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Frank Kumor sets the lyricalmelody of Santana's "Bella" to a spirited samba. This versatilearrangement features the standard instrumentation of marimba, xylophone,vibraphone, and drumset, plus optional samba band. The addition of thesurdo, tamborim, pandiero, and timbau parts gives the ensemble anauthentic samba-school style. Performers are challenged both musicallyand technically through the combination of rhythmic syncopation, melodicflourishes...

This percussion ensemblearrangement of Joe Zawinul's classic tune, "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy," payshomage to the Buddy Rich Big Band. The arrangement utilizes a sectionfor "open" mallet keyboard solos (if desired) using the G-blues scales.In addition to the vibraphone soloist, the marimba and xylophone playersmay also solo over the same section. The piece is scored for orchestrabells, xylophone, vibraphone, marimba, bass guitar, and drumset.

This medley is a tribute tothe early years of the Beatles. The songs selected featured each of the"Fab Four" on lead vocals along with Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney'ssignature early grooves. The ensemble parts have been arranged tocapture the essence of these iconic songs and to provide the drummerwith a realistic setting to perform these classic drum parts. This musichelped launch the most popular rock band of all time and now you canperform th...

From the musical Finian's Rainbow, this familiar 1940s standardis nicely scored here for young bands. Written in a moderate tempo, thestyle changes smoothly between swing and Latin and requires no soloists.

First recorded by Billy Joel in 1976, this timeless classic was never ahit on the charts, but over the years has become a fan favorite andboasts countless covers from a diverse range of artists such as FrankSinatra, Tony Bennett, Barbra Streisand, The Muppets and Glee. Here is aterrific medium swing setting playable by young jazz ensembles sure tobe a hit.

Recorded by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen, this very easy arrangement byJohn Berry will be quick to learn and fun to perform. This lively rocktune is sure to liven up any concert.

This theme from the 1947 movie Green Dolphin Street went on tobecome a jazz standard recorded by countless artists, most notably MilesDavis. Rick Stitzel uses a mix of Latin and swing styles along withlimited technical demands in this terrific setting for young players.

Hailed as one of the greatest hard rock songs of all time, this 1987 hitfrom Guns N' Roses features familiar melodies and a relentless drivethroughout. Paul's hard-hitting arrangement uses the saxes on the leadand brass on the signature riffs, along with terrific interplay withinthe ensemble. Rock the stage with this one!

The 1983 hit "Bang the DrumAll Day," by Todd Rundgren, has become an anthem for percussionistseverywhere. This up-beat, high-energy arrangement by Aaron Ziegler isperfect for beginning to intermediate steel bands. Instrumentationincludes: Lead, Double Tenors, Double Seconds, Cello/Guitar, Bass Pans,Bass Guitar (optional), and Drumset.

"Everybody's Everything" isone of the featured singles on the band Santana's second self-titledalbum. The song hit No. 12 in 1972 on the Hot 100 charts, and features asolo by future Journey guitarist Neal Schon. The marimba 1 and 2 partshave been written so they can be performed on the same marimba, or onseparate marimbas if preferred. The electric bass part can also bedoubled on a bass marimba if available.

This arrangement is based on the version from The Tango Project.It was originally written for three performers on a single 5-octavemarimba. It was then expanded for a full ensemble to augment thearrangement, but can still be performed as a trio if desired.Instrumentation (3 or 9 players): three soloists (one 5-octave marimba),two additional marimbas (low A), bells, xylophone, and bass (stringbass or bass marimba).

With an aura of mystery and a sneaky medium swing style, this originalfrom the pen of Michael Mossman features skilled and effective writingfor the entire ensemble. The trumpet section is featured at the top, andthere are flexible options in the solo section.