Paul Murtha: Mittelschwere Noten

With an infectious R&B groove, this mega hit from Robin Thicke has become one of the hottest tunes of the year. Perfect for stands or dance features.

Recorded by Imagine Dragons, this powerful medium rock tune has already shown amazing staying power in todays rapidly changing music scene. Sure to be a popular choice for the stands or field.

The music of KC and the Sunshine Band is alive and well in this rockin' chart for the field or stands. Paul's version features a short percussion break and solid riffs for the brass.

Even though it's been more than 40 years since Eric Clapton recorded this (with Derek and the Dominos), it remains one of the rock era's greatest anthems. The signature riffs, melodies, and harmonies...

Recorded by Pat Benatar in 1981, this monster hit remains popular today thanks in part to such diverse covers as Glee, John Mellencamp, Kelly Clarkson, and the movie Pitch Perfect. It's one of the bes...

The screaming guitar lines and edgy vocals from this ZZ Top hit really sizzle in this driving rock arrangement by Paul Murtha. Great dance tempo, too!

High-energy drive and a frantic pulse describe this powerful hit from the group Jet. With stop-time statements of the melody and full band answers, this one really kicks!

Die Chroniken von Narnia ist der Kinoerfolg aus den Disney-Filmstudios. Die spannende Geschichte handelt von vier Kindern, die durch einen verzauberten Schrank in das Land Narnia gelangen, und erfahre...

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!

This legendary band from the late '60s gave us some of the best classic hits of the rock era. This powerful-sounding medley for concert band includes: "Light My Fire; Riders on the Storm; Love Her Mad...

Ein unterhaltsames Medley aus den hitverdächtigen Swing-Titeln Flip, Flop and Fly, Jump, Jive an' Wail und Rock This Town. Paul Murtha hat den witzigen, jazzigen Stil für die Konzertbühne bearbeitet:...

Welches Stück könnte das Können Ihres Altsaxophon-Solisten besser ins rechte Licht rücken als dieser sinnlich-starke Jazz- Standard? Die dicht instrumentierte Begleitung weckt Erinnerungen an die Big-...

Battlefield 1942 Theme ist eines der bekanntesten Videospiel-Themen aller Zeiten und zeichnet sich durch einen treibenden militärischen Puls und eine unvergessliche, erhabene Melodie aus. Paul Murthas...

Featuring an original descant along with the patriotic favorite 'My Country 'Tis of Thee, ' this arrangement for band and optional choir provides a fresh and effective setting.

Featuring an original descant along with the patriotic favorite 'My Country 'Tis of Thee, ' this arrangement for band and optional choir provides a fresh and effective setting.

In 2009, the jazz world mourned the loss of jazz great, Freddie Hubbard. This classic tune of his is treated here in a soft-spoken style with a moderate tempo and rich harmonic textures on the timeles...

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...

In 2009, the jazz world mourned the loss of jazz great, Freddie Hubbard. This classic tune of his is treated here in a soft-spoken style with a moderate tempo and rich harmonic textures on the timeles...

A consistent favorite with bands and drum corps, here is the classic from Earth, Wind & Fire in an exciting and powerful arrangement. Lots of variety and drive!

This well-known anthem by the group STYX makes a perfect closing number. Starting quietly with a trumpet soloist, this arrangement then builds solidly to the familiar up-tempo chorus with the ensemble...

The woodwinds and mallets are featured in the intro to this landmark ballad from Earth, Wind & Fire followed by brief solos for alto sax and trumpet. A nice groove and creative scoring throughout make...