Details
- Ensembles:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Composers:
- Rick Stitzel
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- Discovery Jazz
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - Alto Sax 1 - 1 2 - Alto Sax 2 - 1 2 - Aux Percussion - 1 2 - Baritone Sax - 1 2 - Bass - 1 2 - Bb Clarinet 1 - 1 2 - Bb Clarinet 2 - 1 12 - Conductor Score (Full Score) - 1 2 - Drums - 1 2 - F Horn - 1 2 - Flute - 1 2 - Guitar - 1 4 - Piano - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 1 - 1 2 - Tenor Sax 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 1 - 1 2 - Trombone 2 - 1 2 - Trombone 3 - 1 2 - Trumpet 1 - 1 2 - Trumpet 2 - 1 2 - Trumpet 3 - 1 2 - Tuba - 1
- UPC:
- 884088923013
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Beginning
- Artist:
- Rick Stitzel
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.231 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 44
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.9 pounds
SKU: HL.7012139
Composed by Rick Stitzel. Discovery Jazz. Funk. 44 pages. Hal Leonard #7012139. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.7012139).UPC: 884088923013. 9.0x12.0x0.231 inches.
With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band's favorites. There's plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn, and the solo section can be used to feature any saxophone or even the entire section. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.
The Funky Monkey
- More by this Composer:
- Rick Stitzel Rick Stitzel B-Flat Clarinet Rick Stitzel Tenor Saxophone Rick Stitzel Alto Saxophone
- Series:
- Discovery Jazz
- Artists:
- Rick Stitzel
- Ensemble:
- Jazz Ensemble
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.7 Rating
3 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 17, 2025
This Rick Stitzel piece is a fantastic choice for beginning jazz ensembles. The 'Level 1.5' difficulty is spot on, making it accessible for younger students while still offering a 'catchy riff-like melody' and a 'medium funk groove' to build enthusiasm. The engraving quality is clear, aiding sight-reading, and the 'solid ensemble playing' helps develop cohesive rhythm and blend. Highly recommend for school bands.
Olivia R.
Dec 16, 2025
As the pianist for a developing jazz ensemble, this chart is excellent. The piano part, while 'Beginning' level, provides a solid rhythmic and harmonic foundation for the 'medium funk groove.' It primarily acts as a comping instrument, supporting the 'solid ensemble playing' and offering great texture during the solo sections, which can feature any saxophone. A well-written, supportive part for the rhythm section.
David K.
Dec 16, 2025
This 'Jazz Funk' chart is a reliable, straightforward piece for a range of gigs. It's marked 'Beginning,' but the 'medium funk groove' is infectious and fun to play. Chord symbols are present and clear for the rhythm section. The flexible instrumentation options are a huge plus for varied gig settings, ensuring we can make it work even with a reduced lineup. Good for casual functions or as a fun opener.
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Who is this sheet music best suited for?
This score is ideal for developing middle school or high school jazz bands/ensembles, band directors, and section players. The Jazz Ensemble instrumentation (3 Saxes, 2 Tpts., 1 Tbn., Piano, Drums, with optional parts for Flute, Clarinet, F Horn and Tuba) is perfect for school and community performances, allowing musicians to enjoy the clear pedagogical intent of the Discovery Jazz series and flexible instrumentation.
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