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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. . . . . . 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 four saxes, three
trumpets, three trombones, piano, bass,
and drums. Groovy baby!
10033706 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
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
Uptown Funk!—arr. Michael Sweeney.
From Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, this
monster hit is the perfect throwback to a
funky R&B style! This arrangement for
younger players features modest ranges
and repetitive yet authentic-sounding
rhythms. This outstanding chart is playable
with optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations, and the bass lines and
piano voicings are written. No solos are
required, just a little attitude! Our highest
recommendation!
10522944 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
We Are Family—arr. Paul Murtha. In the
height of the disco era, this tune recorded
by Sister Sledge caught fire on the R&B pop
charts in 1979. Here is a great-sounding
and funky version for younger players.
There are no solos, all horn sections get
their chance with the melody, and there's
a unique and effective rhythm-section-only
interlude. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Written-out
bass lines and piano voicings are included.
Every audience will know this familiar tune!
10681401 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Yesterday—Lennon & McCartney/arr. Rick
Stitzel. One of the all-time great songs from
the Beatles, Yesterday truly has become
a modern day standard! This well scored
arrangement for young jazz ensembles
features a brief tenor solo, beautiful
counterlines, and an overall rich sound that
will be impressive in concert or as a change
of pace chart for festivals. Suggested solo
and scale/chord sheet provided. Optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
Includes CD. Highly recommended!
10188524 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
10188525 Additional Score. . . . . . 5.00
You Are the Sunshine of My Life—
Stevie Wonder/arr. Paul Murtha. This is
one of Stevie Wonder's signature hits
from the 1970s, and here is a masterfully
arranged easy version in a light bossa
style. The trombones grab the spotlight
in the beginning and again at the end. In
between, the saxes and trumpets take
turns with the melody, and there are short
written or ad lib solos for trumpet and alto
sax. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations, this one also
includes bass lines and piano voicings
that are completely written. It's great
for programming variety, and it's highly
recommended!
10522946 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
You Can't Stop the Beat (from
"Hairspray")—arr. John Berry. From the
hit musical "Hairspray," here is the show-
stopping production number in a dynamic
arrangement for younger ensembles.
Featuring a fast-paced rock groove and
hard-hitting brass figures, this is sure to
sound impressive with almost any jazz
band. It's a bright rocker filled with fun,
excitement and attitude. There are no solos
and the bass line is pure fun to hear and
play. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations, this chart is
highly recommended!
10667348 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
You're Still a Young Man—arr. Mike Story.
Here's a soulful yet accessible treatment of
this Tower of Power hit song. This chart
is played at about 128 bpm in 3/4 time,
and the trumpet 1 range is to written E
top space. Including a written tenor sax 1
melody solo, it's a superb chart in every
respect. Playable with optional reduced
or expanded instrumentations. Highly
recommended!
10452082 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 42.00
Pop Hits
Medium-Easy
Ain't No Sunshine—Bill Withers/arr. Rick
Stitzel. Originally recorded in the 1970s,
Bill Withers' distinctive slow rocker has
become a classic. The minor mode adds
to the flavor, and this version for younger
players skillfully passes the melody from
section to section. Also included is a solo
for tenor sax. A suggested solo is included
along with chord/scale sheets in all keys.
Soulful groove!
10283144 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Bad Guy—Billie Eilish O'Connell & Finneas
O'Connell/arr. Paul Murtha. Billie Eilish took
the pop music scene by storm with this
chart-topping hit from 2019. Catchy and
quirky, this fun arrangement features a
driving rock style, interesting parts for all
players, and an optional solo section.
11357092 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
The Bare Necessities (from "The
Jungle Book")—arr. John Wasson. From
"The Jungle Book," this timeless classic
appeared in the original movie as well
as the repeated blockbuster hit. With a
jaunty 2-beat swing style and well-known
melody, this one is impossible not to like.
This carefully crafted arrangement requires
no solos, but features every section of the
band with the trombones first, followed
by the saxes and finally trumpets. Smart,
stylish and pure fun!
10617908 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Beat It—Michael Jackson/arr. Dallas
Burke. From the best-selling album of all
time, Thriller, this rock classic from Michael
Jackson makes a superb jazz band tune
your students and audiences will enjoy.
The brass get a chance to shine in a
range that's right in the pocket and there
are short written or ad-lib solos to feature
alto sax, tenor sax and trumpet. Don't miss
the short, but effective a cappella section.
Bass trombone and bari sax players will dig
playing this bass line!
10456814 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 65.00
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. . . . . . 50.00
Brick House—arr. Paul Murtha. It is
absolutely impossible to find a funkier tune
than this R&B hit from the 1970s courtesy of
The Commodores. This chart has it all, from
the trademark bass riff to the ensemble
punches and melodic hooks. Bring down
the house as you groove on this one!
2479363 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Bridge Over Troubled Water—Paul
Simon/arr. Paul Baker. Paul Simon's soulful
rock ballad is set here at 88 bpm, and as
arranged by Paul Baker is sure to please!
The melody is first stated by trumpet 2 and
tenor sax, there are no improvised solos,
and the trumpet 1 range is to written G
on top of the staff. This chart also features
great dynamic contrasts and a satisfying
vamp toward the end. Optional wind and
vibes parts are included for expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10452102 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 48.00
Bye Bye Bye—arr. Paul Murtha. This
brilliant arrangement of the signature
hit from the iconic boy band NSYNC is
the perfect change of pace for your next
concert. The rhythm section lays down
the irresistible dance groove while the
melody is perfectly scored for all of the
sections, kicking off with a trombone solo
and including a brief feature for the trumpet
on the bridge. Lead trumpet plays A, lead
trombone plays F-sharp.
11593029 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 50.00
Can't Stop the Feeling (from "Trolls")—
arr. John Wasson. Topping the charts as
well as being featured in the movie "Trolls,"
this hit song from Justin Timberlake features
a catchy hook along with an energetic rock
style. The saxes begin with the melody
followed by the trumpets and there's a short
written or ad lib solo for trumpet. Additional
features include chord/scale sheets in
all keys, written-out bass lines and piano
voicings. Here is a great-sounding chart for
developing players!
10667340 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
Careless Whisper—arr. Dave Mills. This
funky pop rock ballad by George Michael
has captured the hearts of a new generation
and your students and audiences will
instantly recognize the hook. The solo
section features adlib or improvised solos
for alto sax, trumpet and trombone. Optional
parts for flute, clarinet and horn in F are
included for expanded instrumentation.
With some nice ensemble writing and a
chance for all the sections to shine with the
melody, this chart will make a nice change-
of-pace for your next concert!
11000468 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 65.00
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. . . . . . 50.00
Cool (from "West Side Story")—Leonard
Bernstein/arr. Mark Taylor. From one of
the most famous musicals of all time, here
is the swinging and aptly titled Cool. Mark
Taylor's version for developing players
remains true to the original but adds a
touch of contemporary flair with the melody
passed from section to section and written or
improvised solo space for trumpet. Timeless!
10083826 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . 45.00
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. . . . . . 50.00
Pop Hits | Easy/Medium-Easy
