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n 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!
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H 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!
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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!
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n 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!
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H 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.
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n 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!
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n Soul Bossa Nova—Quincy Jones/arr. Rick
Stitzel. This infectious and immediately recog-
nizable Quincy Jones standard was popular long
before Austin Powers introduced it to a brand-
new generation of fans. Easy to learn and fun to
play, this will quickly become a favorite of your
young players and their audiences! Arranged for
full jazz ensemble, it's also playable with as few
as 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, piano, bass
and drums. Groovy baby!
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H 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!
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Sweet Caroline—Neil Diamond/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Even before the TV series Glee, this Neil
Diamond classic, first recorded in 1969, had
proven its popularity and staying power. Here
is a solid, yet easy treatment for jazz ensemble
that requires no solos. Sure to be a favorite with
students and parents alike! Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
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n Uptown Funk!—arr. Michael Sweeney. From
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, this monster hit is
the perfect throwback to a funky R&B style! This
arrangement for younger players features modest
ranges and repetitive yet authentic-sounding
rhythms. This outstanding chart is playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations,
and the bass lines and piano voicings are written.
No solos are required, just a little attitude! Our
highest recommendation!
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n We Are Family—arr. Paul Murtha. In the height
of the disco era, this tune recorded by Sister
Sledge caught fire on the R&B pop charts in
1979. Here is a great-sounding and funky version
for younger players. There are no solos, all horn
sections get their chance with the melody, and
there's a unique and effective rhythm-section-
only interlude. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Written-out bass
lines and piano voicings are included. Every
audience will know this familiar tune!
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Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Rick Stitzel. Record-
ed by Guns N' Roses in the 1980s, this rocker has
become a classic and is often heard in TV and
film. Set here for younger players, it still retains the
relentless drive and energy of the original. There's
a short written solo for alto or tenor sax while the
brass carry the signature riffs. Also playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations,
this one will be great fun for younger players!
10842291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Yesterday—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Rick
Stitzel. One of the all-time great songs from the
Beatles, Yesterday truly has become a modern
day standard! This well scored arrangement for
young jazz ensembles features a brief tenor solo,
beautiful counterlines, and an overall rich sound
that will be impressive in concert or as a change
of pace chart for festivals. Suggested solo and
scale/chord sheet provided. Optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Includes CD.
Highly recommended!
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n You Can't Stop the Beat (from "Hairspray")—
arr. John Berry. From the hit musical "Hairspray,"
here is the show-stopping production number in
a dynamic arrangement for younger ensembles.
Featuring a fast-paced rock groove and hard-
hitting brass figures, this is sure to sound
impressive with almost any jazz band. It's a bright
rocker filled with fun, excitement and attitude.
There are no solos and the bass line is pure fun
to hear and play. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations, this chart is highly
recommended!
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n Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford. Here's
a wonderful take on the group Toto's classic rock
tune from the '80s. It's solidly scored throughout
and sounds amazingly like the original while
remaining accessible for developing jazz bands.
With nice dynamic contrasts, an uncomplicated
melodic line, and a medium rock groove, this
chart is one that younger players can really dig
into, yet it will sound mature when performed by
a more advanced group. More features include:
half-note tempo of 90 bpm; written or ad lib solos
for alto sax 1 and trombone 1; trumpet 1 range to
written G on top of the staff; and optional parts for
flute, clarinet and vibes. Great tune, fine chart!
10513875 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H Ain't No Sunshine—Bill Withers/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Originally recorded in the 1970s, Bill Withers'
distinctive slow rocker has become a classic. The
minor mode adds to the flavor, and this version
for younger players skillfully passes the melody
from section to section. Also included is a solo for
tenor sax. A suggested solo is included along with
chord/scale sheets in all keys. Soulful groove!
10283144 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n At Last—Harry Warren/arr. Dave Mills. This
beautiful ballad made famous by the great Etta
James makes a perfect change of pace for any
concert. Featuring a sultry tenor saxophone solo
sprinkled with melodic replies from other sections
and lush chords, this one really dazzles. There are
improvised solos for piano and tenor sax before
the full ensemble returns to close out this dreamy
ballad. Highly recommended!
10752061 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
4 Bad to the Bone—George Thorogood/arr. Allen
Gray. This was a big hit for George Thorogood
and the Destroyers, and this down n' dirty, bluesy
shuffle version is the perfect vehicle for showing
some attitude and flexing your band's blues
muscles. With big brass hits and a melody your
crowd will instantly recognize, this chart roars.
The improvised solo sections are in everyone's
favorite solo keys of B-flat and E-flat. This is
definitely one to check out!
10881452 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
n The Bare Necessities (from "The Jungle
Book")—arr. John Wasson. From "The Jungle
Book," this timeless classic appeared in the
original movie as well as the repeated blockbuster
hit. With a jaunty 2-beat swing style and well-
known melody, this one is impossible not to like.
This carefully crafted arrangement requires no
solos, but features every section of the band with
the trombones first, followed by the saxes and
finally trumpets. Smart, stylish and pure fun!
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n Beat It—Michael Jackson/arr. Dallas Burke.
From the best-selling album of all time, Thriller,
this rock classic from Michael Jackson makes
a superb jazz band tune your students and
audiences will enjoy. The brass get a chance to
shine in a range that's right in the pocket and
there are short written or ad-lib solos to feature
alto sax, tenor sax and trumpet. Don't miss the
short, but effective a cappella section. Bass
trombone and bari sax players will dig playing this
bass line!
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