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POP HITS medium-easy
Eye of the Tiger (Theme from "Rocky III")—
Jim Peterik/arr. Victor Lopez. This theme from
"Rocky III" has a powerful rock groove that keeps
on driving forward. There are no solos and it has
easy brass ranges. It also features a great stop-
time horns-only interlude that will keep everyone
happy. Add to the color with the optional parts for
flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax and tuba. It's the
perfect fun chart for every occasion. You can't miss
with this one! Highly recommended!
10049703 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Faith (from Sing)—arr. Paul Murtha. From
the blockbuster animated film "Sing," comes
this driving rock tune that was recorded by
the legendary Stevie Wonder with current pop
sensation Ariana Grande. Here's a funky version
for jazz band featuring an energetic groove and
solid writing for the entire ensemble. Written
or ad lib solo space for trumpet is provided
along with chord/scale sheets in all keys and
written-out bass lines and piano voicings.
Highly recommended!
10759348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Finesse—Bruno Mars/arr. John Wasson. Here's
another in a long line of monster pop hits from
Bruno Mars! Finesse uses a funky hip-hop shuffle
style along with infectious harmonies and catchy
riffs. Every section gets a workout, and there's
a short written or improvised solo for trumpet.
Highly recommended!
10909000 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Forget You—arr. Paul Murtha. With a sound
similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat
tune was a huge hit by Cee Lo Green and also
featured on the TV show Glee, performed by
Gwyneth Paltrow. This effective chart for younger
players features a suggested tenor sax solo in the
beginning, which is then joined by the entire sax
section. The brass get their chance, a modulation
kicks in, and things transition to high gear to finish
up. Highly recommended!
10317270 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Free Ride—arr. John Wasson. Recorded by
the Edgar Winter Group in 1973, this driving
rock tune has a powerful contemporary edge
that remains popular today. This terrific chart is
propelled by a driving pulse and the signature
melodies and riffs from the original. The dynamic
level is almost full bore until the suggested or
improvised solo for trumpet. After the solo the
dynamics drop down and the whole thing begins
to build again! Everyone gets the melody at
some point, chord/scale solo sheets in all keys,
fully notated bass lines and piano voicings are
included. Highly recommended!
10667342 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Gimme Some Lovin'—arr. Roger Holmes.
Recorded in 1966 by the Spencer Davis Group,
this classic rock hit is a true icon of the era and
still popular today. This powerful arrangement
features the signature bass riff and familiar style
and melodies from the original.
10908994 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Gonna Fly Now (Theme from "Rocky")—Bill
Conti/arr. Victor Lopez. The theme from "Rocky"
is inspiring, triumphant, powerful and noble! This
rock-style chart is scored for younger players with
the familiar Maynard Ferguson-flavored solo. The
lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. It
also includes a written or improvised tenor solo and
options for reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Gonna Fly Now is a great classic that should be in
all jazz ensemble libraries!
10028091 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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 easy-going rocker is now reaching a new
generation! Fun for all!
10490291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Humanism—Jonathan Batiste/arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group
Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show
with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features
an appealing jazz/rock flair. The saxes take the
lead in the beginning, supported by funky riffs
from the entire ensemble. Solos are available for
any combination of alto sax, trumpet, or trombone.
Suggested solos and chord/scale sheets in all keys
are included. A step above the rest!
10556778 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
I Dreamed a Dream (from "Les Miserables")—
arr. Roger Holmes. Here's the touching ballad from
the landmark musical and recent motion picture
"Les Miserables" in a nicely paced and solidly
scored arrangement for younger jazz ensembles.
With no solos, it's a beautiful change of pace for
any performance occasion. Highly recommended!
10374174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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I Want You Back—arr. John Wasson. The
music of The Jackson 5 remains as popular today
as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from the
Motown era in a funky arrangement that is skillfully
scored for the entire ensemble. No solos, just solid
ensemble writing!
10297517 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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. Easy-going and restrained
at first, the arrangement builds for more excitement
as it progresses. With skillful trading of the melody
between sections and slipping into a straight-ahead
swing style, this chart is sure to be a hit with players
and audiences! Great anytime of the year!
10490293 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Iron Man—Black Sabbath/arr. Dallas Burke. Black
Sabbath's rock classic has been a student favorite
for many marching bands through the years and
makes a great jazz band chart that rocks with some
serious attitude! From the opening hard rock feel
to the double-time climax at the end, this one is a
thriller. It includes short written or ad lib solos for
trumpet and trombone, or you can just turn your
guitar player up to 10 and let them shred!
