Discovery Jazz Series

Here's the rock classic from the group Journey, and made famous recently in the TV series Glee, in a terrific easy chart that will go together quickly. Trumpets are featured on the melody with plenty...

Over the years this 1986 hit from the group Europe has become a popular rock classic. Trumpets are featured on the signature opening riff and saxes carry the main melody in this powerful chart for beg...

Bring pure joy and infectious energy to the stage! With the world-famous pop-rock hit "Good Time" by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, you can instantly turn any concert into a lively party. This excitin...

Bring the unmistakable groove of the King of Pop to your stage! With "Bad", Michael Jackson created one of the most iconic rock and pop classics of all time. This electrifying big band arrangement, pu...

Bring pure pop energy and infectious excitement to the stage! With "What Makes You Beautiful," the global mega-hit by boy band sensation One Direction, you are guaranteed to thrill any audience. This...

Bring that unmistakable retro vibe to life: With "Blast from the Past" from Hal Leonard, you'll deliver pure vintage groove directly to your big band! This captivating original in a medium rock style...

Recorded by Queen, this classic hit features a medium tempo shuffle style and an infectious upbeat feel. The melody is traded around the band and the saxes take the lead in the stop-time clapping sect...

Bring pure rock energy to the stage! With Deep Purple's "Smoke On The Water," you can add one of the most legendary rock anthems of the 1970s straight into your big band repertoire. Published by Hal L...

Bring the timeless classic of the rock 'n' roll era straight to your stage! With "Rock Around The Clock", Bill Haley & His Comets conquered the top of the charts back in 1955 – and its infectious ener...

One of the defining rock acts of the 1970s, the music of Queen is still heard regularly on the radio waves and on the silver screen. This hard-hitting yet easy-to-play medley includes their monster hi...

Bring pure cult energy and maximum playing fun to the stage! "Louie Louie" is the ultimate classic that every band simply wants to play. With this infectious arrangement from renowned publisher Hal Le...

Bring pure holiday cheer and irresistible swing to your stage! Mariah Carey's world-famous mega-hit "All I Want For Christmas Is You" shines in a wonderfully jazzy setting, brilliantly arranged by Ric...

This simple yet unforgettable tune is always a holiday favorite. Rick's great-sounding arrangement with no solos required, and the melody passed from section to section, is sure to bring cheer to any...

Henry Mancini was undeniably a master of unforgettable melodies, and the soulful ballad "Moon River" is widely regarded as one of his greatest masterpieces. This beautiful, accessible big band arrange...

Most famously recorded by Josh Groban, here is a nicely scored version for beginning jazz groups that allows each section a chance to play the melody at some point. The arrangement builds to a modulat...

Finally, this Ellington classic is available for even the most inexperienced bands. For starters, this version is in Bb rather than C. Rick features the saxes on the melody with inventive brass counte...

With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band's favorites. There's plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn...

Y.M.C.A. by the Village People is one of those rare disco anthems that is instantly recognized and loved across all generations. With this infectious big band arrangement, you will bring pure energy a...

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,...

Composed originally for Weather Report and released in 1977, Josef Zawinul's quintessential jazz fusion standard has been recorded by countless artists through the years. Here is a slightly truncated...

Here is a good example of creative arranging using very limited technical demands. Michael has taken this familiar standard and converted it into a smooth-sounding Latin chart. A trumpet/alto duet sta...

This smooth Latin favorite has been around for more than 50 years and recorded countless times, including recently by Michael BublÚ. The easy rhythms and infectious groove make this a great choice for...

Recorded by both Louis Armstrong and Bobby Darin in the 1950s, this iconic standard has remained popular through years recorded by countless jazz artists. This arrangement for beginning jazz bands fea...

Here is an easy swing version of this timeless classic. The saxes are in the spotlight, but also featured is a short solo for trumpet. Skillfully arranged for inexperienced bands.

Known for his skill in adapting jazz classics for beginning players, Michael brings us this Bobby Timmons favorite in a very playable version. The style is medium slow swing, and the saxes present the...