Young Jazz Ensemble Series

Beatles songs often work well in surprising settings. Mark Taylor takes this Lennon and McCartney favorite and transforms it into a swingin' jazz waltz! After a short unison riff sets up the style, th...

This Vince Guaraldi hit from the '60s is arranged by John Berry using a light rock style and features the saxes on the melody. Includes solos for alto and trumpet.

Bring fiery Latin flair and pure energy to the stage! With "Tequila" arranged in an infectious salsa style, your big band will transform any concert hall into a vibrant dance floor. This unforgettable...

Sammy's unparalleled craftsmanship is evident in this masterpiece for younger bands. In one tempo throughout, there's a hint of 'march style' and more than a hint of solid ensemble writing.

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...

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...

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...

It's a funky-rock groove, let's call it a "boogaloo," performed around 126 BPM. A very catchy melody, with stop-time sections and solos provided for alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone, and guitar, plus so...

Holiday music was never meant to be boring! Bring fiery Latin rhythms and pure joy to your next seasonal concert with this sensational big band arrangement of the world-famous classic "Feliz Navidad."...

This recent Grammy Award-winning hit from the group Coldplay is sure to be recognized by students and audiences alike. Roger's solid chart gives every section a chance at the melody, as well as solos...

Still one of the funkiest tunes ever written, here is Earth, Wind & Fire's September in a version for younger bands. Paul Murtha expertly captures the infectious groove of the original. You simply can...

Written in a medium-tempo funk style, this hit recorded by Bruno Mars continues his trend of catchy tunes with an old school R&B sound. Beautifully adapted by Paul Murtha in this version for young jaz...

A Cuban Cha-cha-chá arrangement of O, Christmas Tree in 4/4? Yes it is! This out-of-the-box setting of one of the most beloved Christmas songs has it all. Fun and accessible parts for all sections, de...

Although everyone plays it, Jingle Bells was never as hip as in this jumpin' and jivin' swing version from Rick Stitzel. Not just your run-of-the-mill token holiday offering, you won't find anyone in...

Composed in the '40s and originally recorded by the Andrew Sisters, Christmas Island has been recorded countless times since then, notably by Ella Fitzgerald and also by Leon Redbone (used in the movi...

Bring adrenaline-fueled secret agent suspense straight to the concert stage! With the legendary "Mission Impossible Theme," published by the renowned Hal Leonard, your big band performance is set to b...

Bring pure emotion and timeless cinematic magic to the stage with "You'll Be In My Heart" from Disney's blockbuster movie Tarzan. This world-famous, Academy Award-winning pop ballad touches hearts acr...

From the original TV series Spider-Man and featured on the soundtrack of the new blockbuster movie, Roger Holmes has crafted an exciting arrangement for jazz ensemble. Based on a minor blues progressi...

One of the all-time favorite TV themes, this is also an amazingly sophisticated and exciting Latin/Jazz composition. In the expert hands of Michael Mossman, here is an authentic-sounding version that...

From the hit movie Moulin Rouge, this moving ballad provides a nice way to feature several sections of the ensemble in a well-paced arrangement. The tender opening with piano and flugels (opt. trumpet...

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.