth legato brass lines. The solo space is open with the ensemble cookin' and poppin' behind the

Warning: this tune is extremely catchy and may not leave you alone! Clambake is built upon a classic Bo Diddley groove, and written in B-flat for accessible improvisation. It's scored for three

This exciting chart has a driving 12/8 funk feel that is sure to engage your jazz ensemble and its audiences with its relentless intensity, but without excessive brass ranges with the trumpets going to

Bob James of TV's Taxi fame delivers this inventive tale on Georges Bizet's Farandole, here adapted for big band. The contemporary funk style is captivating - an exciting trip for the

In the spirit of Frank Mantooth and Ashley Alexander, this funk chart provides each section of the band with exciting and distinctive roles that come together and meld into a funky, backbeat groove with a

This funk chart was originally recorded by the Yellowjackets for their Time Squared CD. Filled with unexpected twists and turns, this big band version requires a triplet-based swing feel similar to hip-hop.

Hard Hittin' is a swing/funk chart written at about 184 bpm, but sounds like it's written at half that tempo... a great feel! The drummer needs to be on top of the game in this one. There's a

Hit It! is a 16th note funk chart with a Tower of Power flavor, set over a modal sounding A minor blues structure. An accessible solo vehicle with ad lib solo parts included for all, it's a great

Beginning with a slinky piano riff, Moon Juice builds to a full ensemble with lots of moving parts, all riding on top of a funky hip-hop-style groove. The piano is featured throughout the

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

Here's a challenging funk chart with a modal nature, giving it an Eastern flair. Open up the solo section for improvised solos, or just play the written or improvised guitar solo. Ultimately adaptable, it

This challenging big band version of Pharaoh's Funk is modal in nature, giving it an eastern flair with funk energy. Open up the solo section for improvised solos, or just play the written or

Perfect for concert or contest, this Latin rock chart channels the styling of Carlos Santana with a shimmering guitar part that is perfect for a strong performer. From top to bottom, this chart is hot and

Here's a flashback to the funky 1970s themes of Quincy Jones and Tower of Power, including optional wah-wah guitar! Each horn section gets a workout while the rhythm section percolates underneath. Solo