Pop Arrangements for Jazz Ensemble

Recorded by Coldplay in 2008, Viva La Vida has shown it has staying power with its strong rhythmic base and catchy melodies. This very easy chart will come together quickly with limited

This catchy funk tune was recorded by Was (Not Was) in 1987, but more recently popularized in pop culture including the movies "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs," "The Flintstones," and "Super Mario Bros."

If you want a chart that swings, this is it! This incredible arrangement by Quincy Jones was recorded by the great Count Basie Orchestra on their album This Time By Basie. It's set as a medium-up swing

Smash Mouth's debut single, this moderately paced rock hit features the trombones on the melody accompanied by the infectious and ever-churning groove. The melody is eventually passed to the trumpets and

In the height of the disco era, this tune recorded by Sister Sledge caught fire on the R&B pop charts in 1979. Here is a great-sounding and funky version for younger players. There are no

Reminiscent of the sassy and funky version recorded by Chaka Kahn, here is a hot reworking of this classic Beatles hit. Featuring creative harmonies and sizzling horn riffs, this is sure to add a spark of

From the hit movie "Encanto," here's an easy version of the song everyone is talking about! The rhythms and ranges are expertly adapted for beginning groups, and no solos are required.

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Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs of all time, this 1987 hit from Guns N' Roses features familiar melodies and a relentless drive throughout. Paul Murtha's hard-hitting arrangement uses the

Recorded by Guns N' Roses in the 1980s, this rocker has become a classic and is often heard in TV and film. Set here for younger players, it still retains the relentless drive and energy of the

If you are looking for an easy, yet hip chart, this is it! A funky Tower of Power hit, this chart is accessible at 166 bpm with no solos and a trumpet 1 range to F top line. Optional parts are included

Recorded by the boy-band sensation OneDirection, here is a terrific version for young jazz band of one of their most recognizable hits. Written in a driving rock style, this solid arrangement will go

Alan Baylock sets this wonderful tune in a sultry 12/8 groove played at about 72 bpm, making it feel lazy and relaxed. There are no solos, just sweet ensemble writing all the way. The lead trumpet

Famously recorded by Louis Armstrong, this chart is set in a moderate cha-cha style for a creative version of a classic melody. Even in this flexible instrumentation, little big band format there is an

Your lead alto will really appreciate this one! It's the ballad made famous by Louis Armstrong, and this version is based on Kenny G's recording on the CD Classics In The Key Of G. It's a beautiful

Ray Charles. Need we say more? Ranked tenth on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, this soulful anthem mixes rhumba, rhythm and blues styles for a chart your audience and your students will