John Wasson

A collection of 12 original compositions by Dallas Brass arranger and composer, John Wasson. The pieces are written in a variety of music styles, Swing, Salsa, Blues, Reggae, Funk, and Broadway. They...

Originally from the Disney movie Jungle Book, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy also featured an energetic Latin rendition on their 1999 CD This Beautiful Life. Turned into a mambo, it really cooks for jazz ensemb...

Immerse yourself in the glamorous world of one of Hollywood's greatest composers: With "The Best Of Henry Mancini," renowned publisher Hal Leonard brings unforgettable film music classics directly to...

English funk band Jamiroquai recorded this hit in 1997. Featuring a quirky melody and a catchy shuffle groove, this arrangement for young players will add a uniquely different sound to any contest or...

Bring ancient Rome to life on the concert stage! With "Music from Gladiator", this masterful arrangement by John Wasson brings Hans Zimmer's thrilling, world-famous film score directly to your orchest...

Bring pure energy and timeless Motown groove to the stage! "I Want You Back" by the legendary Jackson 5 is undoubtedly one of the greatest milestones in pop and soul history. In this first-rate, irres...

Here's another in a long line of monster pop hits from Bruno Mars! Finesse uses a funky hip-hop shuffle style along with infectious harmonies and catchy riffs. Every section gets a workout, and a shor...

Bring pure groove and silky-smooth nostalgia to the stage with the timeless classic "Just The Two Of Us"! Originally recorded and popularized by jazz saxophonist Grover Washington Jr. alongside soul l...

Bring festive swing and energy to this year's holiday concert! With "In The Christmas Mood", published by Hal Leonard, you and your concert band can look forward to a truly exceptional medley. This in...

Perfectly scored for young jazz ensembles, this arrangement of the classic standard written for the musical Pal Joey is perfect to teach swing style and to expand your players knowledge of classic Ame...

A collection of 10 original compositions by Dallas Brass arrangers/composers, John Wasson and John Schuberg. The pieces are written in a variety of music styles from swing to rock. They are scored for...

Topping the charts as well as being featured in the movie Trolls, this hit song from Justin Timberlake features a catchy hook along with an energetic rock style. Here is a great-sounding chart for you...

Originally a #1 hit for Toto in the early '80s, and recorded again recently by the group Weezer, this powerful rock anthem features a distinctive groove and memorable lines. John Wasson has given it a...

From Trombone Shorty's acclaimed CD Backatown, here is the hot title cut arranged for big band in a funky medium tempo. With a blend of catchy riffs, solid ensemble passages, and stop-time breaks, thi...

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s, this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around...

Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this became a #1 hit on the charts, and in 1975 became the first musical number ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live! Here is a funky version for young...

From The Jungle Book, this timeless classic appeared in the original movie as well as the latest blockbuster hit. With a 2-beat swing style and well-known melody, this one is impossible not to like. T...

Composed by Yoko Kanno for the Japanese anime television series "Cowboy Bebop," the tune "Tank!" has taken on a life of its own. John Wasson's driving Latin funk version was written for his Strata Big...

Jazz ensemble is the perfect place to highlight the energy of the #1 hit song from the smash Netflix movie. The rhythm section holds down the infectious techno pop groove and expert scoring gives all...

Bring the epic soundscape of the cinematic masterpiece "Gladiator" to life! With "Music From Gladiator," published by the renowned Hal Leonard, you can bring the thrilling and emotional melodies of th...

John Wasson superbly arranges bold and dramatic music from this Oscar-winning film for strings. Your players will love the effective, programmatic style of this music and its rhythmic action sections....

Bring infectious energy and pure joy to the stage with the unforgettable hit "I'm a Believer"! Originally made famous by The Monkees and brilliantly revived by Smash Mouth for the animated blockbuster...

Bring modern pop brilliance to the jazz stage! "Clocks" is undeniably one of the greatest and most iconic milestones by the British hit band Coldplay, rightfully winning the Grammy Award for Record of...

From Stevie Wonder's acclaimed and highly influential 1973 Innervisions album, Living for the City featured a driving moderate tempo groove and memorable melodic lines. Adapted beautifully for jazz en...

Featuring one of the most recognizable bass riffs recorded by the Beatles, John Wasson brings us a fresh and creative setting for young jazz groups. With a hint of Latin style and smooth harmonies, th...