Paul Murtha

Jonathan Batiste's Grammy-award winning anthem to freedom comes to life in this sparkling G major string orchestra arrangement by Paul Murtha. With all the verve and spirit of the original, you'll soo...

One of the signature ballads from renowned horn band Tower of Power, this tune includes the famous trumpet solo introduction that is one of those magical moments that trumpet players dream about! The...

Recorded by the group Styx in 1977, this chart opens in a rock ballad style featuring a solo alto sax. The mood then shifts to a driving rock pulse featuring the brass on the powerful strains of the c...

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.

This appealing blues chart opens with the rhythm section a laid-back 2-beat style, but quickly moves to a rockin' shuffle with plenty of attitude. This style alternates with a straight ahead swing fee...

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...

Written for Frank Sinatra and title track of his 1958 album, this tune remains popular through recent recordings and usages in TV and film. Here's a wonderful big band style arrangement for full conce...

Here's a great showcase for your entire trumpet section - a snazzy, two-beat number that's filled with cleverness and easy gimmicks. Stand them all up front and let them please your crowd!

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...

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...