Ensembles

Scored for bands ranging in size from 12-17 players, this solid bossa/rock tune starts and ends strong. Crisp brass punctuations, a steady 8/8 feel, and an expandable solo section are highlights. For...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make it a perfect teaching...

Style: BOSSA NOVA Ranges: G5 trumpet, F4 trombone Solos: written or ad lib for all Rhythm Section: notated Instrumentation: 1217 players, plus 5 opt. Parts

The newest edition to the ever popular Chili Pepper series finds the Pepper visiting some familiar musical territory. The 'Chili Pepper' Latin style has been expertly added to the traditional children...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to form the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make it a perfect vehicle for...

Standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn & vibes Is your band ready for the Whole Enchilada? From the opening notes to the final chord, this infectious lati...

Using a familiar melody as a starting point, the Chili Pepper returns in this exciting samba original for medium level groups. Rhythmically exciting and harmonically interesting, your band will love t...

The infamous Chili Pepper may have met his match as the notorious Habañero takes center stage. The irresistible Latin feel and catchy melody make this chart fun for the band and a sure-fire hit with t...

This laidback cha-cha will cool off any program with its smooth groove and infectious melody. A written solo for first tenor is provided, but in his score notes Mike gives directors the option of exte...

An irresistible cha-cha rhythm starts in the opening bar and never lets up in this great Latin tune at the medium easy level. The open written or ad lib solo section utilizes the two-chord vamp popula...

Commissioned by the Immokalee High School Jazz Ensemble in Naples (FL), the burning Latin feel of this tune will ignite any program. With ensemble and melodic lines in all parts and an open solo secti...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this burning, medium-easy Latin chart bristles with excitement. The combination of a strong melody and plenty of full ensemble work make it an ideal opener o...

Commissioned by the Cathedral High School in Indianapolis, Indiana, this solid Latin composition will be a welcome addition to any medium advanced level library. The lyrical melody and full shout chor...

This new medium advanced chart was commissioned by the Illinois Music Educator's Association for the 2008 Illinois All-State Jazz Ensemble. The straight 8th Latin jazz feel provides a perfect setting...

This Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to the Doug Beach catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the foundation...

Mike Tomaro has created one of the most interesting charts in recent years with this new medium advanced work that alternates between a Brazilian samba and a funk style. A strong melodic statement, an...

Commissioned by the Augustana College Jazz Ensemble in Sioux Falls (SD), this exciting Latin outing will provide a wonderful change up on your next program. A trumpet solo early in the chart and an op...

Ein schwungvoller Salsa komponiert von Greg Yasinitsky.

A driving Salsa chart with lots of intensity that just doesn't let up! A short alto sax/trumpet duet is featured along with plenty of unison sax and brass lines. An ad lib' or 'as is' solo is provided...

Here's a suave Latin tune designed to feature your tenor sax and trombone soloists. A memorable melody is supported by sophisticated, yet accessible harmonic motives throughout. Authentic Latin device...

Try this bright Latin chart for developing groups featuring solos for piano, and the 'two cats' alluded to in the title - namely alto saxophone and trumpet. Even if you use the minimum instrumentation...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this selection for developing groups set in a bright Latin feel. The introduction played by piano...

We welcome California jazz educator Mike Dana to the Kendor family of writers with this spirited Latin original for developing groups. Containing reasonable ranges and rhythmic figures, plus an exciti...