Discovery Jazz Series

This catchy calypso-rock tune from the 60's is riff based, easy to learn, and fun to perform. This solid chart includes plenty of ensemble unisons and a stop-time section with drum fills. Perfect for...

Unleash the raw energy of rock 'n' roll on the big band stage! With Steppenwolf's legendary anthem "Born To Be Wild," you can bring one of the greatest rock classics of all time directly into your rep...

Here is one of a very select group of blues standards that every jazz musician should know. Paul's very easy version makes it accessible to young players and gives beginning improvisers a wonderful pl...

Similar to the trademark version by Ike & Tina Turner, this easy arrangement starts out slow in the beginning, then kicks into high gear to finish out. Saxes take the lead at first, but there is plent...

Bring the ultimate 80s pop classic to the big band stage! Featuring one of the most legendary bass lines in music history, Michael Jackson's global smash hit 'Thriller' has thrilled generations—and co...

Featuring powerful riffs and a driving hook, this high-energy rock hit from teen sensation Hannah Montana (Miley Cyrus) will be a hit with your band. Requires no solos.

From the driving rock style to the familiar call and response refrain, this easy arrangement of the Ray Charles classic will be fun to play and easy to learn. (Remember the John Belushi Beethoven skit...

Originally recorded by Lynyrd Skynyrd, this is one of the most powerful arena rock tunes of all time. Opening in a rock ballad style, the chart then finishes with a driving rock vamp that can be used...

Bring the timeless sound of Motown straight to the stage! "Ain’t No Mountain High Enough" is one of the greatest classics in music history, made unforgettable by legends such as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ros...

Written as a tribute to the Godfather of Soul James Brown, Rick Stitzel uses plenty of tutti ensemble riffs in creating a chart that's true to this funky style. The solo section can be played by any s...

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...

This jazz/rock classic by Josef Zawinul also crossed over to become a popular hit as well. John Edmondson's solid arrangement for beginning jazz ensembles features a slow funk groove with the melody t...

Outstanding vintage rock from the group Queen. This hard hitting chart is guaranteed to be a hit with your band.

Bring the unmistakable energy of the King of Pop straight to your stage! With Michael Jackson's "Bad," you can deliver a true milestone of rock and pop history in a powerful big band setting. Publishe...

Bring Coldplay's global mega-hit "Viva La Vida" to the stage with full sonic power! This thrilling arrangement from the renowned publisher Hal Leonard transforms the anthemic pop classic into an explo...

Mike found a nice jazz shuffle groove for this early Beatles classic that will be a lot of fun for beginning groups. The minor blues solo section allows players to use either the blues scale or dorian...

Mike found a nice jazz shuffle groove for this early Beatles classic that will be a lot of fun for beginning groups. The minor blues solo section allows players to use either the blues scale or dorian...

Bring pure soul energy to the stage with “Ain't No Mountain High Enough”! This unforgettable Motown classic, expertly arranged for big band and published by the renowned Hal Leonard, is guaranteed to...

Bring the explosive energy and empowering message of Lady Gaga's worldwide smash hit to the stage! With this fantastic arrangement from renowned publisher Hal Leonard, your big band will transform int...

Now available in an SSA voicing, Roger Emerson's Discovery Jazz setting of this classic is the perfect introduction to vocal jazz for beginning choirs. Available for 3-Part Mixed, SSA, 2-Part and Show...

This Elvis Presley classic is arranged here in the style of a rock ballad and features a short written-out trumpet solo in the beginning. The melody is skillfully woven between all sections of the ban...

Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin' with the Miles Davis Quintet, this jazz standard composed by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for beginning jazzers. With a moderate tempo, riff-based melody,...

Here's the sultry jazz hit made famous by Peggy Lee in an outstanding setting for beginning bands. This bluesy chart in a medium tempo is sure to be an enjoyable one for young players.

Few purely instrumental tunes ever reach the level of popularity achieved by this familiar '60s hit by Booker T. and the MG's. Often used in TV and film, this infectious tune has a bluesy groove that'...