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Michael Jackson returned to the airways in full force with 1987’s Bad. The track has a playful and funky, if not boastful, lyric as well as one of the most memorable bass lines of the ’80s. Bad was a major hit in 1987 and is sure to be another with your ensemble

Thriller’s 1982 release marked the beginning of Michael Jackson’s entry into another level of fame. It also awarded him seven Top Ten singles from the nine tracks on the album. Beat It, with its funky bass line and driving chorus, was one of those hits. Arranged at an intermediate level, this Top Ten single will surely be a hit with your ensemble!

Grade: medium easy/medium.

The King of Pop’s iconic 1982 album, Thriller, earned a record breaking eight Grammy awards and included many of Michael Jackson’s most beloved hits. With its smooth bass line and infectious melodies and grooves, Billie Jean is sure to be a smash hit with your concert ensemble!

Grade: medium.

Grade: medium.

Grade: medium easy.

Featuring three key songs from Michael Jackson's diverse musical career, this concise and easy to learn medley features Man in the Mirror, I'll Be There and Thriller.

With this very easy arrangement, even beginning bands can enjoy this Michael Jackson hit from 1988.

In his hey-day of the '80s, Michael Jackson ruled the radio airwaves. Featuring a moderate rock groove and timeless message, this is certainly one of his best.

Here is a terrific setting for concert band that displays the variety and depth of music spanning Michael Jackson's career from his early days with the Jackson 5 up through his association with Quincy Jones. Includes: I Want You Back, I'll Be There, Rock with You, Thriller and Man in the Mirror. American Grade 3

This tribute medley features five of Michael Jackson's greatest hits. Included are Bad, Human Nature, Billie Jean, The Girl is Mine, and, of course, Beat It. With diverse pop styles, this medley will stand out on any concert programme!

The title song from pop music's all-time bestselling album, here is an outstanding arrangement of this landmark hit from 1984 for the concert stage

A Tribute to Michael Jackson, in medley format, contains four of the King of Pop's biggest hits, each in a contrasting style. Titles include “The Way You Make Me Feel,” an easy rock shuffle, the straight-forward “Billie Jean,” “Heal the World” with an easy trumpet solo, and “Beat It” with your clarinet in the beautiful chalumeau register. A jam-packed pop medley with a wide variety of styles.

Grade: medium. Solo Trumpet/Cornet/Flugel Horn and Concert Band

This Is It, from Michael Jackson's sixth posthumous compilation album, accompanies the motion picture release, Michael Jackson's This Is It. The song premiered worldwide October 12, 2009, on Michael Jackson’s website. Despite being a radio-only release, the song soared to the top of charts around the world. This Is It, with its smooth melodies and fresh pop harmonies, is sure to be hit with your concert ensemble

Grade: medium.

Grade: medium.

Grade: medium.

Grade: medium. Chorus (SATB) and Concert Band

We Are the World was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie and recorded as a benefit for African famine relief in 1985. This single record became the fastest-selling pop single in recording history. No wonder the recording took the number one spot on pop charts all over the world. Scored in a relaxed style, it's a natural for your audience to join in on the final chorus. This arrangement is a wonderful tribute to Jackson, a notable philanthropist and humanitarian who donated and raised million of dollars through his own Heal the World Foundation. Charming!

We Are the World was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie and recorded as a benefit for African famine relief in 1985. This single record became the fastest-selling pop single in recording history. No wonder the recording took the number one spot

We Are the World was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie and recorded as a benefit for African famine relief in 1985. This single record became the fastest-selling pop single in recording history. No wonder the recording took the number one spot