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JAZZ
ENSEMBLE
BLUES & SWING
DON'T MISS
THESE GREAT NEW
POP CHARTS
ABC—arr. Mike Tomaro. One of the signature hits from the Jackson 5,
it sports an up-tempo pop style and plenty of energy. This contemporary
take will be a fun change of pace for your little big band.
11571836 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
Best of My Love—Maurice White & Al McKay/arr. Paul Murtha.
This pop hit recorded by the Emotions in 1977 has a distinctive Earth,
Wind & Fire vibe thanks to composers Maurice White and Al McKay and
was later used as the basis for Paul Russell's Lil Boo Thang. Here is an
arrangement for young jazz ensemble that features a funky groove and all
the signature horn riffs from the original.
11571830 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Blue Skies—Irving Berlin/arr. Victor Lopez.
A classic jazz standard arranged for the young jazz group as a medium-
tempo cha-cha. The instrumentation is 4/2/2/3, but it's playable with
reduced instrumentation of three saxes, one trumpet, one trombone,
piano, bass, and drum set. Optional parts are included for two flutes, two
clarinets, bari sax, F horn, baritone horn, tuba, and vibes. (2:30)
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Cinema Paradiso (Solo Flugelhorn Feature)—
Ennio Morricone & Andrea Morricone/arr. Mark Taylor. This
memorable movie theme has been recorded by artists ranging from
trumpeter Chris Botti to violinist Joshua Bell. Here is a beautiful setting for
young jazz ensembles featuring a flugelhorn soloist in a Latin ballad style.
Perfect as a change of pace for any program or festival.
11539347 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Dance the Night (from "Barbie")—
Dua Lipa, Caroline Ailin, Andrew Wotman & Mark Ronson/
arr. Paul Murtha. One of the most popular hits to come from the
blockbuster movie "Barbie" is this driving dance tune recorded by pop star
Dua Lipa. This hot chart starts with a brief tenor sax solo before giving
way to the entire ensemble. No other solos required.
11539346 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Fields of Gold—Sting/arr. Terry White.
Written and recorded by Sting in 1993, this gorgeous tune is recognized
as a masterful yet haunting ballad. This skillfully paced arrangement for
young players features a light pop feel along with brief solos for alto sax
and trumpet. The key change near the end provides a nice emotional lift.
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Flowers—Miley Cyrus, Gregory Hein & Michael Pollack/
arr. Roger Holmes. The hit song from Miley Cyrus is available here in
this accessible and engaging version for jazz ensemble. Featuring an
appealing moderate dance groove and tuneful melodic lines, this easy
arrangement will sound terrific with limited rehearsal time.
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I Got You (I Feel Good)—James Brown/arr. Paul Murtha.
Here is the signature hit by the "Godfather of Soul" in a solidly scored
version perfect for young players. With a funky groove that captures the
style of the original this chart also features solo opportunities for any
combination of alto sax, trumpet, and trombone.
11556728 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Megalovania (from "Undertale")—Toby Fox/arr. Rick Stitzel.
Retro music from old-school video games never goes out of style. This
popular and quirky theme from "Undertale" will quickly become one of
your students' favorites. This easy version features modest ranges and
easy-to-learn patterns.
11539352 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
My Favorite Things—Richard Rodgers/arr. Michele Fernandez.
Here's a wonderful new take on a timeless melody. Michele Fernandez
shares her Afro-Latin expertise in this sizzling high-energy arrangement
for jazz ensemble. Sure to be a favorite with all audiences - and an
impressive choice for contest or festival.
11539345 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
Never Gonna Give You Up—arr. Rick Stitzel.
Recorded by Rick Astley in 1987, this familiar rock hit is instantly
recognizable and popular with all age groups. Whether you want to
Rickroll your audience or just play it for fun, here is a great-sounding
arrangement for young players.
11539351 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Poison—Elliott Straite/arr. Allen Gray.
This hip-hop hit from Bell Biv Devoe translates into a funky jam your
students will love playing! From the opening drum groove and band hits to
the cool melody and rhythm section groove, the audience will recognize
this '90s staple right away. There is space in the solo section for written
or ad-lib solos over the F minor groove before the band comes in to close
out this classic.
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September—Maurice White, Al McKay & Allee Willis/
arr. Paul Murtha. Still one of the funkiest tunes ever written, here is one
of Earth, Wind & Fire's biggest hits in a version for younger jazz bands
that expertly captures the infectious groove of the original. You simply
can't go wrong with this one!
11539348 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Superstition—Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha.
Arranged with modest ranges and in the little big band format, here is a
great-sounding version of Stevie Wonder's classic hit. Featured is the
authentic funk groove, and the solo section written for trumpet can be
opened up to include additional soloists
11556730 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Thriller—Rod Temperton/arr. Mike Story.
Yes, it's the Michael Jackson pop hit arranged for your young jazz band.
It's played around 114 bpm with modest ranges, nice voicings, and a
written-out bass solo cued for trombone or bari sax. This is an easy-to-
play yet fun crowd pleaser for sure. (2:45)
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Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)—arr. Michele Fernandez.
Originally recorded as the official theme for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, this
upbeat and infectious hit by Shakira remains as popular today as ever.
This arrangement is a refreshing and vibrant take on this iconic theme
with a driving Afro-Caribbean groove and energized ensemble lines.
Optional flute part included.
11571829 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To
(from "Something to Shout About")—Cole Porter/arr. Scott
Ragsdale. A superb vocal chart with big band on a great jazz standard.
The cut-time tempo is around 92 bpm. The vocal range is from G below
middle C to third-space C, plus there's some unison scat with the saxes,
too. Lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff. An exciting and
very effective chart for your featured vocalist. (2:50)
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