Paul Murtha

The music of the Duke Ellington Orchestra helped define the role of jazz in America. Here is a swingin' medley for young bands including the memorable titles: Take The A Train, Don't Get Around Much A...

What better vehicle than the sultry jazz standard 'Harlem Nocturne' to showcase the talents of your alto sax soloist? Arranged with a richly scored accompaniment, this will bring back memories of the...

With a musical career spanning a century, the 20th century was Irving Berlin's own and his music was America's music. This spectacular choir, band and optional string medley of some of Irving Berlin's...

One of the best-known Latin tunes ever written, Tito Puente's hit is arranged here in a medium Latin rock style skillfully scored in the 6-horn format. With easy rhythms and modest ranges, this chart...

Creatively arranged in a medium swing big band style, this Donovan hit from the 60's works great for young players. There is plenty of solid scoring for the ensemble in addition to solos for trumpet,...

Here's a nice change-of-pace swing tune that will work great for contest or concerts. The tempo is relaxed just enough to make it easy for younger groups to handle comfortably. Plenty of tutti ensembl...

This expansive overture for band takes the listener and performer on a varied path of moods and styles. The opening portrays the start of a new day, full of wonder and promise. The second section repr...

This witty and entertaining movie brought some amazingly strong musical themes. While paying homage to the classic WWII movie themes, kazoos and whistling are cleverly incorporated for a bit of whimsy...

This movie brings the classic tale by C. S. Lewis to the big screen in spectacular fashion, and is destined to become the next great fantasy epic. The sweeping soundtrack by Harry Gregson-Williams is...

Peter Gunn - Winning Grammy and Emmy awards for Henry Mancini, this timeless TV theme has come to epitomize 'spy' music. This unique arrangement for concert band features an optional solo section wher...

Featured prominently in the blockbuster movie Guardians of the Galaxy, this enjoyable arrangement for flexible instrumentation is based on the '70s recording by Blue Swede.

Effectively arranged here in a flexible instrumentation format, this Henry Mancini masterpiece is one of the most recognized television themes of all time! For added fun, this version also includes an...

Recorded by Fitz and the Tantrums, you'll hear this catchy tune used in TV commercials as well as on the airwaves. Paul's lively arrangement for young players starts with the entire sax section on the...

El éxito número 1 de la película número 1 de la historia de Netflix está magistralmente arreglado para una instrumentación flexible y sonará igual de increíble cuando lo toque un conjunto completo. Co...

From the latest hit movie from the masters at Pixar, here is an entertaining arrangement of the stylish theme. A combination of spy/adventure music from the 1960s mixed in with cool jazz, this is sure...

The 'Mission Impossible' saga continues with another blockbuster movie. This signature theme is certainly one of the most identifiable themes in the history of music for TV and film. Here is a very pl...

Originally recorded by ABBA and featured in the movie and stage productions of Mamma Mia!, here is an easy and solidly written arrangement that is sure to appeal to all audiences.

The masters of funk, Tower of Power, are as relevant and active today as ever before. This hit from the '70s features a moderate tempo groove with an occasional 7/8 measure thrown in for kicks. Paul's...

Here is one of the signature hits from the 'Godfather of Soul” James Brown in a funky and well-scored chart. The saxes take the lead while the brass deliver all the tight horn riffs. An optional open...

Recorded by jazz artist Jon Batiste and his group Stay Human as the theme song for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, this energetic tune features an appealing contemporary jazz/rock flare. Saxes tak...

The funk hit by the Commodores and Lionel Richie has hardly lost any of its popularity since it first appeared in 1977. Paul Murtha, who is known for his ability to transform grooves very authenticall...

From the blockbuster animated film Sing, this driving rock tune was recorded by the legendary Stevie Wonder with current pop sensation Ariana Grande. Here is a funky version for jazz ensemble featurin...