With music by Hans Zimmer, this striking soundtrack conveys a variety of dramatic moods and settings for this Academy Award-winning movie starring Russell Crowe. Powerfully scored for orchestra by Joh...
This classic by the Monkees was recently rerecorded into a chart hit by the pop group Smash Mouth for the movie Shrek. Guaranteed fun for the audience as well as your students.
The music of the Jackson 5 remains as popular today as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from the Motown era in a funky arrangement by John Wasson. Skillfully scored for the entire band.
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...
Recorded by Grover Washington Jr. with Bill Withers, this tune helped define the smooth jazz sound. Silky smooth and well orchestrated, this is a nice addition to any concert program.
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...
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...
Recorded by Trombone Shorty on his 2011 album For True and featuring Rebirth Brass Band and 5th Ward Weebie, this hot tune has a funky New Orleans style groove with a moderate tempo and catchy riffs....
Although originally an Italian song composed in 1960, Estate has become a jazz standard thanks in part to the Bossa nova version recorded by Joao Gilberto. This smooth version for younger players feat...
Attaining worldwide popularity, and describing 'a thousand hugs from ten thousand lightning bugs, ' this is the first #1 hit by recording sensation Owl City. John Wasson's setting for band captures th...
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...
From the hit movie Moana this easy-going song adapts beautifully for jazz ensemble with its tuneful theme and reggae/shuffle style. The melody is passed around the band starting with the saxes, follow...
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...
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...
Includes: Do You Want to Build a Snowman?, For the First Time in Forever, In Summer, and Let it Go.
Perfect for concert or graduation, this popular hit from Josh Groban shares a message of hope and encouragement for all. This beautifully scored concert band accompaniment offers a rare opportunity to...
From the blockbuster movie of 2003 comes a soundtrack filled with excitement, drama and power. John Wasson's excellent arrangement authentically recreates these marvelous themes for the mature concert...
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...
Recorded by Ray Charles in 1963, this funky classic has been covered by countless artists, but is probably best remembered from Ray's performance of it in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers. Arranged he...
Written in a straight 8th Latin groove, this moderately paced original features the sax section on the main melody, with solid support and answering figures from the brass. Solos are included for alto...
Commissioned by the Richardson (TX) Community Band, Silver Celebration commemorates 25 years of service by their conductor, George Jones. The work combines elements of traditional march style with the...
Pioneers of the horn band phenomenon of the late 60's and early 70's, the group Chicago generated an impressive line-up of hits. This energetic medley includes Make Me Smile, Does Anybody Really Know...
The infectious songs of this charismatic performer and recording artist have become icons of the Motown and seventies era. This spectacular showcase for band includes: Sir Duke, I Wish, Don't You Worr...
Originally recorded by the Beatles, John Wasson's version is actually closer in style to the hot rock/shuffle version recorded by Earth, Wind and Fire. Plenty of energy and tight ensemble figures with...
Delicate and dainty, this arrangement is NOT! Get ready to explode off the line with this hard-driving version of Deep Purple's big rock hit from the 70's.
One of the highlights from the movie is this distinctive and moderately paced dance feature. Woodwinds and horns get a chance to shine on this one!
This effective production number is written in a medium tempo swing style. The melody is skillfully traded around to various sections, and the feel alternates between a 2-beat feel and solid swing.
Everyone's favorite man about the jungle has his own unmistakable theme that is surprisingly hip for such a primitive guy! This is a fun chart that really swings (from tree to tree).
Includes: The Black Pearl, The Medallion Calls, and He's a Pirate.
Includes: The Pink Panther, Baby Elephant Walk, Moon River, and Peter Gunn.
The creative genius of Stevie Wonder never grows old. Here is a hard-hitting medley of hits that opens with the saxes playing lead on Living for the City. Next is You Are the Sunshine of My Life with...
Recorded by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, this up-beat rock tune is proving to be a current hit with mass appeal and staying power. With catchy melodies and a great feel, this is sure to be a hit on...
Recorded by The Who back in 1971 and used as the theme for TV's CSI, here is a signature rock anthem from one of the hardest rockin' bands ever. This driving arrangement for young players will liven u...
Includes: Dance to the Music, I Want to Take You Higher, Sing a Simple Song, and Thank You (Falletinme Be Mice Elf Again).
From the highly anticipated Justin Timberlake album The 20/20 Experience, here is an authentic-sounding version of the hit 'Suit & Tie' for jazz ensemble. Featuring a medium tempo R&B groove and sizzl...
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...
Composed by George Harrison and recorded by the Beatles on Abbey Road, this has become one of the most enduring ballads of the rock era. With a beautifully constructed melody and rich harmonic structu...
John Wasson takes this classic rhythm and blues tune from the 60's and dresses it up in this ultra funky version for jazz ensemble. Featuring powerful ensemble writing and a solo for tenor, this impre...
Reminiscent of the sassy and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn, here is a hot re-working of the classic Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a spar...
Hard-hitting rock version of one of the biggest hits of the 60s.
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...
