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Latin Selections | Medium-Easy / Medium
Tico's South Side Rumba—Michele
Fernandez. This authentic rumba is on
fire. A groove that will have the audience
dancing in the aisles and a melody they
won't be able to get out of their head. The
flute over the sax soli adds the perfect
spice. Very meticulous percussion scoring
ensures an authentic interpretation that will
give your students a wonderful education in
Latin styles and playing techniques. Open
solos. Lead trumpet plays optional high B,
and lead bone plays optional high G. A
must-have!
11617956 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 50.00
Una Cancion del Corazon—Paul Baker.
Commissioned by the Oneonta, NY high
school jazz band, this melodic bossa nova
features the alto saxophone throughout,
including a written solo (changes are also
provided) and solo fills, as well as in the role
of lead section player guiding the section
through an 8 bar sax soli. Trumpet range to
written G. Trombone range to F.
11684569 Jazz Ensemble . . .ME 45.00
Latin Selections
Medium
Afro Blue—Mongo Santamaria/arr.
Michael Mossman. Made famous by
John Coltrane, but treated here in a more
traditional Afro-Latin style, this is something
a little different for jazz ensemble. As with
all Mossman charts, the rhythm section is
meticulously notated to ensure the correct
style. The 3/4 pattern throughout draws
heavily on African influences and the
melody is masterfully passed from section
to section. A single pentatonic scale works
for the solo section, making this a wonderful
vehicle for involving many soloists.
2478928 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
Beethoven in Cuba—arr. Steve Shanley.
If Beethoven had visited Cuba, his Seventh
Symphony might have sounded like this!
High-energy Latin grooves collide with
familiar classical material in this jazz band
chart built around thematic material from
Beethoven's Seventh. Driving rhythms and
colorful ensemble writing keep momentum
high, and the solo section sits comfortably
for developing improvisers. The playful
stylistic mashup feels fresh. A smart choice
for high school groups looking to stretch
style awareness and improvisation skills
while keeping rehearsals fun and engaging.
11686528 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 50.00
Blue Bossa—Kenny Dorham/arr. Mark
Taylor. One of the essential Latin
jazz classics, this catchy tune moves
and grooves in Mark Taylor's spicy
arrangement. It really makes the most of the
Latin rhythmic feel, with exciting solo space
and well-articulated ensemble backups.
Very cool... and hot!
2475702 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
Body and Soul—arr. Michele Fernandez.
Brazilian samba drive shapes this jazz chart
that weaves heavy Latin-style syncopation
with contrasting shifts into swing. Optional
flute adds color, and trumpet players
double on Latin percussion to deepen the
stylistic authenticity. The groove changes
and rhythmic interplay make it an effective,
hands-on way to teach feel, style, and
ensemble coordination at the high
school level.
11678462 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 50.00
Chili Today, Hot Tamale—Rick Hirsch.
A great title and great chart! Chili Today,
Hot Tamale is set in a samba groove in
cut time at around 90 bpm. It's accessible
to a solid easy to medium grade level,
there are written solos for trombone 1 and
tenor sax 1, optional parts for expanded
instrumentations, and the trumpet 1 range
goes to written A above the staff with
optional lower notes. This chart is fun to
play and loaded with energy!
10452086 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 48.00
Coconut Champagne—Denis DiBlasio/arr.
Victor Lopez. Victor Lopez' arrangement of
this great tune by Denis DiBlasio is a more
accessible version than the original. At a
medium grade level with an upbeat samba
groove, everybody gets some action with
the classic Maynard Ferguson trumpet solo
harmonized for the trumpet section in a
playable range. There is a sax section soli
that can also be a solo for bari sax or any
saxophone. An optional percussion part will
complete the package. You'll dig this chart...
it soars, it excites!
10277765 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 52.00
El Alma de la Banda (The Soul of the
Band)—Gordon Goodwin. It's soulful,
Latin, and full of energy – phenomenal jazz
writing while still being accessible to well-
developed high school jazz programs. All
instrumentalists enjoy hip and memorable
licks. The lead trumpet range is to written
high C above the staff, with solo space
(suggested written solo) for alto, tenor, bari,
trumpet, and trombones 1 and 2. Auxiliary
percussion plus optional flute and vibes
complete this gem.
11511948 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
Feels So Good—Chuck Mangione/arr.
Victor Lopez. Only rarely does a jazz
tune cross over to the pop charts the way
this Chuck Mangione classic did back
in the seventies! Flugelhorn solo on the
1st trumpet part is featured throughout
with the distinctive melody and then with
a written or ad lib solo along with a tenor
solo. The flugelhorn solo range is up to
an optional written high C, but the solo is
cued on the 1st tenor part as well. Victor's
arrangement brings this contemporary
gem within the range of the developing
trumpet player without losing any of the hip
appeal of the original. Here's a perennially
appealing, samba/rock chart that will provide
outstanding performance opportunities for
your band and soloist! Highly recommended!
