John Berry
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Love Shack
A funky little tune about a funky little shack! Originally recorded by the B-52s, this familiar hit has remained popular throughout the years. And here’s a rock solid and great-sounding arrangement for young players! 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: HL7011808 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Low Rider
With its unmistakable bass line and just plain cool rhythmic groove, here’s a classic ’70s hit that your young players are sure to enjoy. Using moderate ranges and easy rhythms, this medium rock chart will go together quickly.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: HL7012485 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Never Can Say Goodbye
Here’s the catchy Motown hit recorded by the Jackson 5 in a solid chart for young players. A solo alto sax is featured on the melody, but there is also plenty of solid tutti scoring throughout. 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: HL7011762 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
New York State of Mind
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 such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Barbra Streisand, The Muppets and Glee. Here is a terrific medium swing setting playable by young jazz ensembles sure to be a hit.SKU: HL7012027 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
This quirky tune was recorded by the Beatles for their 1968 “White Album” and featured recently in the Beatle-themed movie Yesterday. With a medium tempo and quasi Jamaican ska flavor, this chart is easy to learn and fun to play. No solos required.SKU: HL07013576 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
On the Sunny Side of the Street
Opening with a small group feature (alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone), this easy arrangement features plenty of scoring variety, and a nicely flowing moderate swing style. Also included is a brief sax soli and a written or ad lib. solo for trumpet.SKU: HL07013456 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Pennsylvania 6-5000
Here’s a perfect touch of swing era nostalgia with this signature tune from the Glenn Miller Orchestra. All the elements from the original are here including the famous sax melody, trumpet and alto solos and, of course, full band vocals. This version makes it playable even by younger bands.SKU: HL7011305 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Puttin’ on the Ritz
Irving Berlin’s upbeat show tune reached new heights of popularity with its appearance in Mel Brooks’ movie (and new Broadway show) Young Frankenstein. Always an audience favorite, this solid swing arrangement will be 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: HL7470727 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Rolling in the Deep
Singing superstar Adele has taken the pop charts by storm, and here is a very effective arrangement of her #1 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.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: HL7470771 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Route 66
With notable recordings by Nat King Cole and later the Manhattan Transfer, “Route 66” is a part of our musical heritage. This easy combo version features modest ranges and short solos for Parts 1 and 2. Mix and match the instrumentation to fit your needs.SKU: HL07013902 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Sack of Woe
Carefully adapted for younger players, this arrangement of Cannonball Adderley’s classic is set in a jazz-rock style throughout. The style remains faithful to the original, yet ranges and rhythms are moderate enough for young bands. Solos are provided for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL7012998 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Sanford and Son Theme
Here is an easy version of one of the most recognizable TV themes ever written. Solid scoring, funky riffs and a catchy melody make this one a guaranteed winner. 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: HL2501191 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Santa Baby
Most notably recorded by Eartha Kitt, but also featured in the movie Elf (recorded by Madonna), here is a terrific medium swing chart guaranteed to spice up your holiday concert. Tenor sax is featured on the melody and there are short solo spots for trumpet and trombone as well. Plenty of great ensemble writing!SKU: HL7011668 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
See You Again (from Furious 7) (arr. John Berry)
Recorded by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth, and from the hit movie Furious 7, this rock ballad features memorable lines and dramatic builds, all beautifully captured in this easy arrangement by John Berry. The alto sax feature spots can be performed by a soloist or the entire sax section. Otherwise no solos are required; just a nice blend of textures and pacing throughout.The Hal Leonard Easy Jazz Ensemble series is written for full band, playable with four saxes, three trumpets, three trombones, and rhythm section. Each arrangement includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba. Full length recordings available for each arrangement.SKU: HL7013788 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Sesame Street Theme
In a relaxed and swingin’ style, here is a very easy arrangement of this well-known TV theme. John’s chart is nicely scored for every section of the band. A tune that everyone in the audience will recognize!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: HL7011991 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Shake It Off
Taylor Swift has successfully crossed into the pop music arena with this upbeat and infectious hit. In this easy arrangement, the melody is smartly traded from section to section, and there are no solos required.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: HL7012561 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Shut Up and Dance
Recorded by the group Walk The Moon, this contemporary rock hit features a driving pulse and catchy lines. With the melody traded between the saxes and trumpets, this easy chart also features plenty of solid full ensemble scoring. 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: HL07012702 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Skyfall
Perfectly capturing the mood and style of earlier “Bond” themes, Adele has worked her magic with the hit Skyfall. John Berry’s easy version features a brief alto solo, then solid scoring for the entire ensemble with the melody traded between the saxes and trumpets. Sure to be an audience favorite.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: HL7012093 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Somewhere Out There
Back in the late ’80s, the animated film An American Tail was a blockbuster, and this hit song recorded by Linda Ronstadt and James Ingram was taking the nation by storm. This enduring ballad is beautifully scored for young players in this adaptation by John Berry.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: HL7470719 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Summer Nights (from Grease)
From the musical Grease, this easy arrangement of one of the main songs is perfect for casual concerts and impressing the parents. The moderate rock style plus easy rhythmic patterns insure success with this familiar hit. (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL4506168
