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POP HITS medium-easy / medium to advanced
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
Megalovania—Toby Fox/arr. Paul Murtha. Quirky
and featuring a bit of a retro sound, this up-tempo
theme is immediately recognizable to anyone in the
gaming world. Solidly scored with plenty of drive
and excitement, this will definitely add a little fun to
any performance!
11105142 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Mr. Blue Sky—Jeff 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 . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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l No Time To Die—Billie Eilish O'Connell & Finneas
O'Connell/arr. Paul Murtha. Add this Billie Eilish hit
to the growing list of iconic themes from the James
Bond saga. This great-sounding chart features a rock
ballad style with an alto sax soloist in the beginning
and again at the end. Classy and mysterious!
11357090 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Pinball Wizard—Peter Townshend/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
Respect—Otis Redding/arr. Paul Murtha. Add
this to your jazz ensemble's set list and watch the
crowd get movin'! This soul classic has little bit of
funk blended in with some great horn licks for good
measure. Nothing says "Motown" like this Aretha
Franklin signature tune!
2481661 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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Runaway Baby—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by
Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is actually
a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent of the
James Brown funk style. Featuring an energetic
pulse that never quits along with a catchy melody,
this chart is a real showstopper! The solo section
includes options for alto, trumpet, or trombone with
suggested solos and scale/chord sheets in all keys.
Pure excitement!
10317268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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.
This 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 . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
The Shadow of Your Smile—Johnny Mandel/
arr. Roy Phillippe. Every now and then it comes
along, a ballad so hauntingly beautiful that it may
just be the highlight of your concert! This is one
such gem. After a solo piano introduction, the
familiar minor melody is gently taken up by the
band. Alto sax and trumpet both get solo passages
but, for the most part, it is the ensemble effort that
makes this chart one of the best.
2467744 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Shake a Tail Feather—arr. John Wasson. This
1963 funky classic has been covered by countless
artists but is probably best remembered from
Ray Charles' performance in the 1980 film "The
Blues Brothers." This chart is arranged here for
developing jazz bands with plenty of drive and
energy. Your alto and tenor saxes get to show off
with easy solos.
10960666 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Shakey Ground—arr. Paul Murtha. This 1975
tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits,
co-written by Funkadelic guitarist Eddie Hazel and
decidedly funkadelic in style. This chart features the
infectious bass line first stated by baritone sax and
guitar, and later joined by the rest of the ensemble
playing the funky riffs. The solo section on a one-
chord vamp can easily be opened up, but samples
are provided for alto sax, trumpet and trombone.
You will love the way the ensemble layers in near
the ending. Shakey Ground is definitely a fun chart
with attitude!
10617906 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Smackwater Jack—Carole King & Gerry Goffin/
arr. Roger Holmes. Included on Carole King's
landmark album "Tapestry" from 1971, this churnin'
tune features a sultry shuffle groove at a moderate
tempo. Solid scoring for the entire ensemble along
with spicy riffs, plus accessible trumpet and sax
solos make this one particularly fun!
10960668 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Sweet Home Chicago—Robert Johnson/
arr. Roger Holmes. Made famous by The Blues
Brothers, this hard-hitting blues classic is sure
to become an instant favorite with jazz bands
and audiences. A driving shuffle groove and solid
scoring for the entire ensemble are featured
throughout in this great chart that will become a
staple of your library! Highly recommended!
10343798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Think—Franklin & White/arr. Paul Murtha. In
the movie "The Blues Brothers," Aretha Franklin
stole the show with her classic performance of
this soulful rocker. It begins with trombones and
then features the entire ensemble in this hot chart
for developing jazz bands. There's a flexible solo
section, however, written sample solos are provided
for alto sax, trumpet and trombone. This exciting
crowd pleaser is highly recommended!
10963308 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
H Vehicle—James Peterik/arr. Ralph Ford. Here's
a powerhouse arrangement of this rock classic
that will motivate your students and excite your
audiences. It's got plenty of solid full-band writing
as well as sectional solis and trades. Trombone 1
is featured for a chorus with a written-out solo and
a brief cadenza, and the lead trumpet range is up
to an optional written A. This is a must-have rock
chart that is highly recommended!
10011915 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Walk the Dinosaur—arr. John Wasson. This
catchy funk tune was recorded by Was (Not Was)
in 1987, but more recently popularized in pop
culture including the movies "Ice Age: Dawn of the
Dinosaurs," "The Flintstones," and "Super Mario
Bros." This funky version shows why some tunes
just never go out of style. Included is a suggested
solo for tenor sax and the signature chant "boom,
boom, ack-a lack-a lack-a boom." Pure fun!
