from SHREK 2-This recent pop hit from the Counting Crows was featured in the movie Shrek 2. With an energetic rock style and tuneful melody this one works great for jazz ensemble.

John La Barberas treatment of Voyage marks the first professional big band recording of this classic Kenny Barron tune. This chart really pops right from the start and is a terrific showcase for trumpet and tenor sax. Theresplenty of blowing spaceand a wealth of full ensemble energy.Recorded by the John La Barbera Big Band on “Caravan” (Jazz Compass JC1023)

Arr. Mike Tomaro. Par WILLIAMS PHARRELL. / Niveau : 4 / Pop & rock / Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Par HOU PHILEMON. This instrumental hit by Hugh Masekela soared to the top of the charts in 1968, featuring an energetic pop groove and catchy brass riffs. In this chart for young players, Rick has beautifully captured the unique flavor of the original, and includes the transcribed solo of Hugh Masekela which can be played by a trumpet soloist or by the entire section. Different and fun!/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

This timeless classic has long been a favorite with jazz singers. Mark's version is in a medium swing style and provides a terrific background for your featured vocalist. / Partitions variété - pop - rock / Musique films - comédies musicales / / HAL LEONARD

Cette belle ballade pop des années 1960 au début a été récemment enregistrée par Kenny G sur son plus récent CD. Cet arrangement facile de Peter Blair comporte un soliste sax alto tout au long. Un décor fantastique et toutes les lignes solos sont complètement écrites. / Jazz Band

Set in a distinctive medium swing/shuffle groove, Michaels version for young ensembles presents a contemporary styling of this classic song from Porgy and Bess®. Mixing a variety of ensemble textures, a stop time solosection, and briefly slipping into a new key during the final chorus, this is sure to be a standout for festival or casual concert use. Solos are included for tenor sax and trumpet. / Partitions variété - pop - rock / Musique films - comédies musicales / / HAL LEONARD

Ayant battu tous les records de vues sur YouTube et au sommet du hit-parade dans plusieurs pays Despacito a été enregistré par le chanteur portoricain Luis Fonsi en collaboration avec le rappeur Daddy Yankee (ainsi qu?un remix plus tard avec Justin Bieber). Avec son style de pop latin contagieux et sa mélodie entraînante voici une version superbe et ingénieuse pour votre ensemble.

Michael has skillfully converted this pop tune from the 50's into a driving swing chart that's fun to play. Combining a stop-time feel on the melody with swingin' ensemble figures and an alto sax solo this is a guaranteed winner.

Composed in 1963 it wasn't until Frank Sinatra released his iconic version in 1966 that this familiar tune solidified its place in pop culture. In this medium slow version for younger players, John Berry spreads the melody around to all sections starting with the trombones on the first statement. With skillful scoring throughout, there is also a short solo for trumpet and a tutti ensemble shout to finish with.

Recorded by Michael Jackson back in the 1980s this highly infectious tune has one of pop music's funkiest bass lines plus an all-around great groove. (Grade 4)

Vocal Solo or Alto Sax feature-One of the hottest names in pop music today is Adele and this dramatic ballad hit has been #1 in the US and also Europe. This solid arrangement by Roger Holmes features a driving soulful groove and will sound great with young players.

Recorded by Portugal. The Man. this pop hit contains an energetic drive and appealing retro style. In this easy arrangement the melody is passed from section to section and there are no solos required.

From the acclaimed album Off the Wall this familiar rock hit was tops on the charts for four weeks in 1979 and helped establish Michael Jackson as a creative force in pop music. This arrangement features a great groove and distinctive horn riffs alon

Taylor Swift has successfully crossed into the pop music arena with this upbeat and infectious hit. In this easy arrangement the melody is smartly traded from section to section and there are no solos required.