Featuring one of the most powerful riffs of the rock era this hit recorded by The White Stripes in 2003 is arranged here in a hard-hitting version for young players. No solos are required and the melody is skillfully passed around from section to section.

This rock tune recorded by the Foo Fighters has remained a favorite ever since its release in 1999. John Berry expertly trades the melody around from section to section in this great sounding chart for young players that requires no solos.

Still popular after 40 years Tower of Power set the bar for horn-driven funk. This classic from the early '70s is adapted here for younger players. The signature riffs and rhythms are authentic but brass ranges have been adjusted to a more modest level.

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.

Renowned educator and writer Paris Rutherford has adapted the text he used for over 30 years in teaching university-level arranging at one of the nation's most illustrious jazz schools. For anyone wanting to enter the excitingworld of jazz arranging this book is a must-have resource! Useful as a classroom teaching tool for beginning arrangers or as a self-study book this clearly written and engaging text will get you off to a great start that willhave players and audiences alike enjoying your music! Includes Rutherford's original compositions and small group charts along with a CD that features both full performances and rhythm-section-only tracks for personal or grouppractice.

What better way to introduce the magic of Duke Ellington to your beginning players than with this very easy version of one of the Duke's most revered standards. The style of the original version is preserved with the opening smallgroup statement (alto tenor 2 trumpets and trombone). From there the tune is passed alternately to the full ensemble sax section brass section and finally back to the small group. A real gem!