Paul Murtha

With no solos required, only a solid driving rhythmic groove, here is an authentic-sounding version of this Earth, Wind & Fire classic. Trombones are featured on the melody and all the signature horn...

The masters of funk, Tower of Power, are as relevant and active today as ever before. This hit from the '70s features a moderate tempo groove with an occasional 7/8 measure thrown in for kicks. Paul's...

Here is one of the signature hits from the 'Godfather of Soul” James Brown in a funky and well-scored chart. The saxes take the lead while the brass deliver all the tight horn riffs. An optional open...

This 1975 tune by the Temptations is one of their later hits and described as funkadelic in style. This chart from Paul Murtha features the infectious bass line first stated by baritone sax and guitar...

The funk hit by the Commodores and Lionel Richie has hardly lost any of its popularity since it first appeared in 1977. Paul Murtha, who is known for his ability to transform grooves very authenticall...

Here's a great showcase for your entire trumpet section - a snazzy, two-beat number that's filled with cleverness and easy gimmicks. Stand them all up front and let them please your crowd!

With a musical career spanning a century, the 20th century was Irving Berlin's own and his music was America's music. This spectacular choir, band and optional string medley of some of Irving Berlin's...

The music of Benny Goodman was the driving force in launching the swing era in the mid 1930s. With the familiar hits Let's Dance; Stompin' at the Savoy; Moonglow and Sing, Sing, Sing, this energetic a...

What better vehicle than the sultry jazz standard 'Harlem Nocturne' to showcase the talents of your alto sax soloist? Arranged with a richly scored accompaniment, this will bring back memories of the...

What better vehicle than the sultry jazz standard 'Harlem Nocturne' to showcase the talents of your alto sax soloist? Arranged with a richly scored accompaniment, this will bring back memories of the...

Celebrate the golden era of American music! In honour of the 100th anniversary of Irving Berlin's timeless classic *Alexander's Ragtime Band*, the spirited medley *From Rags To Ritz* takes musicians a...

With a musical career spanning a century, the 20th century was Irving Berlin's own and his music was America's music. This spectacular choir, band and optional string medley of some of Irving Berlin's...

Originally made popular by the group Queen, this tune is currently enjoying renewed popularity. Paul's charming shuffle version features the trombones off the top, then later the saxes have the lead a...

Creatively arranged in a medium swing big band style, this Donovan hit from the 60's works great for young players. There is plenty of solid scoring for the ensemble in addition to solos for trumpet,...

Here's a nice change-of-pace swing tune that will work great for contest or concerts. The tempo is relaxed just enough to make it easy for younger groups to handle comfortably. Plenty of tutti ensembl...

This upbeat swing standard remains one of the most popular tunes recorded by the Duke Ellington Orchestra. Here is a carefully arranged chart that sounds sophisticated, yet is easily attainable by you...

Scored for 1 Alto, 1 Tenor, 1 Bari (opt. Trombone), 2 Trumpets (opt. Alto double w/Trumpet 2), 1 Trombone (opt. double w/Tenor) and rhythm section and easily accessible to young players, this arrangem...

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...

This was one of Stevie Wonder's signature hits from the 1970s, and here is a masterfully arranged easy version in a light bossa style. Trombones grab the spotlight in the beginning and again at the en...

Bring infectious Latin jazz flair to your ensemble with the unforgettable classic "My Little Suede Shoes" by jazz legend Charlie Parker! Masterfully crafted in a very accessible arrangement by Paul Mu...