John Wasson

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...

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...

This catchy funk tune was recorded by Was (Not Was) in 1987, but more recently has been popularized in pop culture including the movies Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, The Flintstones, and Super Mario...

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....

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...

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...

Few holiday songs have the staying power and popularity of this familiar tune, known primarily from the recordings by Perry Como in the 1950s, but also the Carpenters in 1984. Here is a lush and easy-...

Fun and energetic. With a blend of pop, Latin, and Caribbean musical elements, this arrangement from the hit Disney sequel offers endless musical concepts from articulations to syncopation. Great perc...

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).

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...

This gorgeous arrangement of the waltz from the score to It's The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown captures all its harmonic beauty and features some alluring tone colors including a Flugel Horn, Alto Sax...

Includes: The Black Pearl, The Medallion Calls, and He's a Pirate.

Bring pure suspense and cinematic excitement to the stage! The world-famous "Mission Impossible Theme" by Lalo Schifrin stands as one of the most thrilling and iconic soundtracks in film history. In t...

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...

One of first tunes to put the group Chicago on the map was this early rocker from 1970. John Wasson stays true to the original in this outstanding version for jazz ensemble that features solos for alt...

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...

Bring pure energy and electrifying power to the stage with "Born This Way"! Lady Gaga's world-famous mega-hit combines driving rock with the unmistakable, high-energy groove of the '80s – a perfect th...

Bring pure soul and an irresistible groove to the stage with one of the greatest classics by the legendary Jackson 5! "I Want You Back," straight from the golden Motown era, is a timeless pop mileston...

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...

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...

An Alto Sax feature, Flugel Horn soli, rich harmonic scoring and melodic content in all sections make up this lush arrangement of the Billie Eilish hit. Lead trumpet plays G and lead Trombone plays F.

An Alto Sax feature, Flugel Horn soli, rich harmonic scoring and melodic content in all sections make up this lush arrangement of the Billie Eilish hit. Lead trumpet plays G and lead Trombone plays F.

With music by Hans Zimmer and Lisa Gerrard, this striking soundtrack conveys a variety of moods and settings for this blockbuster new movie starring Russell Crowe. Powerfully scored for band by John W...

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...