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John Berry
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
Recorded by such greats as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and most recently Michael McDonald, this rockin’ Motown classic will sound great with your beginning players. Easy to learn and fun to play!Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470733 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Originally recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994, this upbeat tune has become a holiday favorite year after year. John Berry brings us a great-sounding version in a straight-ahead medium swing style with the melody traded around from section to section. No solos are required.SKU: HL7012339 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Apache
Originally recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann (but better known for the recording in 1981 by the Sugarhill Gang), this funky hit has remained a favorite. Feature your drummer or an additional percussionist on this solid chart scored for young bands. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7011911 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Applause
Characterized by a rhythmic and syncopated pulse throughout, Lady Gaga hits the magic button yet again with this catchy pop hit. Here’s a solid chart that your players and audience alike are sure to enjoy.Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012241 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Autumn Leaves
Here is an easy swing version of this timeless classic. The saxes are in the spotlight, but also featured is a short solo for trumpet. Skillfully arranged for inexperienced bands. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL07470608 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Baby, Won’t You Please Come Home
Originally a blues tunes from 1919, this familiar song has become a frequently recorded jazz standard. John Berry’s updated version features a comfortable medium swing tempo, a soli for the sax section, and solid tutti scoring for the full band. Great for teaching your young ensemble to swing. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012201 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Bad
One of the early hits from Michael Jackson, Bad featured a signature bass line and a strong melody. This instantly recognizable rock chart will sound great even with limited rehearsal time.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012079 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Billie Jean
The song that launched Michael Jackson’s famous “moonwalk” was also one of the top selling singles for the year 1983. Featuring the signature bass line and catchy melodies, here is a great sounding chart for bands with limited rehearsal time.SKU: HL7012906 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Blues by Five
Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin’ with the Miles Davis Quintet, this jazz standard composed by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for beginning jazzers. With a moderate tempo, riff-based melody, and non-threatening soloing on the blues progression, this is the perfect introduction to the music of Miles Davis for your studentsEnjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012479 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Boom Boom
Recorded by American blues singer John Lee Hooker in 1961, this remains one of his most identifiable and enduring songs. John Berry’s bluesy swing version for young players includes the signature question-and-answer format along with a solo for any sax, then any trumpet, plus a short feature spot for the trombones.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012293 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Born This Way
Here’s a very easy arrangement of the recent hit recorded by Lady Gaga. Easy rhythms and a solid rock feel help to insure success with this one. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470763 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Caravan
One of the most recognizable of all Duke Ellington’s tunes, this distinctive composition combines the styles of Latin and big band jazz. Here’s a marvelous arrangement playable by beginning groups. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL7470707 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Don’t Stop Believin’
Here’s the rock classic from the group Journey, and made famous recently in the TV series Glee, in a terrific easy chart that will go together quickly. Trumpets are featured on the melody with plenty of solid full band accompaniment.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL2501573 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Doxy
One of the most played of Sonny Rollins’ many great tunes, Doxy is arranged here in a very playable version for inexperienced bands. What a great introduction to one of the true innovators of jazz! Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL7011331 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Final Countdown
Over the years this 1986 hit from the group Europe has become a popular rock classic. Trumpets are featured on the signature opening riff and saxes carry the main melody in this powerful chart for beginning bands. Sure to become an instant favorite!Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012037 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Forget You
Recorded by Cee Lo Green but also featured on the TV show Glee (sung by Gwyneth Paltrow), this infectious tune is written in a style reminiscent of ’60s Motown. John Berry’s arrangement is solidly scored for beginning bands and requires no solos.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470769
