John Berry
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Sunny
This catchy tune first recorded back in the ’60s continues to be recorded by a wide variety of artists decades after it was written. Here is an excellent version for young bands in a medium Latin/rock style. Includes solid full ensemble writing as well as a sax soli and trumpet solo.SKU: HL7011417 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Take on Me
The trumpets are in the spotlight in this easy version of the 1985 techno rock classic recorded by the group A-ha. Featuring an energetic rock groove throughout, this chart is solidly scored for the entire band, and no solos are required.SKU: HL7012996 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
That’s Life
Composed in 1963 it wasn’t until Frank Sinatra released his iconic version in 1966 that this familiar tune solidified its place in pop culture. In this medium slow version for younger players, John Berry spreads the melody around to all sections starting with the trombones on the first statement. With skillful scoring throughout, there is also a short solo for trumpet and a tutti ensemble shout to finish with.SKU: HL7012954 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
This Christmas (Key: Ab)
Recorded by Donny Hathaway in 1970 and covered countless times since then, this appealing and enduring pop hit features a funky, upbeat rock style. John Berry’s solid arrangement gives all sections a crack at the melody and includes a solo for alto sax. Great change of pace programming for the holidays!SKU: HL7011429 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Uma Thurman
From the group Fall Out Boy, here is their high energy rock hit that features a relentless rock beat and quotes from the familiar ’60s television show The Munsters. This easy to learn arrangement will quickly become one of your students’ favorites, and a memorable choice for any concert.SKU: HL7012806 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Viva La Vida
Recorded by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has staying power with its strong rhythmic base and catchy melodies. This easy arrangement will sound great 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: HL7012581 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Viva Tirado
From the acclaimed 1962 album Moment of Truth by the Gerald Wilson Big Band, Viva Tirado was the impressive lead off tune. This arrangement in a medium Latin style features the soaring melody of the saxes paired with the energetic drive of the rhythm section and punches from the brass. Solo space is also provided for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL7013122 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
We’ve Only Just Begun
Recorded in 1970 and becoming one of the signature songs of The Carpenters, John Berry gives this tuneful classic a fresh take using an upbeat Latin groove and some nice harmonic substitutions. This smooth-sounding arrangement is an appealing way to revisit this well-known pop hit from the past.SKU: HL7011977 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
What I Did for Love
From Marvin Hamlisch’s landmark musical A Chorus Line, here is the well-known ballad “What I Did for Love” in a creative and appealing setting for young bands. Written in a medium slow Latin style, it includes solos for trumpet and alto sax.SKU: HL7012019 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
What Makes You Beautiful
Recorded by boy band sensation One Direction, here is a terrific version of one of their most recognizable hits. Written in a driving rock style, this solid arrangement 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: HL7012131 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Work Song
One of the signature tunes of the Cannonball Adderley Quintet, composed by Nat Adderley, this well-known jazz standard remains as popular today as when it first came out in 1960. Arranged here in a solid even eighth note feel, this is an appealing choice for any concert.SKU: HL07013578 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Yesterdays
Although written in the 1930s, this tuneful standard remains a popular choice and has been recorded by countless artists through the years. Here is an appealing version for young players in a moderate swing style that features rich ensemble sonorities and limited technical demands.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: HL7011993 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Are the Music in Me (from High School Musical 2)
The phenomenon that is Disney’s High School Musical has reached a new level of popularity with the release of the second movie. Here is the moving rock ballad in a powerful and carefully scored version 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: HL7011500 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
You Can’t Stop the Beat (from Hairspray)
From the hit musical Hairspray, here is the showstopping production number in a dynamic arrangement from John Berry. Featuring a fast-paced rock groove and hard hitting brass figures, this is sure to sound impressive even with younger bands.SKU: HL7012894 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
You Raise Me Up
Most famously recorded by Josh Groban, here is a nicely scored version for beginning jazz groups that allows each section a chance to play the melody at some point. The arrangement builds to a modulation followed by a powerful statement from the full ensemble. A marvelous change of pace number for any group.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: HL7470749
