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John Lennon
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
All My Loving
One of the classic early hits by the Beatles, this catchy tune features an immediately recognizable melody and a driving swing/shuffle style. Included in this version for young players is the famous guitar break adapted for sax solo or soli.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: HL7012303 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Blackbird
Perhaps one of the Beatles’ lesser known tunes, Blackbird remains one of their most creative and memorable. Mike Tomaro’s smooth setting uses a blend of light funk along with a brief samba section to create a truly outstanding effect. The theme is stated simply in the beginning on trumpet, followed by an array of orchestrational textures and harmonies.SKU: HL7011768 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Can’t Buy Me Love
Mike found a nice jazz shuffle groove for this early Beatles classic that will be a lot of fun for beginning groups. The minor blues solo section allows players to use either the blues scale or dorian mode for ease in improvising. Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL07470602 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Day Tripper
Featuring one of the most recognizable bass riffs recorded by the Beatles, John Wasson brings us a fresh and creative setting for young jazz groups. With a hint of Latin style and smooth harmonies, this is sure to be an attractive addition to any program.SKU: HL7012235 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Do You Want to Know a Secret?
The Beatles, the band that “changed everything,” continue to influence the music industry today. Easily forgotten as the monster hit that it was, the song was a delicate and melodic ingredient that had a definite place in making up the Beatlemania of 1964. Originally included on their Please Please Me album, now arranged for beginning band, this Victor López rendition of “Do You Want to Know a Secret” will be a sure hit with both your audience and students alike.SKU: AL35357 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
Eleanor Rigby
Commissioned by the US Army Jazz Ambassadors, this arrangement by Eric Richards shines new light on the beauty and depth of the classic Beatles hit. An up-tempo Brazilian groove gives way to hints of samba and songo, but always with a smooth and laid back feel. Piano solo is featured off the top, followed by a trio of tenor, trombone and guitar on the head, and later solo space for one or more of these players. A brief nod to the classical feel of the original Beatles track helps build to a climactic shout for the full ensemble. Nice!SKU: HL7011995 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Get Back
Recorded by the Beatles on Let It Be, and notably performed on the roof of Apple Studios in London, here is a rockin’ version for very young jazz bands.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: HL7470743 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
Originally recorded by John Lennon and Yoko Ono in 1971, this familiar anthem has remained a holiday favorite and since been recorded by a variety of artists. Tuneful and easy to play, this is sure to make an appealing addition to your next holiday concert.SKU: HL04003248 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Here, There and Everywhere
Mark Taylor has crafted a unique version of this familiar hit originally recorded by the Beatles. After a gentle ballad-like intro, the style shifts to jazz waltz featuring a tenor sax soloist. Along the way there are sophisticated rhythmic stylings and a terrific shout chorus for the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7012301 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Hey Jude
Recorded by the Beatles in 1968, this classic ballad has remained popular through the years. This arrangement for young players opens with a trumpet solo followed by a statement in the woodwinds. The lower voices then get a chance at the melody before the full band takes over on the familiar chorus. Sure to be a favorite with your audience as well as your students.SKU: HL08725341 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Hey Jude
Skillfully arranged for beginning groups, every section of the band gets a chance to play the melody on this Beatles classic. Written in a rock ballad style, this tutti style arrangement requires no soloists. (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL4506114
