Paul Murtha

Will Smith's blockbuster film has a catchy, funky tune that everybody knows. Don't worry about rehearsing this one much - it's easy, repetitive and designed for nothing but fun.

This classic by the Monkees was recently re-recorded by the pop group Smash Mouth for the movie Shrek and is currently hot on the charts again. Guaranteed fun for the audience as well as your students...

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...

Bring the undeniable heroic spirit of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to your concert stage! With the "Captain America March" from the blockbuster movie "Captain America: The First Avenger", you can bri...

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...

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...

Immerse yourself in the golden age of the big band sound! Glenn Miller and his legendary orchestra defined the Swing Era like few others, writing music history with their unforgettable melodies. With...

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...

Bring unstoppable rock energy to the stage with '25 Or 6 To 4'! Originating from the legendary early years of the iconic band Chicago, this track is undoubtedly one of their most driving and powerful...

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...

Bring pure joy and an irresistible groove to the stage with "Let The Good Times Roll"! This thrilling big band arrangement, published by Hal Leonard, perfectly captures the unmistakable charm of the w...

One of the iconic tunes from the swing era, this enduring standard has been recorded by countless artists ranging from Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra,...

A timeless 80s cult classic takes the big band stage! Kate Bush's 1985 masterpiece 'Running Up That Hill' made a sensational comeback thanks to the global Netflix hit Stranger Things, captivating musi...

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...

Bring the ultimate summer vibe directly to the concert stage! Luis Fonsi’s infectious mega-hit "Despacito" broke worldwide records, became a multi-billion-view YouTube phenomenon, and topped the pop c...

Paul has carefully adapted his popular march for young players into the 4-part easy flex format. Following a traditional march form, Forward March! features strong melodies, easy counterlines, a trio...

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...