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POP HITS very easy / easy
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." This 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 . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
James Bond Theme—Monty Norman/arr. Mike
Story. What a super arrangement for young jazz
groups! This hot jazz-rock tune has always been a
favorite, and you'll be playing it in no time with your
beginners! Works with limited instrumentation, all
solos are written out, and rhythms and ranges are
kept easy. Outstanding!
2403160 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
Living for the City—Stevie Wonder/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Stevie Wonder's sultry, medium rock
tune first appeared on his landmark 1973
album Innervisions. Rick Stitzel's authentic-
sounding and convincing chart for young players
includes all the signature riffs, easy meter
changes, and written or improvised solo spots
for alto or tenor sax. Plus, it's playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Highly recommended!
10909018 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Low Rider—arr. John Berry. With its unmistakable
bass line, just plain cool rhythmic groove, and
infectious rock style, here's a classic 1970s hit
that young players are sure to enjoy! Arranged
with moderate ranges, easy rhythms, and no solos,
this medium tempo rock chart will go together
quickly, and it's playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Fun for all, it's highly
recommended for young jazz bands!
10490311 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Moondance—Van Morrison/arr. Mike Story. The
favorite classic rock shuffle - to know it is to love it!
Played at a medium tempo, it has written-out solos
for alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. The trumpet
ranges are all reasonable, and there are standard
optional parts to include flute, clarinet, and vibes.
11355018 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Mike
Lewis. This chart is an absolute must for your
young jazz ensemble! Henry Mancini's tune is so
unique and enjoyable that students always have,
and always will, love to play it. With lots of unison
scoring and simple triplet and swing figures, it's a
natural for beginning groups. We guarantee that
this will work great with your young players!
2423234 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
Sesame Street Theme—Joe Raposo/arr. John
Berry. In a relaxed and swingin' style, here is a very
easy arrangement of this familiar TV theme. John
Berry's chart is nicely scored for every section of the
band and is a tune that everyone in the audience
will recognize. Playable with optional reduced and
expanded instrumentations. Extremely nice for
young players!
10317376 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Take on Me—arr. John Berry. The trumpets are
in the spotlight in this easy version of the 1985
techno rock classic recorded by the group A-ha.
Featuring an energetic rock groove throughout, this
arrangement is solidly scored for the entire band.
This fun chart requires no solos and it's playable with
optional reduced or augmented instrumentations.
10775176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Twist and Shout—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by
the Beatles in 1963, and years later prominently
featured in the movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off,"
this catchy rock favorite never grows old. This
arrangement gives every section of the band a
chance to play the melody at some point, and no
solos are required. Easy to learn, this one is sure
to be tons of fun for players, parents and audiences
everywhere! It's also playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Any way you play,
it's highly recommended!
10461406 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Viva La Vida—Coldplay/arr. John Berry. Recorded
by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has
staying power with its strong rhythmic base and
catchy melodies. This very easy chart will come
together quickly with limited rehearsal time. Perfect
for young jazz bands, it's playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations and the bass
lines and piano voicings are completely notated.
10523764 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Walkin' on the Sun—arr. Paul Murtha. Smash
Mouth's debut single, this moderately paced
rock hit features the trombones on the melody
accompanied by the infectious and ever-churning
groove. The melody is eventually passed to the
trumpets and saxes, and the two-chord vamp
section makes this a perfect vehicle for beginning
improvisers. Scales and written solos are included
in every part! Also playable with optional limited or
expanded instrumentation. Be sure to check this
one out!
11100180 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
What a Wonderful World—Douglas & Weiss/
arr. Rick Stitzel. Giving your beginning band great
tunes like this to play will turn them on to jazz
forever! You just can't beat the appeal of the tune
Louis Armstrong made so famous, and it's surely
stood the test of time. This very playable version is
nicely scored where each section gets a piece of
the melody. Very highly recommended!
2470819 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
You've Got a Friend in Me—Randy Newman/
arr. Rick Stitzel. This swingin' arrangement for
beginning jazzers is based on the version by the
character Wheezy featured in "Toy Story 2." The
saxes enjoy most of the melody, but the brass get
their chance too, along with a written solo or soli for
the trumpets. This memorable salute to friendship
is sure to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages! A CD
is included and it is playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations.