10517415 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
4 Knock on Wood—arr. Paul Murtha. Although
originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966, Knock
on Wood has remained popular thanks to covers by
artists such as Otis Redding, David Bowie, and Eric
Clapton. Featuring powerful and solid scoring, this
dynamic version for developing players has a brief
written or ad lib solo for alto sax and is based on the
swing-shuffle hit recorded by Amii Stewart in 1979.
Highly recommended!
10909002 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Living for the City—Stevie Wonder/arr. John
Wasson. From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed and
highly influential Innervisions album, Living for
the City features a slow, bluesy, funky groove and
memorable melodic lines. Adapted beautifully for
jazz ensemble, this chart provides feature space for
the trombone section along with powerful phrases
for the entire ensemble. A suggested or ad lib solo
is included for tenor sax. This is a hot must-have
that is highly recommended!
10617910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Locked Out of Heaven—arr. Paul Murtha. Here's
the popular rock hit recorded by Bruno Mars in a
solid chart for younger jazz bands. Included are
all the hot riffs and rhythmic energy of the original
along with suggested or improvised solos for alto
sax and trumpet. Chord/scale sheets in all keys are
included for the soloists.
10374170 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
New York State of Mind—Billy Joel/arr. John
Berry. First recorded by Billy Joel in 1976, this
timeless classic was never a hit on the charts,
but over the years has become a fan favorite and
boasts countless covers from a diverse range
of artists including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett,
Barbra Streisand, The Muppets, and the cast
of Glee. Here is a terrific medium swing setting
playable by young jazz ensembles that is sure to be
a hit with audiences everywhere!
10343804 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Old Time Rock and Roll—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by Bob Seger, this hard-hitting classic
rock tune continues to be a favorite. Saxes are
featured on the melody and there is a flexible solo
section for any combination of alto sax, trumpet or
trombone. Suggested solos plus scale/chord sheets
in all keys are included. Sure to be a hit with players
and audiences!
10188507 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Pinball Wizard (from "Tommy")—Peter Town-
shend/arr. John Wasson. The Who recorded their
landmark rock opera "Tommy" in 1969, and from
the album Pinball Wizard went on to become
an enduring classic. This solid version for jazz
ensemble gives each section a feature spot on
the melody, interspersed with the full band on the
hard-hitting chorus. A written or improvised solo is
included for tenor sax.
10931676 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Play that Funky Music—Robert Parissi/arr.
Victor Lopez. Fun and excitement will be had by all
with this riff-based classic funk chart! There are no
solos... just plenty of funky groove plus a call-and-
response section and tonal shifts that constantly kick
it up a notch. The lead trumpet range is to written
top line F sharp. Keep the funky juices flowing!
10011938 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing—Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha.
This Stevie Wonder hit from the 1970s features a distinctive Latin/rock groove along
with a memorable theme. Paul Murtha does a great job of capturing the flavor of
the original in this easy version for younger jazz bands. The tempo is moderate and
there is plenty of tutti ensemble playing, plus a short written or improvised solo
for trumpet. Playable by optional reduced or augmented instrumentations, it also
includes fully-notated bass lines and piano voicings. No worries!
10759356 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
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Isn't She Lovely?—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mike Tomaro. Recorded by Stevie
Wonder in 1976 on his acclaimed album Songs in the Key of Life, this beautiful
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
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Living for the City—Stevie Wonder/arr. Rick Stitzel. Stevie Wonder's
sultry, medium rock tune first appeared on his landmark 1973 album Innervisions.
Rick Stitzel's authentic-sounding and convincing chart for young players includes
all the signature riffs, easy meter changes, and written or improvised solo spots
for alto or tenor sax. Plus, it's playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10909018 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
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Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Michael Mossman. In 1977 Stevie Wonder
was in his prime and Sir Duke was on top of the charts. Michael Philip Mossman
takes this familiar hit and adds his own unique touch. The opening features the
brass with sax section fills. The middle section goes into a double-time swing
and includes a solo for tenor sax, a soli for the saxes, and a drum break. All the
familiar lines from the original are there too! Suggested solos are included along
with scale/chord sheets in all keys. Highly recommended!
10297508 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
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Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha. Stevie Wonder helped bring
funk to mainstream pop music in the '70s, and this is one of his most recognizable
hits. This arrangement is easy to learn yet maintains the authentic groove of the
original. Playable by standard jazz ensemble instrumentation, it will also sound full
and complete with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm. Optional parts
included for flute, 2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba. Highly recommended!
10041752 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
STEVIE WONDER
CLASSICS
Combining the genres of pop, funk, jazz
and Motown, Stevie Wonder has become
a contemporary icon. Strongly consider
adding one or more of these classics to
your jazz repertoire!
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