John Berry

A practical and helpful how-to book designed to answer thousands of questions that face jazz ensemble directors every day. Author John Berry draws on over thirty years of experience as a director and...

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 e...

Recorded by the Backstreet Boys in 1999, this enduring hit was hailed by critics as the pop ballad of that year. With the melody skillfully passed from section to section, this arrangement goes togeth...

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 sol...

The song that launched Michael Jackson's famous 'moonwalk' was also one of the top selling singles for the year 1983. Featuring the signature bass line and catchy melodies, here is a great sounding ch...

The tune that helped put bossa nova on the map, here is a smooth and effective setting for jazz combo.

Recorded by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has staying power with its strong rhythmic base and catchy melodies. This easy arrangement will sound great with limited rehearsal time.

Singing superstar Adele has taken the pop charts by storm, and here is a very effective arrangement of her #1 hit for beginning jazz ensembles. John Berry effectively gives each section important part...

John Berry has done a nice job of adapting this swing favorite from the '40s to the combo format. This medium up-tempo chart is great for ensemble playing and learning swing style.

Originally a pop hit in 1980 and recently featured in the blockbuster movie Shrek 2, your audiences and players will love this funky and catchy chart. Includes a short written or ad lib. solo for alto...

Here is a solid, full ensemble treatment of this mega-hit recorded by Kenny Loggins. Features solos for trumpet and alto, and a driving rock feel.

Here's an easy, yet great-sounding arrangement of the hit song by Pharrell Williams that just never seems to get old! The melody is skillfully bounced from section to section, and there are no solos r...

Recorded by American rock band OneRepublic, this popular hard-driving hit is establishing a solid place in today's culture. With its driving pulse and 8th-note based rhythms, Counting Stars adapts nic...

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 o...

Good funk tunes for young players are hard to find. This soulful-sounding blues tune has been recorded by many artists ranging from David Sanborn to Herbie Mann, and it goes together easily.

With notable recordings by Nat King Cole and later the Manhattan Transfer, Route 66 is a part of our musical heritage. This easy combo version features modest ranges and short solos for Parts 1 and 2....

John Berry brings a contemporary Latin flavor to this huge Barry Manilow hit from the 70's. This chart features solos for trumpet and/or alto sax and some fresh harmonic twists.

Das leichte Combo-Arrangement des Latin-Klassikers "Bésame Mucho" im stabilen Tutti-Satz von John Berry enthält ein kurzes Solo für jeden Instrumentenpart.

The familiar bass line and melody riffs from this Mancini classic adapt perfectly for jazz combo in this easy arrangement by John Berry.

This classic blues tune is a perfect introduction for young players into the distinctive world of jazz master Thelonious Monk. Play this one slow or fast depending on the maturity level of your group....

Using only a few notes, Duke Ellington managed to create jazz standard that is instantly recognizable. With the blues form and easy melody, this is a great place to start for any young or inexperience...

Here are the main themes from this popular soundtrack arranged for younger bands. With its unique mix of spy/adventure music reminiscent of the 1960s with a touch of cool jazz, this is sure to be a hi...

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 entir...

Here is an economical collection of 15 complete arrangements in a variety of styles. Perfect for quickly building a library of great sounding charts. Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, pia...