Paul Murtha

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...

Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features an appealing contemporary jazz/rock flare. Saxes tak...

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...

In the height on the disco era, this tune recorded by Sister Sledge caught fire on the R&B and pop charts in 1979. Baseball fans will remember this as the team anthem for the world champion Pittsburgh...

This funk classic was originally recorded by Otis Redding back in the '60s and was later covered by The Black Crowes. Playable by younger groups, Paul Murtha's chart still has the fire and energy of t...

It is absolutely impossible to find a funkier tune than this R&B hit from the '70s courtesy of The Commodores. Paul's chart has it all from the trademark bass riff to the ensemble punches and melodic...

Recorded by Earth, Wind & Fire and often heard in TV and films, this classic funk tune from the '70s is a sure way to pump some energy into your next program. The melody is skillfully passed from sect...

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...

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...

Stevie Wonder's hit from 1973 remains as fresh-sounding as ever. Paul Murtha's version for flexible instrumentation features a funky groove and all the signature riffs.

Stevie Wonder's hit from 1973 remains as fresh-sounding as ever. Paul Murtha's version for flexible instrumentation features a funky groove and all the signature riffs.

In a swingin' gospel style, here's a medium tempo chart that will be a blast to play. Includes bluesy ensemble licks and solos for any combination of tenor, trumpet or trombone.

In a swingin' gospel style, here's a medium tempo chart that will be a blast to play. Includes bluesy ensemble licks and solos for any combination of tenor, trumpet or trombone.

In a swingin' gospel style, here's a medium tempo chart that will be a blast to play. Includes bluesy ensemble licks and solos for any combination of tenor, trumpet or trombone.

Recorded by The Brian Setzer Orchestra for the movie Stuart Little, this hot tune really swings!

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 the Duke Ellington Orchestra helped define the role of jazz in America. Here is a swingin' medley for young bands including the memorable titles: Take The A Train, Don't Get Around Much A...

Including the popular swing hits Flip Flop and Fly, Jump, Jive an' Wail and Rock This Town, here is an entertaining medley for band that will have everyone dancing in the aisles. Paul Murtha has skill...

Including the popular swing hits Flip Flop and Fly, Jump, Jive an' Wail and Rock This Town, here is an entertaining medley for band that will have everyone dancing in the aisles. Paul Murtha has skill...

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 100th anniversary of Irving Berlin's classic Alexander's Ragtime Band with this medley of four of his all-time greatest hits arranged for choir, band and strings! A fantastic closer or f...

Helping to pioneer the Afro-Cuban style of the '40s, Dizzy Gillepsie's signature composition has been recorded by countless jazz artists over the years and has become a true jazz standard. Skillfully...

Helping to pioneer the Afro-Cuban style of the '40s, Dizzy Gillepsie's signature composition has been recorded by countless jazz artists over the years and has become a true jazz standard. Skillfully...

Helping to pioneer the Afro-Cuban style of the '40s, Dizzy Gillepsie's signature composition has been recorded by countless jazz artists over the years and has become a true jazz standard. Skillfully...