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POP HITS easy
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
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
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
Oye Como Va—Tito Puente/arr. Paul Murtha.
One of the best-known Latin tunes ever written,
Tito Puente's hit is arranged here in a medium
Latin rock style skillfully scored in the 6-horn
format. With easy rhythms and modest ranges,
this chart also includes written or ad lib. solos
for alto sax and trumpet.
11518970 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
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 . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .45.00
The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Paul
Murtha. Utilizing the full potential of the little
big band format, Paul's arrangement features
plenty of variety, but also full sounding
passages for the entire ensemble. Naturally
there are some appealingly slinky figures for
the saxes, and also written or ad lib. solos for
tenor sax and trumpet.
11518980 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Sanford and Son Theme—Quincy Jones/arr.
John Berry. John Berry has solidly arranged this
very hip Quincy Jones TV theme for younger
groups! Featuring solid scoring, funky riffs and a
catchy melody, it's playable by full jazz band or
will sound full and complete with only 4 saxes,
3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm section.
You can also add the optional parts for flute,
2 clarinets, horn in F and tuba for even more
flavor! This is one of the most recognizable TV
themes ever written! Highly recommended!
10052547 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)—Steve Perry
& Jonathan Cain/arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Journey in 1983, this rock hit remains as
popular as ever in movies and pop culture.
Opening with an alto sax solo on the melody,
this arrangement for young players is solidly
scored for the entire band and features a
driving pulse throughout.
11518973 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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
Shop Around—Berry Gordy Jr. & Smokey
Robinson/arr. Rick Stitzel. Motown tunes are
always a hit with players and audiences alike!
Originally recorded by the Miracles in 1960,
this arrangement for beginning bands features
modest ranges and easy rhythms. There's also
a short solo for any saxophone.
11518975 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Soul Bossa Nova—Quincy Jones/arr. Rick
Stitzel. This infectious and immediately
recognizable Quincy Jones standard was
popular long before Austin Powers introduced
it to a brand-new generation of fans. Easy to
learn and fun to play, this will quickly become
a favorite of your young players and their
audiences! Arranged for full jazz ensemble,
it's also playable with as few as 4 saxes, 3
trumpets, 3 trombones, piano, bass and drums.
Groovy baby!
10033706 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .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 . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul
Murtha. Stevie Wonder helped bring funk to
mainstream pop music in the '70s, and this
is one of his most recognizable hits. This
arrangement is easy to learn yet maintains the
authentic groove of the original. Playable by
standard jazz ensemble instrumentation, it will
also sound full and complete with four saxes,
three trumpets, three trombones, and rhythm.
Optional parts included for flute, two clarinets,
horn in F, and tuba. Highly recommended!
10041752 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Sweet Caroline—Neil Diamond/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Long before the TV series Glee, this Neil
Diamond classic, first recorded in 1969, had
proven its popularity and staying power. Here
is a solid yet easy treatment for jazz ensemble
that requires no solos. Sure to be a favorite with
students and parents alike! Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10098793 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
BEST
SELLERS
Pop Hits
Easy
Best Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are
chosen most often by directors like you.
Moondance—
Van Morrison/arr. Victor Lopez.
2701897 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Superstition—
Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha.
10041752 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Feeling Good—
Bricusse & Newley/arr. Rick Stitzel.
10374176 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Pink Panther—
Henry Mancini/arr. Paul Murtha.
10188519 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Hit the Road Jack—
Percy Mayfield/arr. Mike Lewis.
10277520 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
My Favorite Things
(from "The Sound of Music")—
Richard Rodgers/arr. Paul Murtha.
10072787 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Oye Como Va—
Tito Puente/arr. Paul Murtha.
2471441 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Isn't She Lovely—
Stevie Wonder/arr. John Berry.
11105220 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
The Incredibles (Medley)—
Michael Giacchino/arr. Paul Murtha.
10005189 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
