Paul Murtha

Instantly recognizable and featuring a strong melody and moderate rock pulse, this 1997 Smash Mouth hit is still heard in video games, TV shows, and movies. Fun for the stands or the field!

This tune was a hit for Rachel Platten in 2015 but has caught on as a stadium anthem for determination and winning. Impressively scored for the entire band!

Recorded by American rapper Lil Nas X and joined in the music video by country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, this mega hit stayed #1 on the Hot 100 pop chart for a record-breaking 19 consecutive weeks! Perf...

High-energy drive and a frantic pulse describe this powerful hit from the group Jet. With stop-time statements of the melody and full band answers, this one really kicks!

This timeless funk classic recorded by MC Hammer in 1990 sounds as fresh as ever, and takes on new meaning in today's world.

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.

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.

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.

During the Civil War, this pivotal transportation point located on the Potomac River and Aquia Creek was an important hub for both north and south. In addition, it was a key link in the 'network of fr...

Finally here is an arrangement of our national anthem specifically designed for beginning players. The clarinets take the melody in the beginning, joined later by the entire band. Effective yet easy t...

One of the memorable sequences from The Simpsons Movie features Homer and his favored swine. Here's a tongue-in-cheek musical moment for the ages based on the familiar Spider-Man theme.

This famous duet from the 1940s has been recorded by countless artists over the years, and was featured in the hit movie Elf starring Will Ferrell. Here is a terrific-sounding arrangement for young pl...

This miniature suite of Appalachian favorites includes Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair, Sourwood Mountain and Simple Gifts. Even at this easy level, Paul Murtha has skillfully combined a mix...

This miniature suite of Appalachian favorites includes Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair, Sourwood Mountain and Simple Gifts. Even at this easy level, Paul Murtha has skillfully combined a mix...

Composed for second year players, Paul Murtha masterfully adapts the traditional military march form for young players. The first strain is carried by trumpets and upper woodwinds, while the low brass...

Finally here is an arrangement of our national anthem specifically designed for beginning players. The clarinets take the melody in the beginning, joined later by the entire band. Effective yet easy t...

From the wildly popular animated TV series Family Guy comes this swingin' theme. Scored with flexible instrumentation in the style of a Las Vegas show band, this is sure to be a hit with all audiences...

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...

Showing support for the people of Ukraine, here is a version of their beautiful and poignant national anthem scored for flexible instrumentation.

Showing support for the people of Ukraine, here is a version of their beautiful and poignant national anthem scored for flexible instrumentation.

From one of the most popular musicals of all time, here is a fun medley of: Greased Lightnin, Born to Hand Jive, Summer Nights, and We Go Together.