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2023 Spring Instrumental

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18 Editors' Choice 2023 New Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision JAZZ ENSEMBLE POP CHARTS E ASY 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 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 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 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 Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing—Stevie Wonder/ arr. Paul Murtha. This Stevie Wonder hit from the 1970s features a distinctive Latin/rock groove along with a memorable theme. Paul Murtha does a great job of capturing the flavor of the original in this easy version for younger jazz bands. The tempo is moderate and there is plenty of tutti ensemble playing, plus a short written or improvised solo for trumpet. Playable by optional reduced or augmented instrumentations, it also includes fully-notated bass lines and piano voicings. No worries! 10759356 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Feeling Good—Bricusse & Newley/arr. Rick Stitzel. Popular again thanks to the recent recording by Michael Buble, this hit was originally from the Broadway musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd." This bluesy arrangement requires no solos, but gives each section of the ensemble a chance to be featured. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10374176 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Havana—arr. Terry White. This breakout hit recorded by Camila Cabello helped bring Latin music to the pop charts. This arrangement for young players is easy to learn and includes sample written solos for alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone. It's also thoughtfully scored to sound great with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10909006 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Hit the Road Jack—Percy Mayfield/arr. Mike Lewis. Ray Charles made it famous, now you can play it with your young jazz ensemble. There are no individual solos, just solid ensemble all the way with some unison sax solis with optional lip bends to give the chart a bluesy sound. Trumpet 1 range is to written E top space and the rhythms are easy throughout. This will be easy to rehearse and sound great... plus it's a great tune! Highly recommended! Optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10277520 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00 The Incredibles (Medley)—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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 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 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 My Favorite Things (from "The Sound of Music") —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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 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 The Best Music Store! "My go-to music store!!" Theresa Go to cart

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