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Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3
Stadium Jams – Volume 3
Every band needs short versions of hot tunes to fire up the crowd and their team during time-outs or pep rallies. Here’s a collection of indispensable rock classics including: Barracuda, Carry on Wayward Son, Paranoid and Final Countdown.SKU: HL3745417 -
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3.5
Stadium Jams Volume 13 (Video Games)
Perfect for time-outs or any occasion in the stands, here are four of the hottest themes from the video game world. Includes the main themes from Angry Birds, Megalovania (Undertale), Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, and Assassin’s Creed III.
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Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 2
Star Wars (Main Theme)/Rey’s Theme (from Star Wars: The Force Awakens)
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 2Star Wars (Main Theme)/Rey’s Theme (from Star Wars: The Force Awakens)
The Star Wars saga continues with the highly anticipated Star Wars: The Force Awakens. This powerful arrangement for reduced instrumentation opens with the familiar main theme followed by the distinctive new character theme for the heroine, Rey.SKU: HL3746022 -
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 2
Steve’s Lava Chicken (from A Minecraft Movie)
It’s as if this enormously popular song from the hit movie based on the smash hit video game was written to be played in the stands. Perfect length for any game situation, very accessible, a rockin’ groove that everyone will dance to and a melody that everyone will be singing along with. Just imagine when the student section belts out the ending!SKU: HLPC28631 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Stevie Wonder in Concert
The music of Stevie Wonder is timeless and continues to resonate even today. Paul Murtha has taken his best-known hits and created this upbeat and hard-hitting medley for the concert stage. Includes: Sir Duke, You Are the Sunshine of My Life, I Wish and Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours.SKU: HL04001283 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Sucker
The Jonas Brothers are back on top of the charts, and here’s a terrific easy arrangement of their most recent hit featuring a driving uptempo rock feel and catchy riffs. The flexible solo section features easy changes, and each part includes a sample written solo and scales. Perfect for beginning improvisers.SKU: HL07013562 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Summertime (from Porgy and Bess)
This enduring Gershwin classic has long been a favorite with jazz artists. Paul’s marvelous setting for young players features a sultry Latin rock groove, tasty harmonies, easy rhythms, and no solos are required. Great feature number for the entire ensemble.Discovery Jazz series titles are written for full band, playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, and rhythm section. Each arrangement includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn, and tuba. Full-length recordings are available for each arrangement online.SKU: HL07013816 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Superstition
Stevie Wonder helped to bring funk to mainstream pop music in the ’70s, and this is one of his most recognizable hits. Paul Murtha’s arrangement is easy to learn yet maintains the authentic groove of the original.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: HL7011504 -
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3
Superstition (includes “Living for the City” intro)
One of the trademark funk tunes of the early ’70s, this arrangement opens with a powerful fanfare based on “Living for the City,” then launches into the familiar strains complete with the signature horn riffs and driving rhythm.SKU: HL3745323 -
Marching Band, Marching Band Grade: 3
Sweet Child o’ Mine
Featured on the 1987 debut album by Guns N’ Roses, this classic rocker became their first #1 chart hit. Paul’s arrangement features the low brass on the melody, then cranks up the entire band with the signature riffs and chorus.SKU: HL3746188 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Sweet Child o’ Mine
This classic rocker from 1987 was featured on the Guns N’ Roses debut album, and became their first #1 chart hit. Still popular 30 years later, this is sure to be a blast from the past for the audience members and a fun piece for the band as well.SKU: HL4005412 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Take on Me
Recorded by Norwegian pop band A-ha in 1985, this familiar tune has taken on a life of its own, becoming one of the top selling singles of all time. Paul’s effective version for concert band provides plenty of variety in scoring and retains the exciting flavor of the original, including the signature half-time feel in the chorus.SKU: HL04004608 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Tank!(from Cowboy Bebop)
From the Japanese anime television series “Cowboy Bebop,” this exuberant tune has taken on a life of its own, and is simply flat out fun! Composed by Yoko Kanno and arranged here for younger ensembles by Paul Murtha, this exciting chart features a driving bass line with saxes on the main melody and punches from the brass. Solos are included for alto sax and trumpet.SKU: HL07013944 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Tarzan Soundtrack Highlights
Disney has done it again with their newest animated film – an entertainment blockbuster, this time featuring the songs of Phil Collins. Paul Murtha’s showcase for band includes three of the best songs from the film. Your band will love the pop “hooks” with Two Worlds, Trashin’ the Camp, and You’ll Be In My Heart.
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
That’s It!
The Preservation Hall Jazz Band continues to remain active with exciting new recordings and performances in the style of traditional New Orleans jazz. This uptempo tune from their latest album features a hot minor groove with a contemporary edge. A flexible solo section provides written or ad lib. options for alto sax, trumpet, or trombone.SKU: HL7012690 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Bare Necessities
First heard in the original 1967 movie, this familiar tune is featured again in the blockbuster 2016 version. In this clever arrangement for band, Paul Murtha uses a peppy 2-beat style and starts out with the trombones on the melody. Every section of the band gets into the act, however, including a solo or soli for tuba, and a brief slower section for a Dixieland combo leading to the rousing finish. A guaranteed highlight on any concert.SKU: HL04004779 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
The Bare Necessities (from The Jungle Book)
Ever since The Bare Necessities was first introduced in the classic movie The Jungle Book, this catchy tune has remained a familiar favorite. Featured again in the 2016 movie, here is an easy arrangement that will make your young ensemble sound terrific.SKU: HL7012794 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
The Best of Chicago
The early hits by supergroup Chicago were remarkable for their driving rock style combined with a distinctive and integral use of horns. Here’s a fast-paced and dynamic medley for young players that includes the familiar tunes Make Me Smile, Saturday in the Park, and 25 or 6 to 4.SKU: HL04003347 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Best of Journey
In the early ’80s, the group Journey (featuring the distinctive vocal style of Steve Perry) was a vital part of the music scene. Now, thanks to continued airplay, video games, and the hit TV series Glee, they are back on top again. Featuring Don’t Stop Believin’, Separate Ways (Worlds Apart), Open Arms and Any Way You Want It, this medley is sure to be a hit with all audiences.SKU: HL02501469 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
The Best of Kiss
One of the hottest rock bands of the 1970s, the group Kiss still has an impact today with popular hits like “Rock and Roll All Nite,” “Beth” and “Shout It Out Loud.” This rockin’ medley by Paul Murtha is easy to learn and will bring back memories for all the parents, but will still be a blast for your students as well. Dur: 3:30SKU: HL8725144 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Best of Miami Sound Machine
This iconic band from the ’80s gave us some of the hottest dance hits of the decade. Here is a great sounding medley that brings back the Latin magic including: Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Words Get in the Way, and Conga.SKU: HL4003101
