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POP HITS easy
I Heard It Through the Grapevine—arr. Paul
Murtha. This familiar Motown hit features an
unmistakable style and sound that has remained
popular for five decades! Recorded by a number
of artists, the version by Marvin Gaye is considered
an R&B classic. Featuring a haunting melody, this
appealing version for jazz ensemble features every
section of the band as well as a brief written or
improvised solo for alto sax. Additional offerings
include chord/scale sheets in all keys and fully
notated bass lines and piano voicings. Plus,
it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10681399 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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, and has a soulful appeal. Requiring no
solos, it's also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Very nice, indeed!
10490301 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H The Incredibles (Medley)—Michael Giacchino/
arr. Paul Murtha. Here are the main themes from
this highly successful animated movie arranged
for younger jazz bands! With its unique mix of spy/
adventure music reminiscent of the '60s and with
a touch of cool jazz, it's perfect for jazz ensembles.
This one is sure to be a hit with your players and
add something different to your next performance!
10005189 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Learn to Fly—arr. John Berry. This rocker
recorded by the Foo Fighters has remained a
favorite ever since its release in 1999. John
Berry expertly trades the melody around from
section to section in this great-sounding chart
for young players that requires no solos. Also,
it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations.
10617920 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Livin' on a Prayer—Bon Jovi/arr. Paul Murtha.
One of the pivotal rock bands of the 1980s, Bon
Jovi produced a string of chart-topping and high
energy hits. This is one of their best in a driving
arrangement for beginning players that's sure to
be a hit with your jazz band and its audiences.
Scored for full jazz ensemble, but playable with
as few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone
and rhythm. Also included are optional parts for
flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba. This is an
accessible and powerful arrangement of this Bon
Jovi signature tune!
10052913 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Moondance—Van Morrison/arr. Victor Lopez.
Van Morrison's hit is a natural for jazz ensemble.
Now for bands at the easy level, this minor-
key swinger is incredibly hip! The captivating
melody moves through the sections of the band,
sometimes in unison, sometimes in harmony,
and the solo section is written for all the wind
players, so you can have anyone or everyone play
the written or ad lib solo. This tune is a perennial
favorite with jazz lovers!
2701897 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Moves Like Jagger—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Maroon 5 with Christina Aguilera, this infectious
dance tune is popular on the airwaves as well as
in television commercials. With catchy riffs and a
driving rock style, Paul Murtha's chart is skillfully
scored to give everyone a taste of the melody. An
optional, flexible solo section is included. Additional
features include suggested solos, chord/scale
sheets in all keys, and options for reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10343806 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Mustang Sally—Bonny Rice/arr. Victor Lopez.
Mustang Sally is a terrific pop/rock classic for
young jazz ensembles that really works! This nice
little chart by Victor Lopez features a written solo for
alto sax, a trumpet 1 range to written E top space
and you can even expand your band if needed with
the included optional parts for flute, clarinet and
vibraphone. Also playable with optional reduced
instrumentation, the tempo is set at about 126
BPM. Ride on, Sally, ride on! Highly recommended!
10355612 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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My Favorite Things (from "The Sound of
Music")—Richard Rodgers/arr. Paul Murtha.
Equally at home on holiday concerts or any
performance, this popular tune from "The Sound
of Music" is arranged here as a jazz waltz. It
features a relaxed, easy-flowing swing style, a
melody that is passed from section to section,
and short written or ad lib solos for trumpet
and tenor sax. Optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10072787 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Over the Rainbow—Harold Arlen/arr. Paul Cook.
This is simply a beautiful number for young jazz
bands! Rich and slow, it's easy to play and sounds
delightful. Paul Cook's arrangement is great for
developing phrasing and style, and he even includes
a solo verse for the piano (written out, of course).
2423192 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
H Oye Como Va—Tito Puente/arr. Paul Murtha.
This arrangement of Tito Puente's Latin-rock
classic is an absolute "must" for young jazzers!
Made famous by Santana, and loaded with Latin-
American spirit, this chart is perfect for teaching
Latin style, while the simple chord structure takes
the mystery out of improvising. It's hot!
2471441 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Party Rock Anthem—arr. Paul Murtha. Rarely
does a current pop hit have such widespread
and lasting appeal as this upbeat dance tune!
Paul Murtha's arrangement for young players is
scored to sound solid with the entire ensemble. It
requires a steady beat and a party attitude, but no
solos! Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Fun and exciting!
10317283 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Peter Gunn—Henry Mancini/arr. Paul Murtha.
One of the classic TV themes of all time! Paul
Murtha's authentic sounding arrangement for
young players includes a short, written solo for alto
sax along with all the familiar ensemble passages.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. You can't go wrong with this one!
Highly recommended!
10297522 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Paul
Murtha. Instantly recognizable by all, here is one
of the all-time great movie themes in a masterful
arrangement for younger players. Paul Murtha
does a great job of capturing the authentic sound
of Mancini's classic from the familiar bass line,
smooth tutti passages, and solo section for tenor
sax or trumpet. It doesn't get any better than this!
Suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all
keys are included. Optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Includes CD.