2480787 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 54.00
I Wanna Be Like You—Robert & Richard
Sherman/arr. John Wasson. What happens
when one of the hottest swing bands in
the land cuts loose on a Disney classic?
Cranked up excitement! Big Bad Voodoo
Daddy takes a mambo spin on I Wan'na Be
Like You from "The Jungle Book," and with
lots of tutti writing, your band will get a real
powerhouse sound!
2433704 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That
Swing)—Duke Ellington/arr. Ralph Ford.
You may think this very clever chart is all
swing, but it begins as Latin then alternates
with a swing feel. The tempo is bright at
around 190-200 bpm with suggested solos
for trumpet and tenor sax, a few piano
montunos, and a big shout chorus leading
to a huge ending closing this fine chart
appropriately. Additional wind parts and a
vibes part are included for optional expanded
instrumentations. Highly recommended!
10756380 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 50.00
Jazz en la Playa—Jeff Jarvis. Latin salsa
style defines this chart for high school jazz
ensemble, opening with a rhythm section
groove before brass and saxophone
statements build to a full-ensemble impact.
Trumpets lead the melody, followed by
saxes, with a key-changed solo section that
includes an optional flute feature. A final key
change at the end gives the tune a climactic
closing statement. Clear form supports
style, balance, and ensemble timing,
making this a great choice for teaching
salsa feel, rhythms, and articulations.
11678947 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 60.00
Just Friends—John Klenner/arr. Scott
Ragsdale. The jazz classic Just Friends is
set here as a trombone section feature with
a samba groove. This superb chart with a
lyrical melody also features written or ad lib
solo space for trombones 1 and 2, excellent
and accessible trombone solis, and a lead
trumpet range to written A above the staff.
Give the 'bones some of the spotlight with
this exceptional arrangement!
10311435 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 52.00
Land of Make Believe—arr. Mark Taylor.
The brilliance of Chuck Mangione's
iconic sound is captured in this vibrant
arrangement enriched with expressive
rubato sections, infectious samba grooves,
and a lively sense of swing.
11640151 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
Mamacita—Joe Henderson/arr. Alan
Baylock. A groovy straight-eighth feel on
this jazz standard with amazing parts for
all and an intro that is nothing but fire. The
tempo is around 154 bpm, and the lead
trumpet range is to written B-flat above the
staff. Sample solos are provided for alto
and tenor sax, plus optional flute and vibes
parts. Energy prevails!
11511951 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 55.00
Mambo Caliente—Doug Beach. Built
around a mambo groove using the 2-3 clave
rhythm, this medium-level jazz ensemble
chart brings high energy and vivid color
to your stage. Additional parts for soprano
saxophone, claves, and bongos add a
distinctive texture, while the high range
in the brass rewards strong players. After
the open solo section for the winds, your
percussionists take the focus in an open
repeated section for a drum or percussion
solo. A strong concert or festival choice for
ensembles ready to tackle authentic Latin
style with confidence.
11678950 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 60.00
Muevete—Joshua Bedell. This salsa chart
written for high school jazz band is built
around strong unison figures that reinforce
stylistic feel and precision. Expanded
percussion scoring for maracas, claves,
timbales, bongos, and congas adds extra
authenticity, with an extended rhythm
section feature leading into an accessible
two-chord solo section ideal for developing
improvisers. An exciting dance chart, great
for any concert or festival performance.
11678116 Jazz Ensemble . . . . M 65.00
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Medium to Advanced
Best-Selling Charts! These selections,
listed in order of popularity, are chosen
most often by directors like you.
Mamacita—
Joe Henderson/arr. Alan Baylock.
11511951 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Feels So Good—
Chuck Mangione/arr. Victor Lopez.
2480787 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 54.00
I Wanna Be Like You—
Robert & Richard Sherman/
arr. John Wasson.
2433704 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Caravan—
Duke Ellington/arr. John Wasson.
2402725 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
El Abrazo—Alan Baylock.
10593791 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Sofrito—
Mongo Santamaria & Neal Creque/
arr. Michael Philip Mossman.
11571821 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Angels, We Have Heard, Can Salsa—
arr. Erik Sherburne.
11621972 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Spain—Chick Corea/arr. Paul Jennings.
2101111 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Blue Bossa—
Kenny Dorham/arr. Mark Taylor.
2475702 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Sabor de Cuba (Taste of Cuba)—
Victor Lopez.
10593777 Jazz Ensemble. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
