Paul Murtha
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Runaway Baby
Recorded by Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is actually a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent of James Brown. Featuring an energetic pulse that never quits along with a catchy melody, this chart is destined to become a showstopper! The solo section includes options for alto, trumpet, or trombone.SKU: HL7011937 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Scarborough Fair
Using the traditional English folk song as a basis, Paul Murtha found a creative treatment as an uptempo jazz waltz! With a natural flowing groove, this swingin’ chart opens with a trio of alto, trumpet and trombone on the main theme. There’s great scoring for the entire ensemble, and solo space for the three featured players (with sample written solos).SKU: HL7013078 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Selections from The Greatest Showman
From the powerful soundtrack of the hit movie The Greatest Showman, here is a dramatic and exciting medley for the concert stage. Includes: The Greatest Showman, Never Enough, a Million Dreams, This Is Me and From Now On.SKU: HL04005513 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Selections from The Polar Express Concert Band with Opt. Choir and Strings
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3Selections from The Polar Express Concert Band with Opt. Choir and Strings
Featuring a tuneful score by Alan Silvestri and stunning visual effects, this enchanting holiday movie has become an annual favorite. This fast-paced and carefully scored medley can be performed by band alone, or with optional chorus for a truly spectacular holiday concert event. Includes: Believe, Hot Chocolate, The Polar Express, and Spirit of the Season.SKU: HL04004667 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Señorita
Recorded by contemporary artists Shawn Mendes with Camila Cabello, this popular hit has ruled the pop charts with its seductive Latin style and memorable melodies. Paul’s version for young players features brief written (or ad lib.) solo spots for alto sax and trombone and later feature spots for all sections.SKU: HL07013568 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)
Recorded by Journey in 1983, this rock hit remains as popular as ever in movies and pop culture. Opening with an alto sax solo on the melody, this arrangement for young players is solidly scored for the entire band and features a driving pulse throughout.SKU: HL07014004 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
September
Recorded by Earth, Wind & Fire and often heard in TV and films, this classic funk tune from the ’70s is a sure way to pump some energy into your next program. The melody is skillfully passed from section to section, making this a fun arrangement for everyone to play and enjoy.SKU: HL04001249 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Seven Nation Army
Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era, this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for young players. No solos are required and the melody is skillfully passed around from section to section.SKU: HL7012994 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Shakey Ground
This 1975 tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits and is described as “funkadelic” in style. This chart from Paul Murtha features the infectious bass line first stated by baritone sax and guitar, and later joined by the rest of the ensemble on the funky riffs. The solo section on a one-chord vamp can easily be opened up, but samples are provided for alto sax, trumpet, and trombone. Definitely a fun chart with attitude!SKU: HL7012758 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Slow Hot Wind (Lujon)
Originally an instrumental composition by Henry Mancini, this engaging tune has been used in various film scores, and later recorded by recording artists such as Sarah Vaughan and Sergio Mendes. Here’s a smooth version for young players that features the entire ensemble.SKU: HL7012772 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Something
George Harrison’s most successful contribution to the Beatles catalog is no doubt this familiar iconic ballad. Paul Murtha’s setting for band features alto sax on the melody, followed by the low brass, and a light swing style treatment of the bridge section. Scored with nice variety throughout, this offers a welcome change of pace number for any concert.SKU: HL04001287 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Sonnymoon for Two
Riff-based blues tunes are always valuable when teaching young players to improvise, and here is one of the best! Arranged here for inexperienced players, this Sonny Rollins classic features a swing style in a moderate tempo, a simple melodic riff, and a flexible solo section for encouraging any player to give soloing a try using the blues scale.SKU: HL7012922
