Paul Murtha

With a catalog spanning 50 years and more than 150 million albums sold, Billy Joel's music lives in the Pantheon of rock and roll. This amazing medley for concert band showcases some of his most iconi...

With a catchy melody and energetic style, every band will want to play this megahit hot off the charts. Easy ranges and rhythms help insure immediate success with this one.

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

Although this tune by iconic band Queen met with a rather cool reception when it was first released in 1979, over the years it has become one of the bands most popular songs thanks in part to frequent...

Recorded by Norwegian pop band A-ha in 1985, this familiar tune has taken on a life of its own becoming one of the top selling singles of all time. Paul's effective version for concert band provides p...

As suggested by the title, this powerful rock hit from Imagine Dragons has a thundering pulse and strong melodic lines throughout. Nicely adapted here for band by Paul Murtha.

Almost a complete concert in itself, this familiar Queen classic never fails to bring down the house! Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with inc...

Originally released in 1986, Livin' on a Prayer has become the signature song for rock group Bon Jovi. Thanks to continued usage in pop culture, sporting events and video games, this classic rock tune...

Recorded by The White Stripes in 2003, this familiar rock hit has become a favorite at sporting events. Paul's energetic arrangement for flexible instrumentation features the signature bass line riff...

One of the most famous rock riffs ever recorded, this tune was a hit for Deep Purple in 1972. Here is an easy arrangement written in a solid and gritty style. Sure to rock the house!

From one of the hottest new swing bands in the country, Cherry Poppin' Daddies, here is an outstanding arrangement of their current huge hit.

A tribute to Ray Charles would not be complete without this well-known classic tune. The opening trumpet solo with plunger is very effective, but totally optional depending on your situation. This med...

Recorded by Somali-Canadian artist K'naan, this song became a global hit in 2010 when it was adopted as the anthem for the FIFA World Cup hosted by South Africa. This rousing arrangement is guaranteed...

This well-known whaling song from New Zealand has been at the forefront of the rise in popularity of sea shanties. Featuring a memorable melody, rich harmonies, and a nice mix of textures, here is a g...

This 1981 power ballad from the group Journey has enjoyed renewed popularity in TV and film as well as the current Broadway production Rock of Ages. It was featured in the final episode of the HBO hit...

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Even though the TV show is for little tikes, the familiar theme song is very popular with jazz players. (Go figure!) The saxes are featured on the head and the trumpets take the melody on the bridge....

Here are the main themes from this popular soundtrack arranged for younger bands. With its unique mix of spy/adventure music reminiscent of the 1960s with a touch of cool jazz, this is sure to be a hi...

One of the most recognized TV themes of all time is hot again thanks to the new hit version of the original series. Paul's authentic-sounding arrangement races through a variety of key centers and giv...

One of the most recognized TV themes of all time is hot again thanks to the new hit version of the original series. Paul's authentic-sounding arrangement races through a variety of key centers and giv...

Instantly recognizable by all, here is one of the all-time great movie themes in a masterful arrangement for young players. Paul does a great job of capturing the authentic sound of Mancini's classic...