Discovery Jazz

With a medium funk groove and catchy riff-like melody, this original by Rick Stitzel will quickly become one of your band's favorites. There's plenty of solid ensemble playing to make it easy to learn...

Il s'agit de l'un des rares airs connus de pratiquement toutes les tranches d'âge. Toutefois, vous devrez peut-être décourager les parents au premier rang de faire la chorégraphie "YMCA" ! L'audio en...

One of the iconic tunes from the swing era, this enduring standard has been recorded by countless artists ranging from Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra,...

Composed originally for Weather Report and released in 1977, Josef Zawinul's quintessential jazz fusion standard has been recorded by countless artists through the years. Here is a slightly truncated...

Here is a good example of creative arranging using very limited technical demands. Michael has taken this familiar standard and converted it into a smooth-sounding Latin chart. A trumpet/alto duet sta...

Recorded by both Louis Armstrong and Bobby Darin in the 1950s, this iconic standard has remained popular through years recorded by countless jazz artists. This arrangement for beginning jazz bands fea...

Here is an easy swing version of this timeless classic. The saxes are in the spotlight, but also featured is a short solo for trumpet. Skillfully arranged for inexperienced bands.

Known for his skill in adapting jazz classics for beginning players, Michael brings us this Bobby Timmons favorite in a very playable version. The style is medium slow swing, and the saxes present the...

Written for Frank Sinatra (and the title track of his 1958 album), this tune epitomizes the cool sounds of the swing era. Here's a smartly scored version for beginning bands, written with modest range...

Be sure to bring the hip side of Frosty to your next holiday event with this swingin' version for beginning groups. Including short solos for trumpet that can also be played as section features, this...

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...

Here's a bluesy and swingin' version of this well-known favorite from Disney's 101 Dalmations. This easy chart features a flexible solo section for any trumpet and/or trombone as well as a hard-hittin...

This is the current Phil Collins hit from Disney's Tarzan. The opening is written for alto sax solo or optional sax soli and the trumpets are featured on the chorus. Nicely scored for beginning groups...

In contrast to Vince Guaraldi's up-tempo Linus and Lucy (also of Peanuts fame), this theme is a laid-back medium tempo swinger that alternates between a 2 feel and a walking 4 feel. Plenty of tutti en...

Bring pure joy and a powerful sense of togetherness to the stage! With "Lean On Me" in the uplifting, contemporary style featured on the hit TV series *Glee*, Hal Leonard presents a heartwarming big b...

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...

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 o...

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...

Yabba Dabba Doo! Bring pure energy and fun to the stage with "Meet The Flintstones", one of the most iconic and beloved TV theme tunes of all time. Published by Hal Leonard, this exciting big band arr...

Bring thrilling secret agent suspense straight to the concert stage! The world-famous "Mission Impossible Theme" is one of the most unforgettable and electrifying tunes in cinematic history. Published...

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...

The first Beatles hit to reach #1 in the US, this song is characterized by strong rhythms and a catchy melody. There are sure to be some Beatle fans in your band and even more in your audiences.

Motown is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and one of its headline groups was certainly The Temptations. This hit by the Temps epitomizes the down-to-earth rhythm and blues style that made t...

Used as the theme song for the popular Drew Carey Show this vintage rocker is high energy from beginning to end. Carefully scored for beginning bands by Paul Murtha. Online Audio available at www.hall...

Enjoy a little Beach Boys fun with this lively rock chart from John Berry. Scored to sound full with inexperienced and incomplete bands, this one will sound great with very little rehearsal. No solos...