Paul Murtha

The magic of the holiday season through the eyes of Charlie Brown never grows old. Here is a terrific medley written with flexible instrumentation of Vince Guaraldi's marvelous music. Includes: Linus...

Here's a rousing medley of three all-time favorite polka hits. Includes: Pennsylvania Polka, Just Because, and of course The Chicken Dance. And who doesn't like a good polka!

Few rock bands from the 1980s can boast the level of popularity and parade of hits produced by the band Journey. This terrific medley for flexible instrumentation includes Any Way You Want It, Don't S...

Named the greatest hard rock song of all time by VH1, Guns N' Roses' signature hit was introduced back in 1987 and remains as popular and recognizable today as ever. Featuring plenty of musical variet...

Paul Murtha puts a unique spin on this familiar Christmas tune using a mix of styles from two-beat, to rock shuffle, to straight-ahead swing. Every part gets a chance to play the melody in this entert...

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.

Every section of the band will have fun with this easy arrangement of Ozzy Osbourne's iconic rock anthem. From the signature bass line riff to the driving rock pulse, this is sure to be a hit with all...

From heavy metal masters Metallica, this 1991 hit has become a rock standard. Paul's powerful arrangement for band effectively captures the hard-driving feel of the original.

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!

Two perennial favorites make this clever medley a natural program choice for your Christmas season. Jingle Bell Rock and Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree are combined with an easy pop style, arranged...

This new hit from Phil Collins was written for the latest animated feature from Walt Disney, Tarzan. Sure to be a hit with all the ages, this memorable tune makes a beautiful ballad setting for jazz e...

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...

Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, this gospel-flavored hit was then famously featured in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers. Paul Murtha's rockin' arrangemen...

Here's the popular hit from Disney's 'Encanto' skillfully adapted for young jazz ensemble. This great-sounding chart features a moderate Latin groove and short solos (written or ad lib.) for tenor sax...

Ozzy Osbourne's biggest hit makes a hard-hitting rock chart for beginning jazz groups. Written in a moderate tempo and with plenty of tutti scoring, your band will sound great on this solid chart.

Here is an easy yet authentic sounding version of this funk/rock classic from the group Earth, Wind & Fire! Paul Murtha uses moderate ranges in this playable setting as well as plenty of repetition to...

Originally recorded by Sam & Dave in 1967, then later revived by the Blues Brothers, this tune helped define rhythm & blues. Paul Murtha's easy chart will sound great with any band and requires only l...

From the acclaimed CD The E. N. D by the Black Eyed Peas, this mega-hit was number one on the charts for more than 3 months, and was also nominated for two Grammy awards. Featuring a driving groove an...

Recorded by Bob Seger, this hard-hitting classic rock tune continues to be a favorite. Saxes are featured on the melody and there is a flexible solo section for any combination of alto sax, trumpet or...

A huge hit for The Ides of March back in 1970, this is a good example of an early horn band tune. With a driving rock pulse and the unmistakable brass riffs, this chart works great for young jazz ense...

Journey made this a hit in 1980 and the cast of Glee did it again in 2010. This solid arrangement is built on a driving 8th-note pulse and requires no solos. Sure to sound great with limited rehearsal...

Recorded by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, this very easy arrangement by John Berry will be quick to learn and fun to perform. This lively rock tune is sure to liven up any concert.

Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era, this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for young players. No solos are required and the mel...

Recorded by the group Chicago, this signature hit has gone on to become a rock classic. Paul's easy arrangement is playable with very limited rehearsal time, but still has an authentic and hard-drivin...