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POP CHARTS
e Papa Was a Rollin' Stone—arr. Rick Stitzel. This
acclaimed hit from 1972 was the final #1 hit from
The Temptations. With a haunting yet appealing
minor groove, this chart offers interesting and
fun parts for all sections of the band, plus it's
playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. A solo break for drums and/or
percussion offers additional excitement. Very nice!
10960672 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e 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
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.
10188519 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e 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
e Shallow (from "A Star Is Born")—arr. Paul
Murtha. Here's the stunning hit single from the
movie "A Star Is Born" recorded by Lady Gaga
and Bradley Cooper. This chart for younger
players features a rock ballad style, solid scoring
for the entire ensemble, a short written alto sax
solo on the melody, and is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Simply
beautiful and highly recommended!
10963310 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e Soul Bossa Nova—Quincy Jones/arr. Rick
Stitzel. This infectious and immediately
recognizable 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!
10033706 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
He 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
He 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.
10098793 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
He 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!
10522944 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e 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!
10681401 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Rick Stitzel.
Recorded 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
e 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!
10188524 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
e 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!
10667348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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He 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
e 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
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
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
e 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!
10617908 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H 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!
10456814 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
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