Paul Murtha

Recorded by The Police and written in a distinctive reggae/rock vein, this is definitely not just your run-of-the-mill pop tune! Paul uses inventive colors and skilled ensemble writing to take advanta...

Rarely does a current pop hit have such widespread and lasting appeal as this upbeat dance song! Paul's arrangement for young players is scored to sound solid with the entire band. Requires only a ste...

Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns N' Roses features familiar melodies and a relentless drive throughout. Paul's hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes...

Recorded in 1984 by the German rock group Scorpions, this classic hard rock hit remains popular in today's culture thanks to sporting events, video games, TV and film. This version for jazz ensemble i...

This timeless ballad released by Cyndi Lauper in 1984 continues as popular now as ever. In a style faithful to the original recording, here is a fabulous setting for jazz ensemble with vocal soloist (...

Quirky and featuring a bit of a retro sound, this uptempo theme is immediately recognizable to anyone in the gaming world. Solidly scored with plenty of drive and excitement, this will definitely add...

Recorded by Journey in 1983, this rock hit remains as popular as ever in movies and pop culture. Opening with an alto sax solo on the melody, this arrangement for young players is solidly scored for t...

All the grit, and rock and roll drive of the original Springsteen hit is captured in this masterful arrangement. A rare bari sax solo feature kicks off the melody. Great scoring. Lead trumpet plays E,...

One of the pivotal rock bands of the '80s, Bon Jovi produced a string of chart-topping and high-energy hits. Here is one of their best in a driving arrangement for beginning players that's sure to be...

Christmas music was never meant to be boring! Paul's infectious Latin style on this familiar classic will be the highlight of your holiday concert!

Recorded by Bruno Mars, this contemporary rock tune is actually a throwback to an earlier time reminiscent of James Brown. Featuring an energetic pulse that never quits along with a catchy melody, thi...

Although originally recorded by Eddie Floyd in 1966, this familiar hit has remained popular thanks to covers by artists such as Otis Redding, David Bowie, and Eric Clapton. This dynamic version for yo...

Still one of the funkiest tunes ever written, here is Earth, Wind & Fire's September in a version for younger bands. Paul Murtha expertly captures the infectious groove of the original. You simply can...

Young players will have a blast with this dynamic yet easy version of the huge hit by Lady Gaga. Trombones state the distinctive riff theme, and later the sax section trades statements with the brass...

Vince Guaraldi's music provided a level of jazz sophistication for the popular Charlie Brown television specials, and his holiday offerings were some of the best! This appealing medley includes Linus...

Featuring the classic dance tunes Let's Groove, Boogie Wonderland and Sing A Song, here is a fun medley of hits from Earth, Wind & Fire. The infectious groove and signature horn licks make this a grea...

From the original recording by Journey to the recent revival on the hit TV series Glee, here is one of the iconic songs of the '80s in a very playable and easy arrangement for band.

This popular Star Wars series follows the exploits of a bounty hunter in the post Return of the Jedi era. Featuring a stunning soundtrack by Ludwig Göransson, here is the iconic main theme in a dramat...

Written for Frank Sinatra and title track of his 1958 album, this tune remains popular through recent recordings and usages in TV and film. Here's a wonderful big band style arrangement for full conce...

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...

One of the best-known Latin tunes ever written, Tito Puente's hit is arranged here in a medium Latin rock style skillfully scored in the 6-horn format. With easy rhythms and modest ranges, this chart...

Commissioned by the Cabarrus All-County Middle School Band (Concord, North Carolina), this work was inspired by the composer's Irish heritage and the rich history of Ireland. With three main themes, t...

This traditional style march for very young players has all the right ingredients to become a winner. From the tutti first strain, to the percussion break, to the woodwind trio and rousing final strai...

The decade of the 1980s gave us an eclectic blend of musical styles and colorful personalities. Here is an action-packed sampling of the top hits from this rich period of popular music.

From the iTunes hit list to the dance floor, here is a tuneful and upbeat medley of some of the hottest dance hits today. Includes: Moves Like Jagger, Good Time, and Party Rock Anthem.