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ENSEMBLE
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POP HITS medium-easy
Gonna Fly Now (Theme from "Rocky")—Bill
Conti/arr. Victor Lopez. The theme from "Rocky"
is inspiring, triumphant, powerful and noble!
This rock-style chart is scored for younger
players with the familiar Maynard Ferguson-
flavored solo. The lead trumpet range is to
written A above the staff. It also includes a
written or improvised tenor solo and options for
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Gonna
Fly Now is a great classic that should be in all
jazz ensemble libraries!
10028091 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Hooked on a Feeling—arr. Paul Murtha.
Recorded by Blue Swede in 1974, this familiar
hit was featured prominently in the blockbuster
movie "Guardians of the Galaxy" as part of the
film's "Awesome Mix." Instantly recognizable
with the "ooga chaka" jungle chant, the
popularity of this easy-going rocker is now
reaching a new generation! Fun for all!
10490291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
I Like It Like That—Manny Rodriguez & Tony
Pabon/arr. Paul Murtha. Sure to be recognized
from its use in commercials and pop culture,
this up-tempo mambo will quickly become one
of your band's favorites. The often-neglected
trombone section gets the spotlight throughout!
It also features an open solo section and layers
of Latin excitement!
11518965 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .50.00
I Want You Back—arr. John Wasson. The
music of The Jackson 5 remains as popular
today as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits
from the Motown era in a funky arrangement
that is skillfully scored for the entire ensemble.
No solos, just solid ensemble writing!
10297517 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .50.00
In Summer (from "Frozen")—arr. Rick
Stitzel. From Disney's animated hit movie
"Frozen" and sung by Olaf the snowman,
this entertaining song features a light soft-
shoe style that adapts quite naturally for jazz
bands. Easy-going and restrained at first, the
arrangement builds for more excitement as it
progresses. With skillful trading of the melody
between sections and slipping into a straight-
ahead swing style, this chart is sure to be a hit
with players and audiences! Great anytime of
the year!
10490293 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Knock on Wood—arr. Paul Murtha. Although
originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966,
Knock on Wood has remained popular thanks
to covers by artists such as Otis Redding, David
Bowie, and Eric Clapton. Featuring powerful
and solid scoring, this dynamic version for
developing players has a brief written or ad lib
solo for alto sax and is based on the swing-
shuffle hit recorded by Amii Stewart in 1979.
Highly recommended!
10909002 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Land of Make Believe—Chuck Mangione/
arr. Mike Story. Chuck Mangione's hit Land
of Make-Believe is now available for younger
players! Opening with the melody doubled by
alto sax and trumpet in a dramatic, slow tempo,
the chart then breaks into the familiar melody,
style and tempo. Plus, there's a drum solo
instead of the improvised trumpet solo making
it even more accessible for young players.
The ranges are very easy and the rhythms
are slightly tricky but will lock in with repetition.
A superb chart that will really come together
and be a huge success!
10011911 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .42.00
Living for the City—Stevie Wonder/arr. John
Wasson. From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed
and highly influential Innervisions album,
Living for the City features a slow, bluesy,
funky groove and memorable melodic lines.
Adapted beautifully for jazz ensemble, this
chart provides feature space for the trombone
section along with powerful phrases for the
entire ensemble. A suggested or ad lib solo is
included for tenor sax. This is a hot must-have
that is highly recommended!
10617910 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Megalovania (from the video game
"Undertale")—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 . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .50.00
BEST
SELLERS
Pop Hits
Medium-Easy
Best Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of their popularity, are
chosen most often by directors like you.
Africa—Paich & Porcaro/arr. Ralph Ford.
10513875 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Careless Whisper—arr. Dave Mills.
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Vehicle—
James Peterik/arr. Ralph Ford.
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Mr. Blue Sky—
Jeff Lynne/arr. Roger Holmes.
11172122 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Megalovania (from the video game
Undertale)—Toby Fox/arr. Paul Murtha.
11105142 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
We Don't Talk About Bruno
(from "Encanto")—
Lin-Manuel Miranda/arr. Paul Murtha.
11390086 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Bridge Over Troubled Water—
Paul Simon/arr. Paul Baker.
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I'm Still Standing—
Elton John/arr. Paul Murtha.
11373897 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Beat It—
Michael Jackson/arr. Dallas Burke.
10456814 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Gonna Fly Now (Theme from "Rocky")—
Bill Conti/arr. Victor Lopez.
10028091 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
THE
ESSENTIAL
ELEMENTS
JAZZ PLAY-
ALONGS
Whether used as a supplement to the Essential Elements Jazz
Ensemble Method or by themselves, these play-along book and
CD-ROM packages offer an abundance of teaching and learning
tools. The CD-ROM audio choices are full recordings with melody
or rhythm-sections-only tracks. When used with a computer, the
CD-ROM includes options for tempo adjustments. All this and much
more! See more jazz play-alongs at jwpepper.com.
Essential Elements Jazz Play-Along (Jazz Standards)—
Michael Sweeney & Mike Steinel. At last, a play-along book for developing
jazz players! In addition to being a perfect introduction to some of the most
familiar jazz standards, Essential Elements Jazz Standards includes hints
for improvising on each tune, a guide to jazz articulations, a scale/chord
correlation chart, and biographical sketches of key jazz figures. And if that
isn't enough, each tune comes with its own sample written solo for reference
or performance, and the rhythm book includes bass lines, piano voicings,
and drum patterns. The professionally recorded CD-ROM offers the choices
of full recordings with melody or the rhythm section only. When used with a
computer the CD-ROM allows for tempo adjustments. Songs include: Now's
the Time; Killer Joe; Blue Bossa; C-Jam Blues, Footprints; Song for My
Father; Autumn Leaves; Freddie Freeloader; St. Thomas and Blue Train.
2480214 Flexible Instrumentation Book & CD-ROM
Bb, Eb & C Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
2480215 Flexible Instrumentation Book & CD-ROM
Flute, F Horn & Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
2480216 Rhythm Section Book & CD-ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
Essential Elements Jazz Play-Along (The Blues)—
Michael Sweeney, Paul Murtha & Mike Steinel. Welcome to the exciting
world of jazz improvisation! Whether used as a supplement to the Essential
Elements for Jazz Ensemble method book or just by themselves, these
play-along book and CD-ROM packages will help students get started
creating their own improvised solos. The recordings feature professional
jazz players performing well-known jazz and blues classics and provide an
excellent model for playing in a jazz style. In addition, sample written solos
and improvising hints are provided as a guide for creating effective solos.
An added feature on the CD-ROM is the "Amazing Slow Downer" software
program for changing the tempo of any of the full recordings with melody
or rhythm section only when used in a computer. Also, the rhythm section
book includes bass lines, piano voicings, and drum patterns. Includes 10
blues classics: All Blues; Bags' Groove; Blue 'N Boogie; Blue Monk; Blues in
Frankie's Flat; Blues in the Closet; Cold Duck Time; St. Louis Blues; Straight
No Chaser and Tenor Madness.
10335884 Flexible Instrumentation Book & CD-ROM
Bb, Eb & C Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
10335885 Flexible Instrumentation Book & CD-ROM
Flute, F Horn & Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
10335886 Rhythm Section Book & CD-ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99
