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2015 Summer Instrumental

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4 Editors' Choice l New Publication H Pepper Basic Library e Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 28 Jazz Ensemble a l l l e v e l s l All About That Bass—arr. Paul Murtha. Paul Murtha's take on Meghan Trainor's smash hit features a catchy melody, a strong rhythmic pulse, and a hint of doo-wop. Arranged here in an easy setting for younger players, this is a great way to bring a taste of current pop to your next concert. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10490299 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 4 Bridge Over Troubled Water—Paul Simon/arr. Paul Baker. Paul Simon's soulful rock ballad is set here at 88 bpm, and as arranged by Paul Baker is sure to please! The melody is first stated by trumpet 2 and tenor sax, there are no improvised solos, and the trumpet 1 range is to written G on top of the staff. This chart also features great dynamic contrasts and a satisfying vamp toward the end. Optional wind and vibes parts are included for expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10452102 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 46.00 n Call Me Maybe—arr. Paul Murtha. Characterized by a strong rhythmic pulse throughout and a catchy melody, this upbeat hit by Carly Rae Jepson will go together quickly and sound great. It requires no solos and is playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations! 10374180 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 n Cupid Shuffle—arr. Rick Stitzel. Here's the hot dance hit recorded by Cupid in a hard-hitting, yet easy to play version for young players! The melody is cleverly traded between sections, and there are no solos required. A teaching unit with exercises for rhythm and melody is included, and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10374186 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . .VE 35.00 l Everybody Needs Somebody to Love—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, this gospel-flavored hit was then famously featured in the 1980 film "The Blues Brothers." This rockin' chart for younger jazz ensembles brings out all the excitement, rhythmic energy and fun of a Blues Brothers performance. 10490295 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 n Feeling Good—Bricusse & Newley/arr. Rick Stitzel. Popular again thanks to the recent recording by Michael Buble, this hit was originally from the Broadway musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd." This bluesy arrangement requires no solos, but gives each section of the ensemble a chance to be featured. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10374176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 4 Happy (from "Despicable Me 2")—Pharrell Williams/arr. Mike Tomaro. Mike Tomaro makes sure that every section gets into the act in this uplifting chart on the megahit by Pharrell Williams. The breakdown section features clapping by the band members while the trombones carry the lead. The solo section is open for anybody who happens to be in a happy mood and wants to show it! Suggested solos are included along with chord/ scale sheets in all keys. Highly recommended! 10461350 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00 4 Happy (from "Despicable Me 2")—Pharrell Williams/arr. John Berry. Here's an easy yet great- sounding chart on the hit song from "Despicable Me 2" by Pharrell Williams that just never seems to get old! The melody is skillfully bounced from section to section, and there are no solos required. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations, this will be a real favorite. Highly recommended! 10461390 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 l Hooked on a Feeling—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by Blue Swede in 1974, this familiar hit was featured prominently in the blockbuster movie "Guardians of the Galaxy" as part of the film's "Awesome Mix." Instantly recognizable with the "ooga chaka" jungle chant, the popularity of this tune is now reaching a new generation! 10490291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 l I Got the Feelin'—James Brown/arr. Paul Murtha. 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 solo section is also featured along with a short drum break. Suggested solos and chord/ scale sheets are included. Classic R & B in a great- sounding package! 10490287 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00 l Imagine—John Lennon/arr. John Berry. Since its release in 1971, John Lennon's poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry's arrangement for younger players is in the style of a rock ballad, with a contemporary feel, and skillfully passes the melody from section to section. Requiring no solos, it's also playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10490301 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 l In Summer (from "Frozen")—arr. Rick Stitzel. From Disney's animated hit movie "Frozen" and sung by Olaf the snowman, this entertaining song features a light soft-shoe style that adapts quite naturally for jazz bands. With skillful trading of the melody and slipping into a straight-ahead swing style, this chart is sure to be a hit with players and audiences! 10490293 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 4 Isn't She Lovely?—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tom- aro. Recorded by Stevie Wonder in 1976 on his acclaimed album Songs in the Key of Life, this beau- tiful song is a good example of combining elements of jazz with pop. Keeping the same easy-flowing shuffle groove of the original, Mike Tomaro adapts this very nicely for the contemporary big band! 10462702 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 4 Let It Go (from "Frozen")—arr. Rick Stitzel. This blockbuster hit from the movie "Frozen" has captured everyone's imagination! Let It Go is skill- fully set here for young jazz bands with the trumpets taking the melody first followed by the trombones accompanied by the saxes. Requiring no solos, this will sound great with limited rehearsal time and will be a favorite with players and audiences. It's playable with optional reduced and expanded instrumentations and highly recommended! 10461394 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 Pop Go to cart

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