Paul Murtha

Already on the fast track to fame and popularity, Cars is the latest Disney/Pixar animation blockbuster and features a driving score by Randy Newman, plus songs recorded by Sheryl Crow, Chuck Berry an...

Here are the signature tunes from the irrepressible and always popular Blues Brothers. Paul Murtha's hard-hitting medley includes I Can't Turn You Loose, Soul Man and Gimme Some Lovin'.

Carefully arranged for younger bands, here's a terrific arrangement of the exciting main theme from the blockbuster summer movie Captain America: The First Avenger.

Recorded by the funkmeisters of the 1970s - Earth, Wind & Fire - this is one of their most energetic tunes in a tightly-written and hot-sounding chart. Includes a flexible solo section and solid ensem...

Written in a medium-tempo funk style, this hit recorded by Bruno Mars continues his trend of catchy tunes with an old school R&B sound. Beautifully adapted by Paul Murtha in this version for young jaz...

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.

Glenn Miller and his orchestra helped define the sound of the swing era. Here is an entertaining and authentically scored medley!

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...

From the early years of the group Chicago, this is probably their most driving and energetic rock hit. A solid chart for young bands.

Here is a very playable yet authentic-sounding arrangement of this Glenn Miller favorite. This arrangement has been carefully adapted for young players featuring the saxes in unison on the melody and...

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...

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...

Patterned after the well-known version recorded by Ray Charles, this effective swing chart for young players opens with the hard-hitting introduction followed by a sultry solo trumpet on the stop-time...

Kate Bush's 1985 classic surged back into the mainstream in 2022 thanks to the Netflix series Stranger Things. Now your jazz ensemble can play it thanks to Paul Murtha's great arrangement.

Sure to be recognized from its use in commercials and pop culture, this uptempo mambo will quickly become one of your band's favorites. The often-neglected trombone section gets the spotlight througho...

This standard by Horace Silver features a distinctive bass line groove and a laid back Latin style. Expertly adapted for this easy level, here is a great way to introduce the music of this jazz master...

Grade 1-1. 5. One of the most moving melodies ever written is this well-known theme from Holst's Jupiter (from The Planets). Paul Murtha has beautifully adapted this for the beginning level through sk...

Gershwin's landmark work brought elements of jazz to the symphonic stage. Featuring the main themes from this masterpiece here is a well-paced and effective setting for flexible instrumentation.

One of the best-known video game themes of all time, Battlefield 1942 Theme features a driving military pulse and a memorable soaring melody. Paul Murtha's powerful version stays true to the original...

When it comes to Latin compositions, it just doesn't get any better than the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. This classic tune is nicely adapted for young players, featuring the brass on the 'one note'...

This was one of Stevie Wonder's signature hits from the 1970s, and here is a masterfully arranged easy version in a light bossa style. Trombones grab the spotlight in the beginning and again at the en...

Becoming the first YouTube video to hit 4 billion views, Luis Fonsi's Despacito also reached the top of the pop charts in over 40 countries. Featuring a blend of Latin pop and urban rhythms, this infe...

In the early '80s, the group Journey (featuring the distinctive vocal style of Steve Perry) was a vital part of the music scene. Now, thanks to continued airplay, video games, and the hit TV series Gl...

The music of Stevie Wonder is timeless and continues to resonate even today. Paul Murtha has taken his best-known hits and created this upbeat and hard-hitting medley for the concert stage. Includes:...

As the world mourns the passing of Aretha Franklin, we celebrate the enduring legacy of her songs and persona. This powerful medley for the concert stage includes the hits Respect, (You Make Me Feel L...