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H 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Peter Blair.
Classic rock from Chicago! Everyone has wanted
to do this horn-driven chart at one time or another,
and now you can even do it with your young
jazzers! Kids will latch on to the hard-hitting bass
line right away, and your band will take off from
there! Includes CD recording.
2355121 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n 25 or 6 to 4—Robert Lamm/arr. Mike Story.
You know it, you love it! The opening motive is
very catchy on this authentic sounding chart
on the rock classic made famous by the group
Chicago. Master arranger Mike Story works his
magic to create an accessible, fun-to-play jazz
ensemble chart. Everything you need is written
out, including brief solos for trumpet 1, trombone
1 and optional guitar. With easy brass ranges, it's
easy to rehearse and play, but still a hard-driving
chart. Very nice! Optional reduced or expanded
instrumentations.
10277420 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n All About That Bass—arr. Paul Murtha. Paul
Murtha's take on Meghan Trainor's smash hit
features a catchy melody, a strong rhythmic
pulse, and a hint of doo-wop. Arranged here
in an easy setting for younger players, this is a
great way to bring a taste of current pop to your
next concert. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10490299 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 All My Loving—Lennon & McCartney/arr.
Rick Stitzel. One of the iconic early hits by the
Beatles, this catchy tune features an immediately
recognizable melody and a driving swing/shuffle
style. Included in this version for young players is
the famous guitar break adapted for saxophone
solo or soli. It's also playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations. Highly
recommended!
10461396 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Any Way You Want It—arr. Paul Murtha.
Journey made this a hit in 1980 and the cast of
Glee did it again in 2010. This solid chart is built
on a driving eighth-note pulse and requires no
solos. Sure to sound great with limited rehearsal
time, it is also playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations. Solid!
10297526 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Apache—Jerry Lordan/arr. John Berry. Originally
recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann, but better
known for the 1981 recording by The Sugarhill
Gang, this funky hit remains a favorite. Feature
your drummer or an additional percussionist
(bongos, congas, or timbales) on this solid chart
scored for young jazz bands. Playable with
optional reduced or expanded instrumentations,
it's highly recommended!
10297524 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Applause—arr. John Berry. Characterized by
a rhythmic and syncopated pulse throughout,
Lady Gaga hits the magic button yet again with
this catchy and memorable pop hit. Here's a solid
chart that your players and audiences alike are
sure to enjoy. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10427418 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Brown Eyed Girl—Van Morrison/arr. Paul
Murtha. Originally a hit for Van Morrison in 1967,
this catchy and familiar tune remains popular
today. Arranged here in a moderate Latin style, the
saxes take the lead in the beginning, accompanied
by brass punches. Later the trombones get into
the act, and finally the full ensemble joins in the
fun. Suggested or improvised solos are included
for alto sax and trumpet. Optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
2410512 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Call Me Maybe—arr. Paul Murtha. Characterized
by a strong rhythmic pulse throughout and a
catchy melody, this upbeat hit by Carly Rae
Jepson will go together quickly and sound great.
It requires no solos and is playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations!
10374180 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Come Sail Away—Dennis DeYoung/arr. Paul
Murtha. Recorded by the group Styx in 1977,
this chart opens in a rock ballad style featuring
a written solo for alto saxophone. The mood then
shifts to a driving rock pulse displaying the brass
on the powerful strains of the chorus. It's playable
with as few as 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones,
piano, bass and drums. Solid rock and roll for
young players!
10016140 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Crazy Train—arr. Paul Murtha. Ozzy Osbourne's
biggest hit makes a hard-hitting rock chart for
beginning jazz groups. Written in a moderate
tempo and with plenty of tutti scoring, this one is
a solid choice for your young players. Arranged
for full jazz ensemble, it's also playable with as
few as 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano,
bass and drums.
10023037 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Earth, Wind & Fire Dance Mix—arr. Paul
Murtha. Featuring the classic dance tunes Let's
Groove, Boogie Wonderland and Sing A Song,
here's a fun medley of hits from Earth, Wind &
Fire. The infectious groove and signature horn
licks make this a great choice for young players!
Arranged for full jazz ensemble, it's also playable
by 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, piano, bass
and drums.
10023033 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Outstanding New
Jazz/Rock & Funk
Charts!
Don't Steal My Stuff—Gordon Goodwin. Gordon Goodwin wrote this funky chart at
the medium grade level to showcase trumpet 1 and trombone 1. Everything is written out,
including the melody duet, the solos, and the featured trades. The tempo is very accessible at
160 bpm, it's easy to assemble, and it's fun to play!
10452128 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
I Got the Feelin'—James Brown/arr. Paul Murtha. Here is one of the signature hits
from the "Godfather of Soul" James Brown in a funky and well-scored chart! The saxes
take the lead while the brass deliver all the tight horn riffs. An optional open solo section is
also featured along with a short drum break. Suggested solos and chord/scale sheets are
included. Classic R & B in a great-sounding package!
10490287 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00
It Is What It Is—Victor Lopez. This one has a funky rock groove with a hip chord
progression, yet it's very easy to play. It Is What It Is has plenty of unison harmony, no solos,
easy ranges, and is very effective for the young jazz band. Playable with optional reduced or
expanded instrumentations.
10452066 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 38.00
Sideways Walking Dog—Zachary Smith. Sideways Walking Dog features a Latin/rock
groove at around 180 bpm with very simple rhythms and a great melody line. Additional
features include easy brass ranges, a written solo for tenor sax, and written-out drum fills.
Clever, plus easy to play, plus well-written equals a quality chart! Playable with optional
reduced or expanded instrumentations.
10452072 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Turnin' Up the Heat—Larry Barton. Don't miss this straight-ahead, energy-filled rocker
where every section of the band gets to shine. Turnin' Up the Heat is a powerful chart with an
edgy sound and includes an open solo section for the soloists of your choosing with improvised
or suggested solos. At around 140 bpm, this chart is fun, accessible and jazz band approved!
10457925 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
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