Hal Leonard partitions big band

Bring pure funk energy to the stage with "Pick Up The Pieces"! This legendary 1975 smash hit by the Average White Band is one of the ultimate classics of the genre and continues to thrill music lovers...

From jazz great Freddie Hubbard, here is one of his most famous tunes in a solidly written chart by Mark Taylor. With a funky rock feel and well-known riffs, your band will enjoy performing this one t...

Immerse yourself in the golden era of soul jazz with Freddie Hubbard's legendary masterpiece, "Red Clay"! This outstanding arrangement from renowned publisher Hal Leonard perfectly captures the distin...

Recorded in 1978 by jazz-influenced pop group Steely Dan, this familiar hit features distinctive harmonies and a great-sounding groove. Solos for alto and trumpet are included along with the rhythmic...

From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed Innervisions album from 1973, this infectious funk tune has been covered by a variety of artists over the years and found its way into several movies. With a distinctive...

The masters of funk, Tower of Power, are as relevant and active today as ever before. This hit from the '70s features a moderate tempo groove with an occasional 7/8 measure thrown in for kicks. Paul's...

Bring pure funk energy to the stage with "What Is Hip?", the legendary signature tune by the iconic funk band Tower of Power! This dynamic and authentic big band arrangement perfectly captures the unm...

English funk band Jamiroquai recorded this hit in 1997. Featuring a quirky melody and a catchy shuffle groove, this arrangement for young players will add a uniquely different sound to any contest or...

Enregistré à l'origine en 1961 par Jorgen Ingmann (mais mieux connu pour l'enregistrement réalisé en 1981 par le Sugarhill Gang), ce tube funky est resté un favori. Mettez en valeur votre batteur ou u...

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...

Written in a simmering medium tempo, this distinctive funk chart opens with the bass establishing the groove gradually joined by the rest of the rhythm section. A small combo of soprano sax, baritone...

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...

From the Trombone Shorty CD 'Backatown', this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel. In this exciting arrangement, the ensemble alternately screams with the ful...

From the Trombone Shorty CD 'Backatown', this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel. In this exciting arrangement, the ensemble alternately screams with the ful...

This funk classic from Jaco Pastorius naturally features a prominent role for the bass player. Skillfully arranged for full jazz ensemble, the back and forth riffs are traded between smaller groups wi...

Featured on the TV series The Voice performed by Ray Boudreaux, this hit from the 1970s is typical of the infectious bluesy style of composer/singer Bill Withers. Here's a funky chart for young player...

This 1975 tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits and described as funkadelic in style. This chart from Paul Murtha features the infectious bass line first stated by baritone sax and guitar...

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...

Ce morceau est un exemple de funk R&B classique du groupe influent des années 60 Booker T. & the MG's. Avec son style contagieux et ses mélodies basées sur des riffs, ce morceau ne vieillit jamais. La...

Recorded by Ray Charles in 1963, this funky classic has been covered by countless artists, but is probably best remembered from Ray's performance of it in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers. Arranged he...

Ce morceau de funk groovant a été écrit pour le 2025 South Carolina All-State Jazz Ensemble. Avec des rythmes mordants, des tournures harmoniques et des orchestrations fraîches, ce morceau offre un so...

Votre section rythmique, et notamment votre bassiste, va particulièrement apprécier cet arrangement d'un classique du funk expérimental de Miles Davis. Des solos ouverts pour tous les instruments. La...

This funky original from Michael Sweeney is very effective for beginning groups and one that is fun to play. Includes short 4-measure feature spots for each section including drums. Also features a wr...