This classic hit from the Mamas and the Papas is presented here in an all-instrumental arrangement for 7 Horns and Rhythm section. The tune gets passed around the horn section so everybody gets the melody at some point, and most players are featured to some degree. The flute solo from the original recording is rendered here as a sax soli that begins in unison and splits into dazzling harmony.

Difficulty: the horn parts are not excessively range taxing. This would make for a fun instrumental feature on a program with anywhere from young players to community groups who don’t have the complement of a full big band. A fun piece to play, and fun for audiences to hear again!

Instrumentation:

• Alto Saxophone 1
• Alto Saxophone 2
• Tenor Saxophone
• Bari Saxophone
• Trumpet 1
• Trumpet 2
• Trombone
• Piano/Synth
• Bass Guitar
• Drum Set

Also available in an edition for 5 horns with Rhythm

This beautiful recording from the Beatles is presented here in an arrangement for trombone choir. The 5 ensemble parts serve as accompaniment to the vocals, and the Trombone 1 part has a more individual role in “answering” the vocals. None of the five trombone choir parts are very difficult, though the 4th part is a bit rhythmically persistent throughout. The key signature may pose a slight challenge for younger players. The higher vocal sub parts are rather taxing in the high range for sustained phrasing

Flexibility: This arrangement will work in multiple contexts. A 5-part ensemble can accompany a vocal ensemble, or a full 8-part trombone choir is possible. The Bass Trombone part is well suited to be played by Tuba if desired. Additionally, this entire arrangement conforms to the original artist’s recording in Key and Form. If desired, this chart could be used in performance along with the isolated Beatles vocals from their Anthology 3 album for a truly unique performance experience...trombones accompanying Beatles vocals!

This tender recording from Zach Williams & Dolly Parton is presented here in a performance- ready lead sheet.

This lead sheet conforms to the original performance: same key and same form. Vocal harmonies are cued above the full-sized notes of the melody. Dolly takes some liberties here and there, but not every inflection is notated every time.

Also available as in a package with the Piano/Vocal arrangement.

Additionally available as in a Lowered Key as a Lead Sheet or a Piano/Vocal arrangement.

This timeless classic from the Beatles is presented here in an arrangement for four trombones. It can really be considered as a solo feature for the lead trombonist, with accompaniment provided by the other three. Aside from some of the rhythmic demands of the melody, the range is not too taxing for any of the four parts for players of an intermediate skill level.

Flexibility: This arrangement will work in multiple contexts. Any of the four parts could be alternatively played by any other bass clef instruments: Euphonium, Bassoon, Cello, and the Bass Trombone part is well suited to be played by Tuba if desired.

Additionally, this entire arrangement conforms to the original artist’s recording in Key and Form. If desired, this chart could be used along with a pianist or a rhythm section if desired to fill things out a bit further.

Robert Shumann's classic work for solo piano is adapted here for solo instrument with piano accompaniment. The lyrical melody is well suited for treatment by soloists of all kinds. For brasses, the tessitra mostly sits in the mid-range of the instruents and only touches on the higher register in context with dynamic swells. A great work for the developing player!

Multiple parts are included for use by a wide variety of instrumentalists: 

• Piano Accompaniment
• Bass Clef Solo part (Trombone, Baritone B.C., Bassoon, Cello)
• Bb instruments Solo part (Trumpet, Baritone T.C., Clarinet)
• C Treble Clef Solo part (Flute, Oboe, Violin)

Elgar's classic march, used for graduation ceremonies every spring! This arrangement allows a small ensemble to perform this work in a flexible manner.

While initially scored with the standard brass trio in mind (Tpt, Hn. Tbn,), parts are prepared allowing any of the three parts to be played by any performer. In one manner, any complement of three brass players will be able to play this piece, since all players can see all parts it adds flexibility. In case of multiple repeats, players can switch off in playing the melody as desired to make for a less-repetitive performance.

This arrangement takes the traditional hymn of "Count Your Blessings" and sets it to a funky "Purdie Shuffle" in the style of Steely Dan. Fantastic groove, and plenty of space to feature improv soloists.

Demo Video below is for Big Band Edition.

Full score and parts included with download package.

Scored for:

• 3 Saxes (Alto, Tenor, Bari)
• 2 Trumpets
• 2 Trombones
• Rhythm Section (Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums)

Also available for Full Big Band

This arrangement takes the traditional hymn of "Count Your Blessings" and sets it to a funky "Purdie Shuffle" in the style of Steely Dan. Fantastic groove, and plenty of space to feature improv soloists.

Full score and parts included with download package.

Also available for Small Jazz Ensemble (7 horns)

Set of 3 trombone duets, composed by D. H. Stubblebine.  All melodic pieces well suited for rehearsal and performanace.

Package includes: 

• Evening Shadows (also available individually)
• In Memory of the Past (also available individually)
• Refuge (also available individually)

The hymn "Amazing Grace" is presented here with some subtle reharmonizations and is arranged for vocal duet. Free Download.  Enjoy!

The timeless hymn tune of "Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow" is set here for brass Sextet (2Tpt, Hn, 2 Tbn, Tuba).

Also available in a Brass Quintet edition.

The timeless hymn tune of "Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow" is set here for brass quintet.

Also available in a Brass Sextet edition.

This turn-of-the-century styled band piece gets an arrangement for small 6-part brass ensemble. Scored for trombone soloist plus standard brass quintet as accompaniment, this arrangement gives a trombonist with a lyrical upper register a chance to shine.