10317277 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
What'd I Say?—Ray Charles/arr. Allen Gray. Ray
Charles. Need we say more? Ranked tenth on Rolling
Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, this soulful
anthem mixes rhumba, rhythm and blues styles for
a chart your audience and your students will really
enjoy. Saxes, trumpet and trombone sections all get
a taste of the melody mixed in with fun horn riffs.
The solo section features a written alto sax solo or
improvised solos for tenor sax, trumpet or trombone.
Next, the chart goes into a call and response chorus
everyone will recognize before igniting into a big
finish with a recap of the main theme. Sparkling,
authentic and highly recommended!
11000497 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Wipe Out—arr. Dallas Burke. Your audience will
go wild with this accessible solo feature for your
drummer! This version of Wipeout plays homage
to the Surfaris original with plenty of drum solos,
but adds a modern-day sound with dynamic horn
licks. The middle of the chart transitions to a James
Brown-style funk section, then to swing for the solo
section before returning to the original rock groove.
The ultimate crowd-pleaser!
10752093 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
You're Welcome—Lin-Manuel Miranda/arr.
John Wasson. From the hit movie "Moana,"
this easy-going song adapts beautifully for jazz
ensemble with its tuneful theme and reggae/
shuffle style. The melody is passed around
the ensemble with the saxes, followed by the
trumpets, and then trombones. Also included is
a short written solo for trumpet with a distinctive
stop-time accompaniment.
10759346 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Pop Hits
Medium to Advanced
Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. John Wasson.
Originally a #1 hit for Toto in the early 1980s,
and recorded again by the group Weezer, this
powerful rock anthem features a distinctive groove
and memorable lines. In this chart it's given a
contemporary spin while maintaining the feel and
drive of the original. There's solo space for trumpet.
Highly recommended!
10960648 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Beauty and the Beast—Alan Menken/arr.
Gordon Goodwin. Gordon Goodwin pays tribute to
the great Count Basie on this famous Disney tune.
With a slow Basie groove, solos for piano and tenor
sax, dynamics galore, and a fabulous shout chorus,
this is a fantastic chart from start to finish. As
performed by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band.
10012004 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . .MA 70.00
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Blackbird—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mike
Tomaro. Perhaps one of the Beatles' lesser known
tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative
and memorable. Mike Tomaro's smooth setting
uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba
section to create a truly outstanding effect. The
theme is stated simply in the beginning by trumpet,
followed by an array of orchestrational textures and
harmonies. Highly recommended!
10098755 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Blackbird—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Mark Taylor.
The haunting and distinctive Blackbird, from The
Beatles' White Album, is adapted here in a moderate
and soft samba style in the Little Big Band format.
Trumpet and alto sax are featured on the melody and
for written or improvised solos. This creative chart
also has some nice ensemble trades with the drums.
Flexibly scored for three saxes, two trumpets, one
trombone, and four rhythm with optional additional
parts for alto sax, tenor sax and trombone.
10909026 Jazz Ensemble
(Little Big Band). . . . . . . . .M 45.00
Blues Brothers Revue—arr. Roger Holmes.
Fun and exciting, this rousing production number
features those rompin' tunes made famous by the
Blues Brothers! A great way to provide something
a little different at your next jazz concert, this
invigorating medley includes Everybody Needs
Somebody to Love, Soul Man, Soul Finger, and I
Can't Turn You Loose. Yep, they're all there..count
'em! Highly recommended!
10005181 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
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Bohemian Rhapsody—Freddie Mercury/arr. Rick
Hirsch. Yes, this is for real! Queen's magnum opus,
in a jazz language, orchestrated for big band, with
jazz solos for Trombone (also cued in Trumpet 5/
Flugelhorn) and Alto or Baritone Sax thrown in for
good measure. Additional features include multiple
tempos and feels ranging from 76 to 304 bpm, to
styles including an a cappella sax soli introduction,
jazz ballad with double time, shuffle, and swing
sections culminating in a rubato ending. This is a
major work for jazz ensemble at 9 to 10 minutes
that students and players will want to work on. Solid
saxophone parts, tempo changes, mature brass
figures, and a whole lot of fun! Instrumentation:
5 Saxes (AATTB), 5 Trumpets (on Flugelhorns), 4
Trombones (3 Tenors and 1 Bass), Guitar, Piano,
Bass and Drums, with optional parts for Flute and
Vibes. The lead trumpet range goes to written high
D with an optional F, and the rhythm section parts
are fully notated.
10371013 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . A 70.00
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