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POP HITS medium-easy
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!
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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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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
Brick House—arr. Paul Murtha. It is absolutely
impossible to find a funkier tune than this R&B hit
from the 1970s courtesy of The Commodores. This
chart has it all, from the trademark bass riff to the
ensemble punches and melodic hooks. Bring down
the house as you groove on this one!
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H 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!
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Can't Stop the Feeling (from "Trolls")—arr.
John Wasson. Topping the charts as well as being
featured in the movie "Trolls," this hit song from
Justin Timberlake features a catchy hook along
with an energetic rock style. The saxes begin with
the melody followed by the trumpets and there's a
short written or ad lib solo for trumpet. Additional
features include chord/scale sheets in all keys,
written-out bass lines and piano voicings. Here is
a great-sounding chart for developing players!
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Careless Whisper—arr. Dave Mills. This funky
pop rock ballad by George Michael has captured
the hearts of a new generation and your students
and audiences will instantly recognize the hook.
The solo section features adlib or improvised
solos for alto sax, trumpet and trombone. Optional
parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F are included
for expanded instrumentation. With some nice
ensemble writing and a chance for all the sections
to shine with the melody, this chart will make a nice
change-of-pace for your next concert!
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Cool (from "West Side Story")—Leonard
Bernstein/arr. Mark Taylor. From one of the most
famous musicals of all time, here is the swinging
and aptly titled Cool. Mark Taylor's version for
developing players remains true to the original but
adds a touch of contemporary flair with the melody
passed from section to section and written or
improvised solo space for trumpet. Timeless!
10083826 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Dancing in the Street—arr. John Wasson.
Recorded in 1964 by Martha Reeves and the
Vandellas, this moderate tempo rocker became a
signature of the Motown sound. John Wasson's
soulful version for jazz ensemble stays true to the
original feel while adding a bit of contemporary flare.
10317279 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Despacito—arr. Paul Murtha. Setting records for
most views on YouTube and topping the pop charts
in several countries, Despacito was recorded by
Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi with rapper Daddy
Yankee (and later remixed with Justin Bieber). With
its infectious Latin pop style and catchy melody,
here is a great sounding and effective version for
jazz ensemble!
10842281 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Diggin' the New Digs (from "Incredibles 2")
—Michael Giacchino/arr. Paul Murtha. From
the entertaining soundtrack of "Incredibles 2"
comes this marvelous jazz waltz that works great
for full jazz band. Baritone sax gets a rare turn in
the spotlight, followed by the brass section with
sax answers. The solo section can feature any
combination of alto sax, trumpet, or trombone with
suggested or improvised solos. A fun change of
pace and highly recommended!
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Don't Stop Believin'—arr. Paul Murtha. From the
group Journey, this powerful rock ballad from 1981
has enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the hit TV
series Glee as well as multiple uses in film and even
on Broadway. Sure to be a hit with audiences and
players alike!
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Don't Stop Believin'—arr. Paul Baker. Hey rock
fans, here's a powerful rock ballad made famous
by Journey, arranged for young jazz ensemble.
From the opening line, this chart is magical to the
band and the audience. It has no jazz solos, but
if you have a guitar player, the arrangement has
an optional written guitar melodic line that's also
written for trumpets. A great classic and highly
recommended! Optional expanded instrumentation.
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BEST
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Pop Hits
Medium-Easy
Buy jazz charts that work! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Megalovania (from the video game Undertale)
—Toby Fox/arr. Paul Murtha.
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Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford.
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Careless Whisper—arr. Dave Mills.
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What'd I Say?—Ray Charles/arr. Allen Gray.
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Vehicle—James Peterik/arr. Ralph Ford.
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Diggin' the New Digs (from "Incredibles 2")—
Michael Giacchino/arr. Paul Murtha.
10960664 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Gonna Fly Now (Theme from "Rocky")—
Bill Conti/arr. Victor Lopez.
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I Want You Back—arr. John Wasson.
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Shake a Tail Feather—arr. John Wasson.
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Think—Franklin & White/arr. Paul Murtha.
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Ain't No Mountain High Enough—arr. Paul Murtha.
Written by the songwriting duo of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson and made famous
by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, this chart features a nice mix of scoring from full
ensemble tuttis to short section features. It's a great-sounding chart for younger players, no
solos are required, and it's playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentation.
11172129 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Don't Stop Me Now—Freddie Mercury/arr. Paul Murtha.
e music of the rock group Queen is always fun to play - particularly this hit featuring solo
alto sax in the slow opening, then the full band rockin' out in the fast section. ere's a short
solo for alto sax, then a return to the slow tempo for a dramatic nish.
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High Hopes—arr. Mike Story.
High Hopes is a pop/rock gem made famous by the group Panic! At the Disco. Solid
ensemble-writing with no solos, a tempo of 138 bpm, and trumpet 1 range to written E top
space all add up to make this a comfortable outing for young jazz bands. is is a bright,
catchy, straight-ahead rock chart for all occasions and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
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Hooked on a Feeling—Mark James/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Recorded by the rock band Blue Swede in the 1970s, this catchy hit enjoyed renewed
popularity thanks to the blockbuster movie "Guardians of the Galaxy." is very easy jazz
version features question-and-answer phrases between sections of the band, requires no
solos, and is playable with optional expanded or reduced instrumentations.
11172141 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00
Mr. Blue Sky—Je Lynne/arr. Roger Holmes.
Originally released by the Electric Light Orchestra in 1978, this rock hit has been thrust
back into the limelight thanks to its inclusion on numerous movie soundtracks, notably the
opening sequence of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2." A great-sounding chart playable by
developing ensembles!
11172122 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da—John Lennon & Paul McCartney/arr. John Berry.
is quirky tune was recorded by e Beatles for their 1968 White Album and featured in
the Beatle-themed movie "Yesterday." With a medium tempo and quasi-Jamaican ska avor,
this chart is easy to learn, fun to play, has no solos, and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
11172137 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
See You Again—arr. John Berry.
Recorded by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth for the hit movie "Furious 7," this rock ballad
features memorable lines and dramatic builds, all beautifully captured in this easy arrangement.
e alto sax feature spots can be performed by a soloist or the entire sax section. Otherwise, no
solos are required - just a nice blend of textures and pacing throughout.
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Senorita—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by contemporary artists Shawn Mendes with Camila Cabello, this popular hit has
ruled the pop charts with its seductive Latin style and memorable melodies. is version for
developing players features brief written or improvised solo spots for alto sax and trombone
and later highlights for all sections.
11172119 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Sucker—arr. Paul Murtha.
e Jonas Brothers are back on the charts, and here's a terric easy chart on their recent hit
featuring a driving up-tempo rock feel and catchy ris. e exible solo section features easy
changes along with sample written solos and scales. Perfect for beginning improvisers, it's
also playable with optional expanded or reduced instrumentations.
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