Easy Jazz Ensemble Series

Originally recorded by Sam & Dave in 1967, then later revived by the Blues Brothers, this tune helped define rhythm & blues. Paul Murtha's easy chart will sound great with any band and requires only l...

This rock hit was released by the Beatles in 1964, and famously featured in the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Here is a hard-hitting and energetic version arranged for young players. Online Audio av...

Journey made this a hit in 1980 and the cast of Glee did it again in 2010. This solid arrangement is built on a driving 8th-note pulse and requires no solos. Sure to sound great with limited rehearsal...

Since being released in 1971, John Lennon's poignant and sensitive song remains relevant and popular today. John Berry's arrangement for young players is in the style of a rock ballad, with a contempo...

Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era, this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for young players. No solos are required and the mel...

Recorded by Guns N' Roses back in the '80s, this rocker has become a classic and is often heard in TV and film. Arranged here for younger players, it still retains the relentless drive and energy of t...

Recorded by Michael Jackson, this is one of the signature pop hits of the '80s. Skillfully arranged for young jazz ensemble to feature every section on the melody at some point, this chart will go tog...

One of the all-time great songs from the Beatles, Yesterday truly has become a modern day standard! This well-scored arrangement for young jazz ensembles features a brief tenor solo, beautiful counter...

Recorded by Maroon 5 with Christina Aguilera, this infectious dance tune is popular on the airwaves as well as on television commercials. With catchy riffs and a driving rock style, Paul's arrangement...

Meghan Trainor's #1 smash hit features a catchy melody, a strong rhythmic pulse, and a hint of 'doo wop. ' Arranged here in an easy setting for young players, this is great way to bring a taste of cur...

Bring the emotional power of one of modern pop music’s biggest hits to your stage! With "Hello," global superstar Adele created a deeply moving ballad that touches the heart. In this first-class arran...

Recorded by Portugal. The Man. , this pop hit contains an energetic drive and appealing retro style. In this easy arrangement, the melody is passed from section to section and there are no solos requi...

From Stevie Wonder's landmark 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life, this smooth and tender hit has gone on to become a jazz standard recorded by many artists. In a moderate swing style, John Berry perf...

This quirky tune was recorded by the Beatles for their 1968 White Album and featured recently in the Beatle-themed movie Yesterday. With a medium tempo and quasi Jamaican ska flavor, this chart is eas...

This haunting ballad from the '40s received notoriety as the theme song for television's Mike Hammer. The saxophone section takes the spotlight here while the brass add background figures to spice thi...

This slow cooking shuffle tune became a trademark for Booker T. & The MG's. Roger has done a nice job of adapting it for young players while keeping the feel of the original. Includes solos for alto o...

Bring thrilling energy to the stage with one of the most legendary classics in music history: "Watermelon Man"! In this gripping rock arrangement published by the renowned Hal Leonard, Herbie Hancock'...

Dive into the golden age of jazz with the timeless classic "Stompin' At The Savoy"! This legendary swing anthem radiates pure joy and captures the electrifying atmosphere of Harlem's famous Savoy Ball...

Mike was able to create an easy version of this classic from the swing era without sacrificing the sound and style of the original. The trumpet section is the primary featured section, however the sax...

Includes: Ain't Misbehavin'; All the Things You Are; Blue Train (Blue Trane); Caravan; Chameleon; Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words); The Girl from Ipanema (Garota De Ipanema); In the Mood; Inside Ou...

One of the best-known swing standards ever, here's a wonderful version for young players. With plenty of tutti ensemble playing in addition to solis for the saxes and trombones, this is a chart that w...

The jazz world mourns the loss of British pianist and composer George Shearing, who passed away in 2011. Here is his most famous composition in a carefully crafted arrangement for young bands. Every 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...

Opening with a small group feature (alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone), this easy arrangement features plenty of scoring variety, and a nicely flowing moderate swing style. Also included is a brief sa...

Recorded in 1932 by Bennie Moten's own Kansas City Orchestra, this jazz classic was notably stylized by Count Basie in 1940. Rick Stitzel's easy version is true to the Basie style, featuring tutti ens...