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JAZZ
ENSEMBLE
BLUES & SWING
V E R Y E ASY
The Bare Necessities (from "The Jungle
Book")—arr. Paul Murtha. Ever since The Bare
Necessities was first introduced in the classic
movie "The Jungle Book," this catchy tune has
remained a familiar favorite. Featured again in
the 2016 movie, here is an easy arrangement
that will make young jazz bands sound terrific.
Parents, players and audiences will enjoy this
swinging favorite designed especially for young
jazz musicians! Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10617926 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Bones Jones—Tim Waters. Here is a great
blues chart at a laid-back medium tempo that is
perfect for a developing ensemble. Keeping an
eye on ranges and phrases, this tune fits well
for developing groups and gives the trombones
some featured moments.
11398594 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
C-Jam Blues—Duke Ellington/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Whether you know this one as C-Jam Blues or
Duke's Place, you sure will recognize all the great
Ellington writing! Even the most inexperienced
bands can do a fine performance on this jazz
classic. The suggested solos are included in the
parts for the entire section, so you can make it
a soli feature if you prefer. There's a marvelous
ensemble tutti section that starts softly then
builds to the end.
2470818 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
A Crash Course in the Blues—Doug Beach
& George Shutack. Here is a great chart for
introducing the blues to a developing ensemble.
Written with all of the brass players doubling
parts, this is fun to perform and lays down a great
educational foundation.
11403534 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
El Mercader de Groove (based on the chord
changes to "Groove Merchant" by Jerome
Richardson)—Mike Dana. This exciting up-
tempo Latin funk chart is perfect for beginning
groups. Based on the chord changes to Groove
Merchant by Jerome Richardson, this is the
perfect closer for your next concert. This chart
comes with optional parts for flute, clarinet,
French horn, tuba, and vibraphone to let more
players in on the fun!
11377690 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Freedom—Tierce Person, Autumn Rowe, Andrae Alexander & Jon Batiste/arr. Paul
Murtha. From Jon Batiste's acclaimed album We Are, the 2022 Grammy winner for Album of
the Year, this New Orleans-flavored chart exudes a sense of joy and optimism that is rare to
find. Here is a fun version for jazz ensemble filled with energy and celebration!
11401162 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
I'm Still Standing—Elton John/arr. Paul Murtha. Elton John's classic hit from 1983, with
its upbeat feel and message of perseverance, is as popular today as ever. This swinging
version starts with trombones on the lead, followed by a turn for the saxes, and finally the full
ensemble. Also includes a solo for alto sax. A well-scored arrangement that will sound great.
11373897 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Puttin' on the Ritz—Irving Berlin/arr. Roger Holmes. Irving Berlin's tuneful standard was
put back on the map with the classic scene from Mel Brooks' movie "Young Frankenstein."
This clever arrangement alternates between a two-beat feel and straight-ahead swing
featuring solo space for tenor sax, trumpet, and even a short solo for bass. Fun!
11373889 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Sesame Street Theme—Joe Raposo/arr. Mike Tomaro. Here is a great arrangement
of the well-known and loved television theme. Mike Tomaro's moderate swing version
features a nice blend of scoring between the saxes, brass, and full ensemble in an appealing
arrangement. Solo space is provided for any instrument to allow any player in your reduced
instrumentation jazz band to shine!
11373146 Jazz Ensemble - Little Big Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 45.00
Summertime (from "Porgy and Bess")—arr. Paul Murtha. An enduring Gershwin classic
that has long been a favorite with jazz artists, this marvelous setting for young players
features a sultry Latin rock groove, tasty harmonies, easy rhythms, and no solos required. A
great feature number for the entire ensemble.
11373903 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Superstar—Leon Russell & Bonnier Sheridan/arr. Mark Taylor. This song was a pop hit
for several artists in the '70s and '80s, and now it has fresh life as a contemporary-sounding
jazz waltz. A solo trombone is featured throughout, with plenty of support from the rest of the
ensemble. Also included are solos for tenor sax, trumpet, and drums. A distinctive new take
on a classic tune.
11401134 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00
Tea for Two—Vincent Youmans & Irving Caesar/arr. Mark Taylor. Composed in the
1920s, this popular melody has been a favorite with jazz artists ranging from Art Tatum to
Ella Fitzgerald. Arranged here in a slow Basie swing style, this a great study for full ensemble
playing and mastering this important style.
11401160 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
That Old Black Magic—Johnny Mercer/arr. Mike Tomaro. The well-known 1940s
standard has been revived in this grooving new shuffle funk version. Featuring tenor sax and
trumpet solo sections, this arrangement slows things down and lets your jazz ensemble come
unleashed.
11373147 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Tomorrow (from "Annie" - Key of F)—Charles Strouse & Martin Charnin/arr. Mark
Taylor. Arranged here in a light rock style, this timeless song from the hit musical "Annie" is
sure to bring a smile. Perfectly scored to sound great, and a natural choice for a vocalist.
11401156 Jazz Ensemble & Vocalist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
We Don't Talk About Bruno (from "Encanto")—Lin-Manuel Miranda/arr. Paul Murtha.
Here's the popular hit from Disney's "Encanto" skillfully adapted for young jazz ensemble.
This great-sounding chart features a moderate Latin groove and short solos (written or ad lib.)
for tenor sax and trombone.
11390086 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
We Don't Talk About Bruno (from "Encanto")—Lin-Manuel Miranda/arr. Rick Stitzel.
From the hit movie "Encanto," here's an easy version of the song everyone is talking about!
The rhythms and ranges are expertly adapted for beginning groups, and no solos are
required.
11390089 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
