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H Eye of the Tiger (Theme from "Rocky III")—
Jim Peterik/arr. Victor Lopez. This theme from
"Rocky III" has a powerful rock groove that keeps
on driving forward. There are no solos and it has
easy brass ranges. It also features a great stop-
time horns-only interlude that will keep everyone
happy. Add to the color with the optional parts for
flute, horn in F, baritone/tenor sax and tuba. It's
the perfect fun chart for every occasion. You can't
miss with this one! Highly recommended!
10049703 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
4 The Flik Machine (from "A Bug's Life")—
Randy Newman/arr. Paul Murtha. Featured in
the distinctive soundtrack for the Pixar movie "A
Bug's Life," this catchy, and a bit quirky, theme
adapts naturally for jazz ensemble. The style is
up-tempo swing throughout with clever interplay
between sections and a brief written solo for
trumpet. Highly recommended!
10374168 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Forget You—arr. Paul Murtha. With a sound
similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat
tune was a huge hit by Cee Lo Green and also
featured on the TV show Glee, performed by
Gwyneth Paltrow. This effective chart for younger
players features a suggested tenor sax solo in the
beginning, which is then joined by the entire sax
section. The brass get their chance, a modulation
kicks in, and things transition to high gear to finish
up. Highly recommended!
10317270 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Funkytown—arr. John Berry. Originally a pop hit
in 1980 and recently featured in the blockbuster
movie "Shrek 2," your audiences and players
will love this funky and catchy chart. It includes a
short written or ad lib. solo for alto sax as well as
all of the familiar riffs. Loads of fun for your band
and audiences!
2702647 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Gold on the Ceiling—arr. Paul Murtha. Record-
ed by The Black Keys, this popular rock anthem
has been used for sporting events, video games,
and television shows. Paul Murtha's driving chart
features the trombones on the lead answered by
the saxes and finally the entire ensemble. The
flexible solo section can be used to feature one
or more players with suggested solos and scale/
chord sheets in all keys for improvising.
10374172 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H 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!
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4 Good Time—arr. John Wasson. Recorded by Owl
City and Carly Rae Jepson, this upbeat rock tune
has proven to be a current hit with mass appeal
and staying power. With catchy melodies and a
great feel, it's sure to be a hit on any program.
10343800 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n 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 tune is now reaching a new generation!
10490291 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 I Dreamed a Dream (from "Les Miser-
ables")—arr. Roger Holmes. Here's the touching
ballad from the landmark musical and recent
motion picture "Les Miserables" in a nicely paced
and solidly scored arrangement for younger jazz
ensembles. With no solos, it's a beautiful change
of pace for any performance occasion. Highly
recommended!
10374174 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n 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
n 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. With skillful trading
of the melody and slipping into a straight-ahead
swing style, this chart is sure to be a hit with
players and audiences!
10490293 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38.00
4 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Nothing from Nothing—Billy Preston/arr. John
Wasson. Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this
rocker became a number 1 hit on the charts, and
in 1975 became the first musical number ever
performed on the TV show "Saturday Night Live!"
Here is a funky version for younger players that
carefully maintains the feel and style of the original.
10461382 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Play that Funky Music—Robert Parissi/arr.
Victor Lopez. Fun and excitement will be had by
all with this riff-based classic funk chart! There
are no solos... just plenty of funky groove plus a
call-and-response section and tonal shifts that
constantly kick it up a notch. The lead trumpet
range is to written top line F sharp. Keep the funky
juices flowing!
10011938 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Runaway Baby—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded
by Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is
actually a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent
of the James Brown funk style. Featuring an
energetic pulse that never quits along with a
catchy melody, this chart is a real showstopper!
The solo section includes options for alto,
trumpet, or trombone with suggested solos and
scale/chord sheets in all keys. Pure excitement!
10317268 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Seven Nation Army—arr. Dallas Burke. Here's
a unique chart that really works! You'll love the
chance to showcase some extreme dynamic
contrasts with your group as they go from soft to
rockin' the auditorium on this classic tune from
the White Stripes. The solo section can feature
any or all your soloists while the rhythm section
continues the hook. Student players will dig
playing this hard-rock groove!
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n Sharp Dressed Man—arr. Roger Holmes.
Originally recorded in 1983, this is one of ZZ
Top's best known hits. This hard driving rock
chart will sound great even without long beards
and hot cars! Highly recommended!
10283155 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Something—George Harrison/arr. John Wasson.
Composed by George Harrison and recorded
by the Beatles on Abbey Road, this has become
one of the most enduring ballads of the rock era.
With a beautifully constructed melody and rich
harmonic structure, John Wasson has created a
marvelous setting for developing jazz ensembles.
10188513 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Sweet Home Chicago—Robert Johnson/
arr. Roger Holmes. Made famous by The Blues
Brothers, this hard-hitting blues classic is sure to
become an instant favorite with jazz bands and
audiences. A driving shuffle groove and solid
scoring for the entire ensemble are featured
throughout in this great chart that will become a
staple of your library! Highly recommended!
10343798 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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