Noten für Big Bands

Standard jazz ensemble, opt. flute. Scored in a bright Latin style, this engaging original is designed to make advancing jazz ensembles sound their very best. For optimum results in achieving a stylis...

El Tigre is composed in the songo style, which is frequently heard in salsa music. The memorable winding melodies and sturdy harmonies are supported by the effective and constantly active rhythm secti...

This authentic Brazilian bossa for advancing groups is an appealing blend of gently syncopated rhythms and rich harmonies. Chord changes for the open solo section are included for alto, tenor, trumpet...

Commissioned by the St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute Jazz Ensemble of Kenmore, NY, this spirited Latin original for advancing groups is a real showstopper! The title in Portuguese means a samba schoo...

This exciting, uptempo samba for advancing groups is a great way to spotlight a fabulous trombone section on the familiar In A Mellow Tone or Rose Room chord changes. Trombones not only play the melod...

Here's the perfect follow-up to a high energy tune, namely an easy-going, feel-good bossa nova. This chart contains a combo featuring tenor saxophone, trumpet, and trombone that 'converses' effectivel...

This 2015 Grammy-nominated arrangement, was recorded by the Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra on 'Strength In Numbers' (Summit Records). The original Stephen Foster waltz is refitted here as a medium-bri...

This chart for proficient groups utilizes a driving Afro-Cuban 12/8 feel to characterize the power and tension of a full strength hurricane. When you're not experiencing mental images of a raging stor...

This original for proficient groups is a sure bet for getting your audiences and judges engaged. Effective salsa rhythms are utilized throughout and the brass ranges are moderate. Duration 5:00.

This cha cha for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to My Little Suede Shoes by Charlie Parker, and is a great chart to introduce the authentic Latin style! The solo section is written out...

This medium-fast bossa for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Blue Bossa by Kenny Dorham. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assi...

Medium tempo Jazz Samba that captures a tinge of Spain while allowing Jazz elements to shine through. Solo sections are on 2 chord changes (Cm/Db) making for easy soloing.

The LP The First Circle contains some of the most exciting contemporary music ever created. This chart has been acclaimed as one of the best big band arrangements ever done! The piece is rhythmically...

Here is a great blend of swing and Latin, done in the inimitable style of Oliver Nelson. It was recorded on the Flying Dutchman label in 1969. This wonderful chart features alto saxophone. 5-4-4-3.

After a beautiful, mellow intro featuring solo flugelhorn (trumpet), this exciting chart moves to a spirited Samba. Easy changes for solos plus great ensemble choruses!

This arrangement of one of Cedar Walton's best-known compositions was arranged for and performed by the Art Blakey Big Band. It features great rhythmic energy, alternating styles between Latin and swi...

Classic Latin/Rock tune from Santana. The Trumpets and Saxes take turns on the melody and a solo for Alto Sax is included. Great sounds for younger groups.

Ursprünglich ein Hit von Van Morrison aus dem Jahr 1967, ist diese eingängige und bekannte Melodie auch heute noch beliebt. Hier in einem gemäßigten Latin-Stil arrangiert, übernehmen die Saxophone zu...

One of the best-known Latin/Jazz compositions ever written! Mark has done a great job of making this Sonny Rollins classic playable by younger groups while maintaining the style of the original. Small...

as recorded by Arturo Sandoval on 'Hot House'

Aufgenommen auf Arturo Sandovals preisgekrönter CD Hot House, hat Peter Blair diesen Latin-Sizzler für junge Bands adaptiert. Es bietet ein schönes mittleres Latin-Feeling mit angenehmen Tonlagen.

Here's a fresh sounding new original from Frank Mantooth. Written as a medium tempo Bossa, this inventive piece features a front line of trumpet, tenor, and trombone with solo space for each and well...

John Berry's creative light bossa treatment of this Beatles favorite is a must for your next concert. The timeless melody is featured with lush harmonies and marvelous ensemble writing. Includes short...

Hot Latin sounds from Gordon Goodwin's Grammy-nominated CD Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences! Flute and trumpet are featured in the beginning on the playful melody, but the entire ensemble gets...

Hier ist ein klassischer Mambo von Latin-Meister Tito Puente. Die einfache Version von Rick Stitzel klingt authentisch und enthält eine solide Bandbesetzung sowie Soli für Tenor und/oder Trompete. Die...