Chris Sharp

This timeless spiritual classic gets the front burner treatment from Disney writer Chris Sharp. A lush opening chorale gives way to a driving New Orleans street beat with tenor solo (as written or wit...

The spiritual Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho gets transported to the '40s big band era using the rhythmic feel and famous ostinato from Benny Goodman's Sing, Sing, Sing. With just a little rehearsal...

This accessible version of Ramsey Lewis's famous gospel classic has a rock flair and will showcase your sax section and pianist. The written piano solo is followed by a double-time section with a sax...

This accessible version of Ramsey Lewis's famous gospel classic has a rock flair and will showcase your sax section and pianist. The written piano solo is followed by a double-time section with a sax...

Feature your trombone section in this rip-roarin’ arrangement of the famous Tiger Rag. Trombones alternate between playing melodic material and providing humorous fills, taking full advantage of their...

Feature your trombone section in this rip-roarin’ arrangement of the famous Tiger Rag. Trombones alternate between playing melodic material and providing humorous fills, taking full advantage of their...

Gershwin at his best! Primarily a bright and fiery samba with a slow middle section. Solo space (written) is for alto 1 and trumpet 2, and lead trumpet range is to D above the staff. A percussion part...

This timeless spiritual classic gets the front burner treatment from Disney writer Chris Sharp. A lush opening chorale gives way to a driving New Orleans street beat with tenor solo (as written or wit...

This collection of short exercises is a follow-up to last year's popular Warm-ups for Beginning Jazz Ensemble. Covering a wide variety of styles, the exercises include Chorale, Ballad, Laid Back, Kill...

This collection of short exercises is a follow-up to last year's popular Warm-ups for Beginning Jazz Ensemble. Covering a wide variety of styles, the exercises include Chorale, Ballad, Laid Back, Kill...

This '40s-style swing chart pays homage to the likes of Benny Goodman and Gene Krupa. Call-and-response gets every player involved in the fun, and there are plenty of solo drum fills to showcase your...

This '40s-style swing chart pays homage to the likes of Benny Goodman and Gene Krupa. Call-and-response gets every player involved in the fun, and there are plenty of solo drum fills to showcase your...

Opening with the rich sounds of the woodwind choir, here is a magnificent setting of John Bacchus Dykes' familiar hymn tune, Holy, Holy, Holy. Rich brass writing sets up the fanfare and key change to...

This lovely ballad utilizes piano with the full concert band, giving the work a rich, vibrant texture. A songlike melody weaves its way through the ensemble in several delightful settings. If you have...

Marches have long been a staple of the concert band repertoire, and FJH is proud to offer this exciting concert march by Chris Sharp. Bright and spirited throughout, this piece utilizes the rhythmic c...

Drawing from some of the lesser-known material from Bizet's famous opera, this arrangement closely portrays the original with its beautiful, lyrical melodies and lush harmonies. Solos are written for...

The largo theme from Dvorák's New World Symphony is arguably one of the most famous melodies in classical literature. This delightful setting by Chris Sharp is appropriate for bands at any level, and...

The largo theme from Dvorák's New World Symphony is arguably one of the most famous melodies in classical literature. This delightful setting by Chris Sharp is appropriate for bands at any level, and...

The largo theme from Dvorák's New World Symphony is arguably one of the most famous melodies in classical literature. This delightful setting by Chris Sharp is appropriate for bands at any level, and...

Finally - here is a beautiful arrangement for young band of the famous Nimrod variation from Elgar's Enigma Variations.

Include the sounds of Western Africa in your next concert with this innovative piece characterized by rhythm-based upbeat melodies and harmonies. This exciting style evolved from the folk music of the...

In Native American culture, the vision quest is a rite of passage for adolescents signaling their entry into adulthood. This powerful rite is captured in a bold new work by Chris Sharp. After a forcef...

Experience the life of the 19th-century swashbuckler in this fantastic contest piece! The opening theme, The Pirate Life, recalls the lively dance music of pirates after a hard day. A beautiful and ha...

This thoughtful adaptation from Haydn's Creation is a wonderful way to incorporate classical music on your next program while working on balance between woodwinds, brass and percussion. It can also fu...

This thoughtful adaptation from Haydn's Creation is a wonderful way to incorporate classical music on your next program while working on balance between woodwinds, brass and percussion. It can also fu...