Paul Murtha

Originally composed for the acclaimed U. S. Army Band Herald Trumpets, Paul Murtha's dramatic fanfare pays tribute to the heroic men and women of the New York City Fire Department who lost their lives...

Kiskiminetas is a Native American word that means to make daylight and was likely a command given to break camp and continue the journey. Paul Murtha's escriptive work for young players opens with a n...

Here is a creative take on the traditional march form. As the title implies, March Circuitous takes some inventive twists and turns along the way, providing a distinctive and rewarding march for young...

This familiar standard has been around for years, and is creatively set here in a medium swing style by Paul Murtha. The trombone section is featured in the beginning and is followed by the trumpet se...

The definitive recording of this jazz classic is by Bill Evans, with other notable recordings by Cannonball Adderley and Joe Henderson. Paul Murtha's arrangement for young groups features a Latin styl...

Using a moderate tempo and modest brass ranges, here is an easy arrangement of this Charlie Parker classic that alternates in style between Latin and swing. Saxes are featured in the beginning, later...

One of the most well-known tangos throughout the world, Libertango (as arranged here by Paul Murtha) will give your young players a chance to learn this important and engaging musical style. Solidly s...

The early hits by supergroup Chicago were remarkable for their driving rock style combined with a distinctive and integral use of horns. Here's a fast-paced and dynamic medley for young players that i...

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000, Eric Clapton is considered one of the most influential guitarists of all time, and his impressive string of hits spans four decades. In this terri...

The powerful music of rock band Queen remains as relevant and recognizable as ever. This exciting medley for flexible instrumentation includes the timeless hits 'We Will Rock You', 'Another One Bites...

Before Danny Elfman was a celebrated film composer he was the front man and songwriter for the hugely successful rock band Oingo Boingo. This medley of three of their biggest hits, Just Another Day, W...

Before Danny Elfman was a celebrated film composer he was the front man and songwriter for the hugely successful rock band Oingo Boingo. This medley of three of their biggest hits, Just Another Day, W...

The music (and the persona) of Ozzy Osbourne has become immortal and is on every playlist from today's youth to the people who were there. This incredibly arranged medley contains four of the biggest...

The music (and the persona) of Ozzy Osbourne has become immortal and is on every playlist from today's youth to the people who were there. This incredibly arranged medley contains four of the biggest...

The music (and the persona) of Ozzy Osbourne has become immortal and is on every playlist from today's youth to the people who were there. This incredibly arranged medley contains four of the biggest...

2002 marks the 100th birthday of one of America's top Broadway composers. Richard Rodgers' contributions to the musical theatre of his day were extraordinary, and his influence continues even today. T...

The rollicking sounds of Elvis Presley are featured throughout Disney's delightful animated hit Lilo & Stitch.

The group Queen practically invented the 'rock anthem' with their driving rhythms and catchy riffs. Here is an easy but hard-hitting medley of three of their trademark hits.

The magic of the big band era returns with this medley of hits carefully scored for younger players. Authentic sound with limited technical demands! Includes Leap Frog, Stompin' at the Savoy, and Wood...

Sung by the Jets gang in Bernstein's West Side Story, this familiar song is filled with energy and rambunctious humor. With the melodic phrases being bounced from section to section, this clever adapt...

Featuring a tuneful melody, a well-constructed form, and an energetic pulse, this Bruno Mars hit adapts quite well for band in this entertaining and dynamic arrangement from Paul Murtha.

Elton Johns quirky and upbeat rock hit was first recorded in the early 70s, but it has remained popular ever since. Pauls version for flexible instrumentation skillfully passes the melody around from...

Not many contemporary rock songs exhibit the staying power of this recent hit recorded by Imagine Dragons. Here's a great-sounding version for flexible instrumentation that goes together easily.