John Berry
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Four
The saxes do most of the heavy lifting on this easy version of the Miles Davis standard. In addition, there is a short sax soli and a written or ad lib solo for trumpet. This is a wonderful introduction for young players to one of the most important jazz figures of the 20th century.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: HL7011728 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Funkytown(from SHREK 2)
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. Includes a short written or ad lib. solo for alto sax as well as all the well-known riffs. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL07011087 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
God Bless America
John Berry has come up with an excellent version of this Irving Berlin favorite that maintains a sense of reverence yet will sound great with a jazz ensemble. Easy to learn, this will make a nice addition to your programming needs.SKU: HL7010806 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Happy (from “Despicable Me 2”)
Here’s an easy, yet great-sounding arrangement of the hit song by Pharrell Williams that just never seems to get old! The melody is skillfully bounced from section to section, and there are no solos required. 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: HL7012287 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Hawaii Five-O Theme
Amazingly true to the original version, John Berry has scored this well-known television theme for very young players. With moderate ranges for the brass and no solos required, this one will go together quickly and sound great!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: HL7470759 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Hot Chocolate (from The Polar Express)
Here is an up-tempo and entertaining swing chart from the hit movie “The Polar Express.” Including crisp ensemble writing with a sprinkling of band vocals, this is a great addition to a holiday concert, or for any time of the year!SKU: HL07011141 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
I Wan’na Be Like You (from The Jungle Book)
From Disney’s The Jungle Book and more recently recorded by artists such as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Los Lobos and Smash Mouth, this lively song remains popular with all age groups. Here is an easy chart written in a light Latin style. The melody is passed around to various sections of the band and there are short solos for trumpet and alto sax. 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: HL7011764 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
I Want It All(from High School Musical 3)
From the third High School Musical installment (released on the big screen!) here is an upbeat winner with plenty of drive and catchy horn riffs. This chart features a high-energy rock style throughout, plus a short section of hard-hitting swing near the end.SKU: HL7011632 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
I Want It That Way
Recorded by the Backstreet Boys in 1999, this enduring hit was hailed by critics as the pop ballad of that year. With the melody skillfully passed from section to section, this arrangement goes together quickly and requires no solos.SKU: HL07013540 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
I Will Always Love You
This signature ballad by Whitney Houston is one she’ll always be remembered for. Here is a great-sounding arrangement by John Berry that features a solo for alto sax, tasteful ensemble accompaniment lines, and later a short solo for trumpet. Nice change-of-pace programming. 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: HL7011943 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
If I Didn’t Have You (From Monsters, Inc.) Young Jazz Ensemble Softcover(From Monsters Inc.)
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3If I Didn’t Have You (From Monsters, Inc.) Young Jazz Ensemble Softcover(From Monsters Inc.)
The academy award-winning song from “Monsters, Inc.” makes a very nice swing chart for jazz ensemble. With Randy Newman’s unmistakable style and John Berry’s expertise for young players, you can’t go wrong with this fun chart.SKU: HL07010945 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Imagine
Since being released in 1971, John Lennon’s poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry’s arrangement for young players is in the style of a rock ballad, with a contemporary feel and skillfully passing the melody from section to section. Requires no solos.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: HL7012469 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Isn’t She Lovely
From Stevie Wonder’s landmark 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life, this smooth and tender hit has gone on to become a jazz standard recorded by many artists. In a moderate swing style, John Berry perfectly captures the essence of the original in this version for younger bands. Includes brief solos for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL07013474 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
It’s Only a Paper Moon
This wonderful standard from the ’30s receives a fresh and inviting treatment in the hands of John Berry. Featuring a medium swing style that alternates with sections of Latin, creative harmonies, and skilled ensemble scoring, this contemporary chart will work great for any occasion. Includes solos for trumpet and tenor.SKU: HL7011512 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Jumpin’ East of Java
Recorded by the Brian Setzer Orchestra on the album Vavroom, this high-energy swing tune gives the entire ensemble a workout! The melody is skillfully traded around between sections of the ensemble, and there are brief solos for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL7012680 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Kidney Stew Blues
This “old style” blues tune features a nice combination of horn riffs, bluesy melody, and a medium swing feel. An excellent chart to encourage your aspiring soloists, this will go together quickly and sound great. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL7011431 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Law and Order
One of the signature television themes of our time, this instantly recognizable Mike Post composition adapts perfectly for jazz ensemble in this authentic sounding arrangement from John Berry. Includes brief solos for trumpet and alto sax.SKU: HL7011869 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Lean on Me
Based on the contemporary style featured on the hit TV show Glee, here is a very easy version of Bill Withers’ familiar hit from the ’70s. 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: HL7470753 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Learn to Fly
This rock tune recorded by the Foo Fighters has remained a favorite ever since its release in 1999. John Berry expertly trades the melody around from section to section in this great sounding chart for young players that requires no solos.SKU: HL7012762 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Linus and Lucy
Here’s the familiar main theme from the “Charlie Brown” TV specials that everyone is sure to recognize. Carefully arranged for younger players, this great sounding chart maintains all the charm and style of the original. A written or ad lib. alto sax solo is featured in the middle swing section.SKU: HL07013396