10188519 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Play that Funky Music—Robert Parissi/arr. Mike
Story. Yes, your young band can get funky- but only
arranger Mike Story can take a pop tune like Play
That Funky Music and make it come alive for the
young jazz ensemble. Simple rhythms, effective
and colorful harmonies, and easy written solos for
trumpet and trombone are only a few highlights.
Easy to assemble and great fun! Optional reduced
or expanded instrumentation.
10071748 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Rock You Like a Hurricane—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded in 1984 by the German rock group
Scorpions, this classic hard rock hit remains
popular in today's culture thanks to sporting
events, video games, TV and film. The features
include a "shredding" introduction leading to a full
ensemble statement and short written solos for
alto sax, trombone and trumpet. This version for
jazz band is easy to learn, yet remains true to the
original and will sound great with young players.
It's also playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. A rock anthem!
10490305 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Sanford and Son Theme—Quincy Jones/
arr. John Berry. John Berry has solidly arranged
this very hip Quincy Jones TV theme for younger
groups! Featuring solid scoring, funky riffs and a
catchy melody, it's playable by full jazz band or
will sound full and complete with only 4 saxes, 3
trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm section. You
can also add the optional parts for flute, 2 clarinets,
horn in F and tuba for even more flavor! This is one
of the most recognizable TV themes ever written!
Highly recommended!
10052547 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Seven Nation Army—Jack White/arr. Paul
Murtha. Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of
the rock era, this hit recorded by The White Stripes
in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version
for younger players. No solos are required and the
melody is skillfully passed around from section to
section. Fully-notated bass lines and piano voicings
are included, and it's playable with optional reduced
or augmented instrumentations. Lots of fun and
highly recommended!
10775172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Shut Up and Dance—arr. John Berry. Recorded
by the American alternative rock band Walk the
Moon, this contemporary rock hit features a
driving pulse and catchy melodic lines. With the
melody traded between the saxes and trumpets,
this accessible chart also features plenty of solid,
full-ensemble scoring. No solos are required, and
a full band statement rounds out this infectious and
instantly recognizable song. Playable with optional
expanded or reduced instrumentations, this one will
make a big splash with audiences and students!
Highly recommended!
10556784 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Skyfall—Adkins & Epworth/arr. John Berry.
Perfectly capturing the mood and style of earlier
James Bond themes, Adele has worked her
magic with the hit Skyfall. John Berry's easy
version features a brief written alto sax solo, then
solid scoring for the entire ensemble with the
melody traded between the saxes and trumpets.
Playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, this is sure to be an audience
favorite! Highly recommended!
10374178 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Essential Elements Jazz Play-Along (Jazz Standards)—
Michael Sweeney & Mike Steinel.
At last, a play-along book for developing
jazz players! In addition to being a perfect introduction to some of the most
familiar jazz standards, Essential Elements Jazz Standards includes hints for
improvising on each tune, a guide to jazz articulations, a scale/chord correlation
chart, and biographical sketches of key jazz figures. And if that isn't enough,
each tune comes with its own sample written solo for reference or performance,
and the rhythm book includes bass lines, piano voicings, and drum patterns.
The professionally recorded CD-ROM offers the choices of full recordings with
melody or the rhythm section only. When used with a computer the CD-ROM
allows for tempo adjustments. Songs include: Now's the Time; Killer Joe; Blue
Bossa; C-Jam Blues, Footprints; Song for My Father; Autumn Leaves; Freddie
Freeloader; St. Thomas and Blue Train.
2480214 Book/CD-ROM Bb, Eb & C Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
2480215 Book/CD-ROM Flute, F Horn, Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
2480216 Book/CD-ROM Rhythm Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
Essential Elements Jazz Play-Along (The Blues)—Michael Sweeney,
Paul Murtha & Mike Steinel.
Welcome to the exciting world of jazz
improvisation! Whether used as a supplement to the Essential Elements for Jazz
Ensemble method book or just by themselves, these play-along book and CD-
ROM packages will help students get started creating their own improvised solos.
The recordings feature professional jazz players performing well-known jazz
and blues classics and provide an excellent model for playing in a jazz style. In
addition, sample written solos and improvising hints are provided as a guide for
creating effective solos. An added feature on the CD-ROM is the "Amazing Slow
Downer" software program for changing the tempo of any of the full recordings
with melody or rhythm section only when used in a computer. Also, the rhythm
book includes bass lines, piano voicings, and drum patterns. Includes 10 blues
classics: All Blues; Bags' Groove; Blue 'N Boogie; Blue Monk; Blues in Frankie's
Flat; Blues in the Closet; Cold Duck Time; St. Louis Blues; Straight No Chaser and
Tenor Madness.
10335884 Book/CD-ROM Bb, Eb & C Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
10335885 Book/CD-ROM Flute, F Horn, Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
10335886 Book/CD-ROM Rhythm Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99
THE ESSENTIAL
ELEMENTS JAZZ
PLAY-ALONGS
Whether used as a supplement to the Essential Elements Jazz
Ensemble Method or by themselves, these play-along book and
CD-ROM packages offer an abundance of teaching and learning
tools! The CD-ROM audio choices are full recordings with
melody or rhythm section only tracks. When used with a computer
the CD-ROM format includes options for tempo adjustments.
All this and much more!
