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l Moves Like Jagger—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by "Maroon 5" with Christina Aguilera, this infectious dance tune is popular on the airwaves as well as in television commercials. With catchy riffs and a driving rock style, Paul Murtha's chart
is skillfully
scored to give everyone a taste of the melody. An optional, flexible solo section is included. Additional
features include suggested solos, chord/scale sheets in all keys, and options for reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10343806 Jazz Ensemble ....... E 40.00
4 Peter Gunn—Henry Mancini/arr. Murtha. One of the classic TV themes of all time! Paul Murtha's authentic sounding arrangement for young players includes a short, written solo for alto sax along with all the familiar ensemble passages. Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. You can't go wrong with this one! Highly recommended! 10297522 Jazz Ensemble ....... E 40.00
4 Povo—Freddie Hubbard/arr. Erik Morales. Composed by jazz trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, this funky rock ballad with a groove has written solos for trumpet 2 and tenor 1, a catchy hook to the melody, and a lead trumpet range to written A above the staff. It's a unique, accessible, change-of-pace tune that's mellow, yet has an edge. Optional parts are included for expanded instrumentations. Jazz bands and their fans will enjoy this one! 10311441 Jazz Ensemble .......M 48.00
4 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 ......ME 45.00
4 Sidewinder (Little Big Band)—Lee Morgan/ arr. Mark Taylor. One of the early and soulful jazz/rock tunes, Lee Morgan's Sidewinder features a distinctive groove and funky, riff-like phrases. In this arrangement for little big band, a trio of trumpet, tenor and guitar state the head in the beginning joined later by the rest of the ensemble. Suggested solos are included for trumpet, tenor and drums along with chord/ scale sheets in all keys. Instrumentation: 3 Saxes; 2 Trumpets; 1 Trombone plus Rhythm Section. For flexibility, optional parts are included for Alto and Tenor Saxes and Trombone. Highly recommended! 10317254 Jazz Ensemble .......M 45.00
4 Sir Duke—Stevie Wonder/arr. Mossman. In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in his prime and Sir Duke was on top of the charts. Michael Philip Mossman takes this familiar hit and adds his own unique touch. The opening features the brass with sax section fills. The middle section goes into a double time swing and includes a solo for tenor sax, a soli for the saxes, and a drum break. All the familiar lines from the original are there too! Suggested solos are included along with scale/chord sheets in all keys. Highly recommended! 10297508 Jazz Ensemble .......M 50.00
4 Talk Is Cheep—Kris Berg. The "chicken" saga continues and it is funky! The energetic groove begins after the chorale introduction with the saxes stating the melody, joined by brass, then written or improv solos for tenor 1 and trumpet 2, building on up to a huge shout chorus. This big band funk chart grooves at a moderate tempo, the lead trumpet range is to written A above the staff, and optional parts are included for expanded instrumentations. No fat, just lean and mean! Highly recommended! 10311443 Jazz Ensemble .......M 48.00
Jazz/Rock & Funk
4 Walk the Dinosaur—arr. John Wasson. This catchy funk tune was recorded by "Was (Not Was)" in 1987, but more recently popularized in pop culture including the movies "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs," "The Flintstones," and "Super Mario Bros." This funky version shows why some tunes just never go out of style. Included is a suggested solo for tenor sax and the signature chant "boom, boom, ack-a lack-a lack-a boom." Pure fun! 10317277 Jazz Ensemble ......ME 45.00
l Welcome to the Jungle—arr. Paul Murtha. Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs of all time, this 1987 hit from "Guns N' Roses" features familiar melodies and a relentless drive throughout. Paul Murtha's hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes on the lead and the brass on the signature riffs along with terrific interplay within the ensemble. There's a brief written or improvised solo for alto sax. Rock the stage with this one! 10343785 Jazz Ensemble .......M 50.00
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Rolling in the Deep—arr. John Berry. Singing superstar Adele has taken the pop charts by storm, and here is a very effective arrangement of her number one hit for beginning jazz ensembles! John Berry effectively gives each section important parts to play, and there are no solos required. Fun to play and quick to learn, it's also playable with option or expanded instrumentations. Highly recommended! 10317293 Jazz Ensemble.............................................. VE 35.00
Party Rock Anthem—arr. Paul Murtha. Rarely does a current pop hit have such widespread and lasting appeal as this upbeat dance tune! Paul Murtha's arrangement for young players is scored to sound solid with the entire ensemble. It requires a steady beat and a party attitude, but no solos! Playable with optional reduced or expanded instrumentations. Fun and exciting! 10317283 Jazz Ensemble............................................... E 40.00
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............................................. ME 45.00
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............................................. ME 45.00
Walk the Dinosaur—arr. John Wasson. This catchy funk tune was recorded by "Was (Not Was)" in 1987, but more recently popularized in pop culture including the movies "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs," "The Flintstones," and "Super Mario Bros." This funky version shows why some tunes just never go out of style. Included is a suggested solo for tenor sax and the signature chant "boom, boom, ack-a lack-a lack-a boom." Pure fun! 10317277 Jazz Ensemble............................................. ME 45.00
Good Time—arr. John Wasson. Recorded by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepson, this up-beat 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............................................. ME 45.00
Moves Like Jagger—arr. Paul Murtha. Recorded by Maroon 5 with Christina Aguilera, this infectious dance tune is popular on the airwaves as well as in television commercials. With catchy riffs and a driving rock style, Paul Murtha's chart is skillfully scored to give everyone a taste of the melody. An optional, flexible solo section is included. Additional features include suggested solos, chord/scale sheets in all keys, and options for reduced or expanded instrumentations. 10343806 Jazz Ensemble............................................... E 40.00
New York State of MInd—Billy Joel/arr. John Berry. First recorded by Billy Joel in 1976, this timeless classic was never a hit on the charts, but over the years has become a fan favorite and boasts countless covers from a diverse range of artists including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Barbra Streisand, The Muppets, and the cast of "Glee." Here is a terrific medium swing setting playable by young jazz ensembles that is sure to be a hit with audiences everywhere! 10343804 Jazz Ensemble............................................. ME 45.00
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