Sheet Music Downloads by John Wasson

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.

From an Off-Off Broadway hit to a popular to movie to one of the most performed musicals in every level of theatre in the world, this arrangement brings the catchy, rocking, and unforgettable opening...

From the Trombone Shorty CD 'Backatown', this tune features the powerful underlying pulse of a New Orleans second line feel. In this exciting arrangement, the ensemble alternately screams with the ful...

Reminiscent of the sassy and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn, here is a hot re-working of the classic Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a spar...

This 'barn burner' by outstanding arranger John Wasson was recorded by the very hot Jim Widner Big Band for his commercially available CD Body and Soul on the Chase Music Group label. Pure Latin fire...

Originally created for full orchestra, this version for advanced level bands, and recorded by the acclaimed Dallas Wind Symphony conducted by Jerry Junkin, is a magnificent and powerful setting for th...

Originally a #1 hit for Toto in the early '80s, and recorded again recently by the group Weezer, this powerful rock anthem features a distinctive groove and memorable lines. John Wasson has given it a...

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s, this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around...

Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this became a #1 hit on the charts, and in 1975 became the first musical number ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live! Here is a funky version for young...

From The Jungle Book, this timeless classic appeared in the original movie as well as the latest blockbuster hit. With a 2-beat swing style and well-known melody, this one is impossible not to like. T...

From the hit movie Moana this easy-going song adapts beautifully for jazz ensemble with its tuneful theme and reggae/shuffle style. The melody is passed around the band starting with the saxes, follow...

Composed by Yoko Kanno for the Japanese anime television series "Cowboy Bebop," the tune "Tank!" has taken on a life of its own. John Wasson's driving Latin funk version was written for his Strata Big...

Jazz ensemble is the perfect place to highlight the energy of the #1 hit song from the smash Netflix movie. The rhythm section holds down the infectious techno pop groove and expert scoring gives all...

Composed by Yoko Kanno for the Japanese anime television series "Cowboy Bebop," the tune "Tank!" has taken on a life of its own. John Wasson's driving Latin funk version was written for his Strata Big...

Originally a hit for Bill Withers in the '70s, this catchy tune is a hit again thanks to the TV show Glee. This updated version features a contemporary medium funk groove and the melody passed around...

Recorded by Billy Preston in 1974, this became a #1 hit on the charts, and in 1975 became the first musical number ever performed on the TV show Saturday Night Live! Here is a funky version for young...

From The Jungle Book, this timeless classic appeared in the original movie as well as the latest blockbuster hit. With a 2-beat swing style and well-known melody, this one is impossible not to like. T...

From the hit movie Moana this easy-going song adapts beautifully for jazz ensemble with its tuneful theme and reggae/shuffle style. The melody is passed around the band starting with the saxes, follow...

A brilliant arrangement of the smash hit song from the Netflix mega-hit movie for brass quintet and Drum Set. A fun addition to any concert program or performance.

A blockbuster film with a classic action character has taken over the entertainment scene, breaking box office records everywhere. Film composer Danny Elfman's dramatic score has plenty of excitement...

John Wasson superbly arranges bold and dramatic music from this Oscar-winning film for strings. Your players will love the effective, programmatic style of this music and its rhythmic action sections....

John Wasson superbly arranges bold and dramatic music from this Oscar-winning film for strings. Your players will love the effective, programmatic style of this music and its rhythmic action sections....

One of Coldplay's most popular hits, Clocks won Record of the Year at the 2004 Grammy Awards. Instantly recognizable and solidly scored, here is an excellent version for young jazz ensemble.