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Here's a super chart in the Latin rock-style for the young player by a terrific writer, Ralph Ford. Based on a simple two chord (ii-V) pattern, 'Here Comes Big 'Un' has a cool melody, written solos wi...

Co-composed with saxophonist Shafi Hadi, Mary Lou Williams's big band arrangement of 'Shafi' was written near the end of her life. Its modal nature and unusual form serve as a wonderful reminder that...

Bossa mit einem frühen Klaviersolo sowie einem Duett für Trompete und Posaune gefolgt von zwei erweiterbaren Soloteilen für Posaune, Trompete und Tenor-Saxophon. Gegen Schluß bekommt der Pianist noch...

Standard jazz ensemble (playable by 12-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn & vibes A bossa nova groove provides the basis for a familiar melody on this new chart by George Shutack. Intellige...

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...

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

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...

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...

You'll definitely want to add this terrific Latin chart to your library for developing groups. The hard-driving groove will energize your band as it navigates through smooth melodies and a catchy osti...

A spirited Latin rock chart always serves as a great change-of-pace in programs where swing charts predominate. This one showcases all sections and contains an accessible melody. The solo section is d...

Inspired by the great music written by Billy Strayhorn for the Duke Ellington organization, this very accessible, yet harmonically inventive bossa for advancing groups features solo alto sax emulating...

Emulating the exciting style of Arturo Sandoval and Paquito D'Rivera, this catchy Latin tune for advancing groups alternates between Afro-Cuban and samba grooves. Chord changes for the open solo secti...

Commissioned by the Long Beach (CA) Polytechnic High School Jazz Ensemble, this spicy salsa original for proficient groups will be the highlight of your concert or festival performances. Named after a...

Gato del Sol is everything a bossa nova should be: subtle, melodic, and always in a relaxed groove. An ample tenor sax solo covering an entire chorus of the tune, plus a montuno, is just one highlight...

Gato del Sol is everything a bossa nova should be: subtle, melodic, and always in a relaxed groove. An ample tenor sax solo covering an entire chorus of the tune, plus a montuno, is just one highlight...

New Music for Jazz Ensemble. Features Chord Changes And Scales For Improvisation During All Solo Passages; Chord Changes And Notated Voicings In The Piano Part; Chord Changes And Notated Lines In The...

Feature your lead trombone on this accessible Bossa inspired by writing of the legendary Thad Jones.

A medium bossa, nova, Tiara is another great introduction to Latin styles for young bands. This selection will make the jazz band sound sophisticated beyond their years.

A sizzling grade one introduction to the Latin style featuring authentic rhythms written for the full jazz ensemble.Set the audience on fire with this sizzling grade one introduction to the Latin styl...

Tropical Sunrise is a laid-back bossa-nova tune. With a relaxed and unhurried feel, students will learn to pay close attention to dynamic contrasts, especially on the soft side. The capital of Brazil,...

A good Latin groove can be hard for a young band to play, but Morning Mambo is a Grade 2 piece written specifically so that the young player can feel the fire and energy of a Mambo. The composer says,...