Young Jazz Ensemble Series

Elton John's classic hit from 1983, with its upbeat feel and message of perseverance, is as popular today as ever. This swinging version starts with trombones on the lead, followed by a turn for the s...

Your lead tenor takes the spotlight in this powerful arrangement of the chart topping hit from Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. Wonderful ensemble scoring gives the band a full and strong sound with a great...

The music of rock group Queen is always fun to play, and particularly this hit featuring solo alto sax in the slow opening, then the full band rockin' out in the fast section. There's a brief solo for...

From the group Journey, this power ballad from 1981 has enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the hit TV series Glee as well as multiple uses in film and even on Broadway. Sure to be a hit again!

This latest hit from legendary guitarist Santana is a medium tempo Latin tune that has taken the country by storm. Great groove for jazz ensemble.

Composed in 1963 and initially recorded by Andy Williams, this holiday favorite has remained popular through the years and has been recorded by countless artists. Treated here in a light jazz waltz st...

From the Japanese anime television series Cowboy Bebop, this exuberant tune has taken on a life of its own, and is simply flat out fun! Composed by Yoko Kanno and arranged here for younger ensembles b...

From the Japanese anime television series Cowboy Bebop, this exuberant tune has taken on a life of its own, and is simply flat out fun! Composed by Yoko Kanno and arranged here for younger ensembles b...

Here's the popular rock hit recorded by Bruno Mars in a solid chart for young jazz band ensembles. Includes all the hot riffs and rhythmic energy of the original along with solos for alto sax and trum...

Originally released by Electric Light Orchestra in 1978, this rock hit has been thrust back in the limelight thanks to numerous movie usages including the opening sequence of Guardians of the Galaxy V...

Billie Eilish took the pop music scene by storm with this chart-topping hit from 2019. Catchy and quirky, this fun arrangement features a driving rock style, interesting parts for all players, and an...

English funk band Jamiroquai recorded this hit in 1997. Featuring a quirky melody and a catchy shuffle groove, this arrangement for young players will add a uniquely different sound to any contest or...

Here is something unique and fresh-sounding for your holiday concert. Mark has taken this familiar carol and crafted it as a light bossa with creative harmonies and lush scoring. A tenor/trumpet duet...

Featuring a Basie-like style and a medium swing tempo, here is a great choice for your next holiday concert. Solos are included for trumpet and alto.

The music of the Jackson 5 remains as popular today as ever. Here is one of their biggest hits from the Motown era in a funky arrangement by John Wasson. Skillfully scored for the entire band.

Here's another in a long line of monster pop hits from Bruno Mars! Finesse uses a funky hip-hop shuffle style along with infectious harmonies and catchy riffs. Every section gets a workout, and a shor...

Ask the proverbial musical question with this Tower Of Power trademark tune and let your band roar on the answer. Carefully adapted for younger players, this funk chart will be an instant hit with you...

Originally recorded by Rose Royce in 1977, this well-known funky hit is enjoying new life in the hit movie Shark Tale recorded by Christina Aguilera and Missy Elliott.

Here is a solid, full ensemble treatment of this mega-hit recorded by Kenny Loggins. Features solos for trumpet and alto, and a driving rock feel.

With a sound similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat tune was recording by Cee Lo Green and also performed on the TV show Glee by Gwyneth Paltrow. Paul's effective chart for young players fe...

Recorded in the '60s by artists such as Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, this gospel-flavored hit was then famously featured in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers. Paul Murtha's rockin' arrangemen...

From one of the most famous musicals of all time, here is the swingin' and aptly titled 'Cool.' Mark's version for young players remains true to the original but adds a touch of contemporary flair wit...

Recorded by The Police and written in a distinctive reggae/rock vein, this is definitely not just your run-of-the-mill pop tune! Paul uses inventive colors and skilled ensemble writing to take advanta...

Quirky and featuring a bit of a retro sound, this uptempo theme is immediately recognizable to anyone in the gaming world. Solidly scored with plenty of drive and excitement, this will definitely add...

Ozzy Osbourne's iconic power ballad from the early 90's is perfectly scored for young jazz ensemble.