John Berry
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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
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 -
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