Paul Murtha: Mittelschwere Noten

This production number combines two of Henry Mancini's best-known melodies. Moon River opens with a trumpet solo before expanding to a majestic statement in 4/4. Then Mr. Lucky takes over in a smooth...

Slinky, yet sophisticated, this jazzy theme remains one of Henry Mancini's best! Paul's chart provides a nice mix of full band passages along with dynamic contrasts and a feature spot for woodwinds on...

Veteran film composer Alan Silvestri (Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, Polar Express) brings a brilliant adventure soundtrack to the 2011 blockbuster action film, Captain America: The First Avenger....

Written for the 1973 film of the same name, Live and Let Die has become one of the most recognized and popular of all the James Bond themes. The dramatic shifts in tempo and style from section to sect...

One of the signature tunes from The Godfather of Soul is this funky classic from 1968. Since then it has remained popular with recording artists and in pop culture. Great possibilities for dance group...

With a healthy dose of laid-back funk and New Orleans attitude, this unique offering from Trombone Shorty is a sure way to bring some excitement to any occasion.

This production/closer opens with the quirky Peace Frog in an uptempo swing style, then finishes in solid rock fashion with the popular Doors hit Love Her Madly.

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...

The Doors brought their unique brand of rock to the forefront with this monster hit from 1969. Marvelously adapted for the marching field, this arrangement features a wealth of dynamic contrasts, a pe...

From Disney's 'Encanto', the hit song 'Surface Pressure' features the trombone section on the main melody. Paul's chart also has plenty of rhythmic grit and an energetic groove throughout.

From the hottest movie soundtrack to come along in years, here is the dynamic opening number from The Greatest Showman. The opening anthem-like strains lead to an up-tempo chorus with plenty of excite...

Monster rock tunes to strike fear in the hearts of your opponents.

One of the trademark funk tunes of the early '70s, this arrangement opens with a powerful fanfare based on Living for the City, then launches into the familiar strains complete with the signature horn...

This popular '70s hit by Stevie Wonder features one of the signature instrumental riffs from that era. Paul's great-sounding arrangement provides a natural showcase for your mallet percussion section...

Slinky, yet sophisticated, this jazzy theme remains one of Henry Mancini's best! Paul's chart provides a nice mix of full band passages along with dynamic contrasts and a feature spot for woodwinds on...

Using the familiar licks from these two blockbuster hits from Saturday Night Fever, this chart allows you to briefly feature the woodwinds as well as trumpets. Perfect as a dance number.

Paul brings us a swingin' big band style treatment of this tune made famous by Ray Charles. After the powerful opening statement, the horns and saxes get a chance at the melody, followed by a trumpet...

Here's a fun, medium-tempo swing number that's a perfect change of pace for your Blues Brothers Show.

The ultimate party tune recorded by Pink. Great for dance lines!

Get the shades ready, here come Jake and Elwood with their two signature tunes. Open the show with the up-tempo I Can't Turn You Loose, then slip into the funky sounds of Soul Man.

This well-known medium funk tune features the signature trumpet riffs along with a short stop-time section to feature your percussion. Great for movin' and groovin'!

This opener takes us to the symphonic rock style of the group STYX with the powerful strains of Grand Illusion, followed by the driving rhythms of Renegade.

Featuring two of the best-known hits from the group STYX, this production/concert number starts with effective woodwind colors and a brief trumpet solo. The low brass carry the lead on the rockin' Too...

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...