Sheet Music Downloads by Paul Murtha

Gershwin's landmark work brought elements of jazz to the symphonic stage. Featuring the main themes from this masterpiece here is a well-paced and effective setting for flexible instrumentation.

James Weldon Johnson's 1900 poem was set to music by his brother in 1905, and has since become known as the 'Black National Anthem.' With a theme of thanksgiving and affirmation, this is a stirring an...

Composed as a tribute to generations of American servicemen and women buried at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D. C. , this powerful and emotional work is a fitting addition to any memor...

Composed as a tribute to generations of American servicemen and women buried at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D. C. , this powerful and emotional work is a fitting addition to any memor...

Originally composed for the acclaimed U. S. Army Band Herald Trumpets, Paul Murtha's dramatic fanfare pays tribute to the heroic men and women of the New York City Fire Department who lost their lives...

Inspired by the legend of a mythical ancient kingdom (in present day South Carolina), The Land Called Chicora is a programmatic work telling of the 16th century Spanish and French explorers in search...

Kiskiminetas is a Native American word that means to make daylight and was likely a command given to break camp and continue the journey. Paul Murtha's escriptive work for young players opens with a n...

A simple yet elegant setting provides a poignant underscoring for the moving words of Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural speech in this work for band with narrator. The inspirational message is as time...

Here is a creative take on the traditional march form. As the title implies, March Circuitous takes some inventive twists and turns along the way, providing a distinctive and rewarding march for young...

Here is a creative take on the traditional march form. As the title implies, March Circuitous takes some inventive twists and turns along the way, providing a distinctive and rewarding march for young...

A heroic and triumphant work commissioned in honor of the U. S. Special Forces and the U. S Army's 250th birthday. Glorious brass fanfares and dazzling woodwind lines open the piece with a reflective...

Originally a hit for Van Morrison back in 1967, this catchy and familiar tune remains popular today. Arranged here in a moderate Latin style, the saxes take the lead in the beginning, accompanied by b...

When it comes to Latin compositions, it just doesn't get any better than the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. This classic tune is nicely adapted for young players, featuring the brass on the 'one note'...

Although Jobim penned a wealth of great Latin tunes, this standard is unquestionably one of his best. Paul Murtha's smooth and silky chart alternates between the saxes and trumpets on the melody with...

The definitive recording of this jazz classic is by Bill Evans, with other notable recordings by Cannonball Adderley and Joe Henderson. Paul Murtha's arrangement for young groups features a Latin styl...

Composed and recorded by Stan Kenton in the 1940s, Artistry in Rhythm became his signature and a true classic from the big band era. Paul Murtha has skillfully adapted and truncated this chart for you...

Miles Davis often used this signature riff tune to close his concert sets. Using background figures and other elements from the original recordings, Paul Murtha has skillfully assembled a full-blown c...

This was one of Stevie Wonder's signature hits from the 1970s, and here is a masterfully arranged easy version in a light bossa style. Trombones grab the spotlight in the beginning and again at the en...

Using a moderate tempo and modest brass ranges, here is an easy arrangement of this Charlie Parker classic that alternates in style between Latin and swing. Saxes are featured in the beginning, later...

Originally an instrumental composition by Henry Mancini, this engaging tune has been used in various film scores, and later recorded by recording artists such as Sarah Vaughan and Sergio Mendes. Here'...

This beautiful bossa nova melody by Antonio Carlos Jobim has become a familiar standard recording by countless jazz artists. Paul's arrangement features smooth and tasteful scoring for the entire ense...

This arrangement of Tito Puente's Latin/Rock classic (made famous by Santana) is an absolute must for beginning groups! The simple chord structure makes this one a natural for players just learning to...

Originally a hit for Van Morrison back in 1967, this catchy and familiar tune remains popular today. Arranged here in a moderate Latin style, the saxes take the lead in the beginning, accompanied by b...

The definitive recording of this jazz classic is by Bill Evans, with other notable recordings by Cannonball Adderley and Joe Henderson. Paul Murtha's arrangement for young groups features a Latin styl...