Scored for Solo Trombone, 2 Bb Trumpets/Cornets, Horn in F, Trombone/Baritone B.C., and Tuba.

A performance option: to obtain a more rounded “period” sound, it is recommended to use conical brass instruments throughout the accompanying ensemble where the trumpet parts are played on cornets and a euphonium is used instead of the trombone.

Also available for Trombone Duet

Here is an 8 part woodwind ensemble arrangement of the second movement of Alexandre Guilmant's third Organ sonata. This octet has numerous opportunity to work on melodic lines as well as ensemble blending and playing.

PDF package includes full transposed score and parts. Scored for:

• Flute
• Oboe
• 2 Bb Clarinets
• 2 F Horns
• Bassoon
• Bb Bass Clarinet

Here’s an easy-going swing tune to feature your trombonists! While usually the Trumpet and sax sections will carry the melodic duties in the jazz ensemble, this original from Aaron Hettinga gives your section the chance to shine with opportunity for solos and plenty of section soli playing.

There are plenty of texture changes around: tight high harmony, call & response, solo support, group articulations, great chances to showcase your trombone section and provide opportunities to teach developing players about ABAC form and ensemble.

While the top two bone parts can be a bit taxing in range (the lead part especially as it hangs around high C for the much of the last page) and remain ideal for advancing players, the lower parts (and remaining sax and trumpet pats) are mostly straightforward for what’s found in Big Band swing charts.

Also available as a standalone Trombone quartet with Rhythm section.

An easy-going swing tune featuring Aaron Hettinga on trombone.

Written for 4 Trombones with Rhythm Section, the MP3 recording is also included along with purchase of the Sheet Music PDF download.

Here’s an easy-going swing tune to feature your trombonists! This original from Aaron Hettinga features some nice soli section playing along with space for solos. There are plenty of texture changes around: tight high harmony, call & response, solo support, group articulations, great chances to showcase quartet section playing and provide opportunities to teach developing players about ABAC form and ensemble.

While the top two bone parts can be a bit taxing in range (the lead part especially as it hangs around high C for the much of the last page), the lower parts are mostly straightforward for what’s found in Big Band swing charts.

Written for 4 Trombones with Rhythm Section, the Demo MP3 recording is included along with the PDF download.

Also available as a Trombone feature for Big Band.

Here is an arrangement of one movement of Gustav Holst's band work "Second Suite in F" for Brass Sextet by Aaron Hettinga. This makes for a nice piece to play on a chamber music program, a chance to play some concert band literature in a smaller ensemble.

Scored for 2 trumpets, F Horn or Bb Flugelhorn, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba.

An arrangement of the traditional spiritual for Trombone ensemble, multitracked by Grand Rapids, Michigan trombonist and arranger, Aaron Hettinga.

This MP3 recording is also included free with purchase of the Sheet Music download.

Here's a fun arrangement of the traditional spiritual for Trombone ensemble that is always well received. The melody gets passed around between the various parts of the ensemble and there's some tasty soli sections as well. A great option for wanting a swing-band type of chart on a Trombone choir program.

Scored for 4 Tenor Trombones and 1 Bass Trombone, the Bass Trombonist gets first crack at the melody with some space for light ad-libbing before taking on a walking bass role afterward. After an improv solo opportunity for the Lead Trombonist, there’s a section labeled “EXTREMELY Laid Back” featuring a large shift in rhythmic and harmonic density that works best when observing the wide dynamic variations, playing really light and easy before cranking out the accented off-beat hits and coming right back down before wrapping it all up at the ending.

This chart works well where an advancing ensemble is able to cover the range extremes on both the high and low ends by the Lead and Bass parts. There’s also the opportunity to keep all players on their toes as the Bb Minor key signature can surprise younger players with a number of unexpected G Flats.

MP3 recording included free with Sheet Music download.

Also available for Mixed Brass Ensemble

Here's a fun arrangement of the traditional spiritual for 6-piece brass ensemble that is always well received. The melody gets passed around between the various parts of the ensemble and there's some tasty soli sections as well. A great option for wanting a swing-band type of chart on a brass ensemble program.

Scored for 3 Trumpets, Tenor and Bass Trombones, and Tuba., the Tuba gets first crack at the melody before taking on a walking bass role afterward. After an improv solo opportunity for the Lead Trombonist, there’s a section labeled “EXTREMELY Laid Back” featuring a large shift in rhythmic and harmonic density that works best when observing the wide dynamic variations, playing really light and easy before cranking out the accented off-beat hits and coming right back down before wrapping it all up at the ending.

Also available in an edition for Trombone Ensemble

This choral work from Lotti's Credo has been arranged here for an 8-part Brass ensemble. The piece begins with the low voice and expands one by one into the upper registers with rich textures throughout. 

To best fit the needs of your ensemble, this arrangement provides the 8 parts as a flexible Mixed Brass ensemble.

Parts 1-4 available for Bb Trumpet/Flugelhorn
Parts 4-5 available for F Horn
Parts 5-7 available for Trombone/Euphonium
Part 8 for Tuba

PDF file includes Full score and parts.

Also available for 8-part Trombone Ensemble

This is a Gospel Quartet TTBB with Big Band Accompaniment of the Hymn "Peace Like A River". Recorded in 2000 with the Brookfield Assembly Of God quartet

This download is included for free with purchase of the sheet music available here.

This is a Gospel Quartet TTBB with Big Band Accompaniment of the Hymn "Peace Like A River". Fun Easy to Sing - a great crowd pleaser.