10283174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Pop Hits
Easy
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story. You
know it, you love it! The opening motive is very
catchy on this authentic sounding chart on the
rock classic made famous by the group Chicago.
Master arranger Mike Story works his magic to
create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz ensemble
chart. Everything you need is written out, including
brief solos for trumpet 1, trombone 1 and optional
guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's easy to rehearse
and play, but still a hard-driving chart. Very nice!
Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Peter Blair.
Classic rock from Chicago! Everyone has wanted
to do this horn-driven chart at one time or another,
and now you can even do it with your young jazzers!
Kids will latch on to the hard-hitting bass line right
away, and your band will take off from there!
Includes CD recording.
2355121 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
All My Loving—Lennon & McCartney/arr.
Rick Stitzel. One of the iconic early hits by the
Beatles, this catchy tune features an immediately
recognizable melody and a driving swing/shuffle
style. Included in this version for young players is
the famous guitar break adapted for saxophone solo
or soli. It's also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10461396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
All Star—arr. Paul Murtha. Featured in the
movie "Shrek," this familiar hit by Smash Mouth
has become an enduring part of pop culture.
This arrangement for young players features the
melody passed from section to section, and the
players even get to whistle! Written or improvised
solos can be played by any combination of alto
sax, trumpet, or trombone. Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations, this will be
fun for everyone!
11100172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Any Way You Want It—arr. Paul Murtha. Journey
made this a hit in 1980 and the cast of Glee did it
again in 2010. This solid chart is built on a driving
eighth-note pulse and requires no solos. Sure
to sound great with limited rehearsal time, it is
also playable with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations. Solid!
10297526 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Apache—Jerry Lordan/arr. John Berry. Originally
recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann, but better
known for the 1981 recording by The Sugarhill
Gang, this funky hit remains a favorite. Feature
your drummer or an additional percussionist
(bongos, congas, or timbales) on this solid
chart scored for young jazz bands. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations,
it's highly recommended!
10297524 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Blinding Lights—arr. Paul Murtha. This up-tempo
pop hit by The Weeknd features a catchy melody
skillfully passed from section to section along with
powerful spots for the full ensemble. A solo for alto
sax (as written or ad lib.) is also included.
11373900 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
The Blues Brothers Rockin' Soul Revue—arr.
Paul Murtha. No one brought musical energy and
excitement to the stage, TV and film like the Blues
Brothers! Here's a concise and accessible medley
of their biggest hits, including I Can't Turn You
Loose, Soul Man and Gimme Some Lovin.' This
one is fun, rocks hard, and is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations!
10522948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Brown Eyed Girl—Van Morrison/arr. Paul
Murtha. Originally a hit for Van Morrison in 1967,
this catchy and familiar tune remains popular
today. Arranged here in a moderate Latin style, the
saxes take the lead in the beginning, accompanied
by brass punches. Later the trombones get into
the act, and finally the full ensemble joins in the
fun. Suggested or improvised solos are included
for alto sax and trumpet. Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
2410512 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Bye Bye Blackbird—Ray Henderson/arr. Paul
Murtha. This popular song from the 1920s has
been recorded by pop and jazz artists alike. Here's
an imaginative swing version scored with easy
rhythms and modest ranges. A familiar melody
with a great feel, this is sure to be a favorite.
11373904 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Come Sail Away—Dennis DeYoung/arr. Paul
Murtha. Recorded by the group Styx in 1977,
this chart opens in a rock ballad style featuring
a written solo for alto saxophone. The mood then
shifts to a driving rock pulse displaying the brass
on the powerful strains of the chorus. It's playable
with as few as 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones,
piano, bass and drums. Solid rock and roll for
young players!
10016140 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Crazy Train—arr. Paul Murtha. Ozzy Osbourne's
biggest hit makes a hard-hitting rock chart for
beginning jazz groups. Written in a moderate tempo
and with plenty of tutti scoring, this one is a solid
choice for your young players. Arranged for full jazz
ensemble, it's also playable with as few as 3 saxes,
2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano, bass and drums.
10023037 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
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