Big Band pour débutants

Back in the late '80s, the animated film An American Tail was a blockbuster, and this hit song recorded by Linda Ronstadt and James Ingram was taking the nation by storm. This enduring ballad is beaut...

Based on the contemporary style featured on the hit TV show Glee, here is a very easy version of Bill Withers' familiar hit from the '70s. Easy to learn and fun to play!

This swingin' arrangement for beginning jazzers is based on the version by Wheezy featured in Toy Story 2. The saxes enjoy most of the melody, but the brass get their chance too, along with a solo or...

Amazingly true to the original version, John Berry has scored this well-known television theme for very young players. With moderate ranges for the brass and no solos required, this one will go togeth...

Recorded by Cee Lo Green but also featured on the TV show Glee (sung by Gwyneth Paltrow), this infectious tune is written in a style reminiscent of '60s Motown. John Berry's arrangement is solidly sco...

In a relaxed and swingin' style, here is a very easy arrangement of this well-known TV theme. John's chart is nicely scored for every section of the band. A tune that everyone in the audience will rec...

Depuis que The Bare Necessities a été présenté pour la première fois dans le film classique Le Livre de la Jungle, cet air entraînant est resté un favori familier. Repris dans le film de 2016, voici u...

Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, this catchy tune often shows up in pop culture and on the airwaves in addition to the pop charts. This easy ensemble-based arrangement will be instantly recognizable...

From the hit musical Grease, this up-tempo rocker is featured in one of the show's most exciting dance scenes. Jerry's version for younger groups is skillfully done and sure to be a hit.

From the musical Grease, this easy arrangement of one of the main songs is perfect for casual concerts and impressing the parents. The moderate rock style plus easy rhythmic patterns insure success wi...

Irving Berlin's upbeat show tune reached new heights of popularity with its appearance in Mel Brooks' movie (and new Broadway show) Young Frankenstein. Always an audience favorite, this solid swing ar...

Irving Berlin's upbeat show tune reached new heights of popularity with its appearance in Mel Brooks' movie (and new Broadway show) Young Frankenstein. Always an audience favorite, this solid swing ar...

From the musical Grease, this easy arrangement of one of the main songs is perfect for casual concerts and impressing the parents. The moderate rock style plus easy rhythmic patterns insure success wi...

This rockin' tune from the '60s boasts notable recordings by Wilson Pickett, the Rolling Stones, and most famously the Blues Brothers. This easy chart is skillfully scored for all sections, and requir...

This rock classic from the group Steppenwolf is a tune your band will sound great playing with very limited rehearsal time. Guaranteed success with beginning groups. Online Audio available at www.hall...

It's hot - way hot! This jazz-rock chart hits hard and keeps going. The young players will really dig into it. No individual solos, but plenty of action for everybody! Easy ranges. It will take some w...

Ozzy Osbourne's biggest hit makes a hard-hitting rock chart for beginning jazz groups. Written in a moderate tempo and with plenty of tutti scoring, your band will sound great on this solid chart.

A delightful rock ballad that provides a lush setting so your young soloist can shine. Parts are included so that it can feature alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, guitar, vibes or flute soloist. Composer...

Tame your young beasts with this fun beginning rock chart. This chart has all the right stuff--a steady beat, easy rhythms and ranges, and it is fun to play too! In the optional two-bar solo section,...

This easy and fun beginning rock chart from the 'Jazz Starters! Series' will be a hit with your young jazz band students. A steady beat, easy rhythms, and modest ranges provide the perfect introductio...

This original and exciting composition is designed to give your ensemble the authentic sound that is heard in some of today's commercial music. Blending both the Latin and rock genres, with lots of un...

'Attention Span' is an easy and fun beginning rock chart that will instantly grab your students' attention! A steady beat, easy rhythms, and modest ranges provide a solid introduction to rock style. T...

Rock Don't Roll est un morceau de rock entraînant, parfait pour les groupes en développement ! Vos jeunes musiciens vont adorer les grooves amusants, les mélodies accrocheuses et le style rock toujour...

Kris Berg’s "Powerline" is an electrifying rock chart composed for very young bands. Cleverly written ensemble teaches young players to listen both across the band and within their own section. Short...

Here’s the perfect rock tune for your very young jazz band! "Kick Back" by Paul Clark is a great programming choice, and it’s fun and easy-to-prepare. All sections get their chance to play the melody,...