Discovery Jazz

One of the most memorable rock ballads to come out of the 60's, this hit by the Classics IV adapts beautifully in this very easy arrangement by Paul Murtha. Other than a short written tenor solo in th...

This catchy calypso-rock tune from the 60's is riff based, easy to learn, and fun to perform. This solid chart includes plenty of ensemble unisons and a stop-time section with drum fills. Perfect for...

Here is one of a very select group of blues standards that every jazz musician should know. Paul's very easy version makes it accessible to young players and gives beginning improvisers a wonderful pl...

Featuring one of the great bass lines of the rock era, Michael Jackson's Thriller became a musical icon of the '80s. And it still works today in this powerful and easy arrangement by Paul Murtha. Onli...

Featuring powerful riffs and a driving hook, this high-energy rock hit from teen sensation Hannah Montana (Miley Cyrus) will be a hit with your band. Requires no solos.

Originally recorded by Lynyrd Skynyrd, this is one of the most powerful arena rock tunes of all time. Opening in a rock ballad style, the chart then finishes with a driving rock vamp that can be used...

Written as a tribute to the Godfather of Soul James Brown, Rick Stitzel uses plenty of tutti ensemble riffs in creating a chart that's true to this funky style. The solo section can be played by any s...

This jazz/rock classic by Josef Zawinul also crossed over to become a popular hit as well. John Edmondson's solid arrangement for beginning jazz ensembles features a slow funk groove with the melody t...

Outstanding vintage rock from the group Queen. This hard hitting chart is guaranteed to be a hit with your band.

One of the best-known hits from the rock group The Doors. Paul's medium tempo rock arrangement is modal in nature making the solo sections easy to handle.

Mike found a nice jazz shuffle groove for this early Beatles classic that will be a lot of fun for beginning groups. The minor blues solo section allows players to use either the blues scale or dorian...

One of the rare recent pop tunes that adapts well for young bands, here is the Taio Cruz hit Dynamite in a solid hard-hitting arrangement. The energetic dance groove and catchy melody help to make thi...

Here's a very easy arrangement of the recent hit recorded by Lady Gaga. Easy rhythms and a solid rock feel help to insure success with this one.

Dans cette version simple du classique techno-rock du groupe A-ha de 1985, les trompettes sont sous les feux de la rampe. Avec un groove rock énergique, ce morceau convient à l'ensemble du groupe et n...

Lou Bega has created a huge pop hit with his remake of this Latin standard by the mambo king, Perez Prado. Every section of the band gets a chance to play the catchy figures in this fun chart.

Rendu célèbre par Louis Armstrong, c'est un standard qui est resté populaire de manière intemporelle. Cette version très jouable est dotée de brèves caractéristiques pour chaque section.

This Elvis Presley classic is arranged here in the style of a rock ballad and features a short written-out trumpet solo in the beginning. The melody is skillfully woven between all sections of the ban...

Recorded by the Jackson 5, this was a number one hit in 1970 and again in 1992 recorded by Mariah Carey. This easy ballad is a nice change of pace for beginning bands that everyone can enjoy.

Recorded on the 1956 album Cookin' with the Miles Davis Quintet, this jazz standard composed by pianist Red Garland adapts beautifully for beginning jazzers. With a moderate tempo, riff-based melody,...

Here's the sultry jazz hit made famous by Peggy Lee in an outstanding setting for beginning bands. This bluesy chart in a medium tempo is sure to be an enjoyable one for young players.

First released in 1992, this excellent blues original has stood the test of time. Perfect for teaching style and introducing the blues scale as a basis for improvisation.

This funky original from Michael Sweeney is very effective for beginning groups and one that is fun to play. Includes short 4-measure feature spots for each section including drums. Also features a wr...

Carefully adapted for younger players, this arrangement of Cannonball Adderley's classic is set in a jazz-rock style throughout. The style remains faithful to the original, yet ranges and rhythms are...

Although known primarily as the theme for the famed Harlem Globetrotters, this familiar standard has remained popular through the years with recordings by countless jazz artists. Here's a fun version...