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POP HITS easy
I Want It That Way—arr. John Berry. Recorded by
the Backstreet Boys in 1999, this enduring hit was
hailed by critics as the pop ballad of that year. With
the melody skillfully passed from section to section,
this arrangement goes together quickly, requires
no solos, and is playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
11172131 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
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The Incredibles—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
Isn't She Lovely—Stevie Wonder/arr. John Berry.
From Stevie Wonder's landmark 1976 album
Songs in the Key of Life, this smooth and tender hit
has gone on to become a jazz standard performed
and recorded by many artists. In a moderate swing
style, this easy chart captures the essence of the
original in this version of younger bands. Including
short written or improvised solos for alto sax and
trumpet, it also has options for limited or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
11105220 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Linus and Lucy—Vince Guaraldi/arr. John Berry.
Here's the main theme from the Charlie Brown
TV specials that everyone is sure to recognize!
Carefully arranged for younger players, this great-
sounding chart maintains all the charm and style
of the original. A written or ad lib alto sax solo is
featured in the middle swing section, and it's
playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
11100169 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
H My Favorite Things—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
My Girl—arr. Rick Stitzel. Here's the classic
Motown hit from 1964 and The Temptations in a
great-sounding chart for young jazz ensembles.
No solos are required, just skillful scoring for the
entire band. Scored for standard jazz ensemble,
but also playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10960670 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da—John Lennon & Paul
McCartney/arr. John Berry. This quirky tune was
recorded by The Beatles for their 1968 "White
Album" and featured in the Beatle-themed movie
"Yesterday." With a medium tempo and quasi-
Jamaican ska flavor, this chart is easy to learn, fun
to play, has no solos, and is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
11172137 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
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
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
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
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. The 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.
11208482 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
Shallow—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, and a short written
alto sax solo on the melody -and it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Simply beautiful and highly recommended!
10963310 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
SUPPLEMENTARY
JAZZ
METHODS
Here are but a few jazz materials that will
inspire jazz players at a variety of skill levels.
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lD 10 Improvisational Alto Sax Etudes—Jeff Coffin.
11335576 Alto Sax Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.35
lD 10 Improvisational Clarinet Etudes—Jeff Coffin.
11335574 Clarinet Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.35
lD 10 Improvisational Flute Etudes—Jeff Coffin.
11318307 Flute Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.00
lD 10 Improvisational Tenor Sax Etudes—Jeff Coffin.
11335583 Tenor Sax Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.35
l The Essence of Bebop—Jim Snidero.
11334126 Flute Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
11334127 Clarinet Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
11334128 Alto Sax Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
11334129 Tenor Sax Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
11334130 Trumpet Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
11334131 Trombone Book & Online Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95
The Jazz Commandments (Guidelines for Jazz Articulation and Style)—
Jerry Tolson.
10756122 C Instruments Book & Online Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
10756123 Bb Instruments Book & Online Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
10756124 Eb Instruments Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
10756125 Bass Clef Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95
Jazz Guitar Improvisation Strategies—Steven Kirby.
11336202 Guitar Book & Online Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99
The Rhythm Changes Guide—Lukas Gabric.
11335993 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.00
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