John Berry

Amazingly true to the original version, John Berry has scored this well-known television theme for very young players. With moderate ranges for the brass and no solos required, this one will go togeth...

Timeless rock ballad from the Beatles! John's solid arrangement will bring out the best in your young group with a chart that is creative as well as appealing.

This '60s hit by Ben E. King has become a rock classic and has been featured in several motion pictures. With the instantly recognizable groove and infectious melody, this one works great for jazz ens...

This catchy tune first recorded back in the '60s continues to be recorded by a wide variety of artists decades after it was written. Here is an excellent version for young bands in a medium Latin/rock...

Over the years this 1986 hit from the group Europe has become a popular rock classic. Trumpets are featured on the signature opening riff and saxes carry the main melody in this powerful chart for beg...

One of the early hits from Michael Jackson, Bad featured a signature bass line and a strong melody. This instantly recognizable rock chart will sound great even with limited rehearsal time.

Recorded by the boy band sensation One Direction, here is a terrific version of one of their most recognizable hits. Written in a driving rock style, this solid arrangement will go together quickly.

Since being released in 1971, John Lennon's poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry's arrangement for young players is in the style of a rock ballad, with a contempo...

This rock tune recorded by the Foo Fighters has remained a favorite ever since its release in 1999. John Berry expertly trades the melody around from section to section in this great sounding chart fo...

From the group Deep Purple comes this rock anthem of the '70s. Give your beginning band a chance to rock out with this easy and powerful arrangement.

One of the defining rock acts of the 1970s, the music of Queen is still heard regularly on the radio waves and on the silver screen. This hard-hitting yet easy-to-play medley includes their monster hi...

This signature ballad by Whitney Houston is one she'll always be remembered for. Here is a great-sounding arrangement by John Berry that features a solo for alto sax, tasteful ensemble accompaniment l...

Recorded by Portugal. The Man. , this pop hit contains an energetic drive and appealing retro style. In this easy arrangement, the melody is passed from section to section and there are no solos requi...

From Stevie Wonder's landmark 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life, this smooth and tender hit has gone on to become a jazz standard recorded by many artists. In a moderate swing style, John Berry perf...

This quirky tune was recorded by the Beatles for their 1968 White Album and featured recently in the Beatle-themed movie Yesterday. With a medium tempo and quasi Jamaican ska flavor, this chart is eas...

This popular rock hit from the '60s was made famous by The Temptations and also Rare Earth. The simple chord progression and rock style make this one particularly easy for young soloists learning to i...

The well-known 'Peanuts' theme never fails to be a crowd pleaser! This easy combo arrangement features tutti scoring on the light rock theme, then a flexible solo section that switches to swing style.

In this easy combo version of the Miles Davis modal classic, the melody can be performed as a feature for the bass player, or you can use the cues provided in parts 3 and 4 as well as the piano.

Most famously recorded by Josh Groban, here is a nicely scored version for beginning jazz groups that allows each section a chance to play the melody at some point. The arrangement builds to a modulat...

Here's an example of a tune that was so corny in the '70s that now it's 'cool' in the '90s. And you'll have to admit that John Berry's treatment for jazz ensemble is fun to play.

The unique harmonic sounds of this Duke Ellington classic make it particularly appealing for jazz combos.

Composed originally for Weather Report and released in 1977, Josef Zawinul's quintessential jazz fusion standard has been recorded by countless artists through the years. Here is a slightly truncated...

Opening with a small group feature (alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone), this easy arrangement features plenty of scoring variety, and a nicely flowing moderate swing style. Also included is a brief sa...

Classy Latin sounds abound in this moderately paced chart that showcases the melodic and harmonic genius of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Opening with a rhythm section vamp, the trumpets take the first chorus...

This Latin favorite has received renewed attention thanks to a recording by Michael Bublé. Here is a version for younger players that gives all sections a chance to shine. Includes brief solos for tru...