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Latin medium / medium-advanced & advanced
n TampicoCarl Strommen. A laid-back Latin feel,
written solos, a medium tempo, great melodies and
hip harmonies are all the reasons you should check
this one out! It's easy to play, but it will make your
ensemble sound rich and full. No stress, no strain,
just good flow! Very nice!
10518319 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Uchibeng Wow-WowMichael Philip Mossman.
From the deep and sometimes mysterious mind
of Michael Philip Mossman, here's a captivating
cha-cha with attitude! Mossman skillfully mixes
full band scoring with section features and quick
trade-off riffs. Also included are solos for tenor sax
and trumpet, and some unexpected band vocals.
Suggested solos are included along with chord/
scale sheets in all keys.
10427400 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Wannsee (from the "Impressions of Berlin
Suite")Oliver Nelson/ed. Bob Curnow. Wannsee
is the second movement of the Impressions of
Berlin suite. This lovely, beautiful, haunting melody
features flute and flugelhorn, as they each have
the opportunity to state this captivating theme.
Set in a slow 3/4 Latin-ish feel, the lilting groove
provides a mesmerizing backdrop for the melody
and eventually moves into a standard bossa nova
groove in 4/4 for the featured flugelhorn soloist.
This chart is professional in its writing yet quite
playable due to its moderate ranges, rhythmic
simplicity, and attainable tempo. If you're looking
for a unique ballad, this is the one!
10607243 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l A Warm Tropical BreezeJoe Schaefer. This
bossa nova begins like a warm tropical breeze
but grows in intensity as it develops. This fine
chart includes great writing with two chord solo
changes giving developing soloists an opportunity
to stretch out. Suggested solos and chord changes
are included in the alto 1 and trumpet 2 parts. An
optional flute part is also included. You will not
want to miss this chance to experience A Warm
Tropical Breeze!
10607116 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n WaveAntonio Carlos Jobim/arr. Michael
Mossman. Here's one of the most tuneful of
Jobim's many familiar Latin standards in a
marvelous setting featuring a baritone sax soloist.
The style is a laid-back Latin groove and the
arrangement includes a wealth of creative harmonic
and textural devices. To round things out, it also
includes a sax soli and a lush tutti ensemble chorus.
A great way to feature your bari sax soloist!
10052523 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
The Way We WereMarvin Hamlisch/arr. Mark
Taylor. Celebrate the legend of Marvin Hamlisch
with this terrific, moderate Latin setting of one of
his timeless classics. A trombone soloist is featured
throughout along with a smooth ensemble blend.
An iconic standard!
10343790 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n ZebranoAndrew Neu. Set as an Afro/Cuban
groove, Zebrano is full of engaging rhythmic
content that is sure to delight players, audiences
and adjudicators. To ensure authenticity, the
rhythm section parts are mostly notated with chord
symbols provided. The ranges are reasonable for
the level and solo space is reserved for alto 1, tenor
1, trumpets 2 & 4, trombone 1, and drums. Don't
miss this great programming choice!
10367871 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Latin
Medium-Advanced
& Advanced
n A Mis AbuelosArturo Sandoval/arr. Michael
Mossman. More than just a showcase for your
lead trumpet, this monster chart is a powerful
statement for the entire ensemble. Opening with
the quasi flamenco strains and followed by a
melancholy trumpet solo, the first big ensemble
hit is guaranteed to move the audience back a few
rows! Great writing for all sections and especially
the rhythm section.
2478923 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00
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AlianzaErik Morales. "Alianza," the Spanish
word for alliance, is represented here through the
high-energy blending of Latin and swing styles.
The main melody seamlessly integrates the two
styles. There is a written-out jazz solo for trumpet
2 and every section of the band is featured at
some point. The lead trumpet range is to written
A above the staff. Optional parts included for flute,
horn in F, baritone/tenor sax, tuba and percussion.
A refreshing challenge! Highly recommended!
10049724 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 52.00
Armando's RhumbaChick Corea/arr. Mike
Tomaro. From Chick Corea's My Spanish Heart
album, this tune is not really a "rhumba," but
rather an extremely energetic samba. This chart
features dynamic and challenging passages for
the entire ensemble and also ample room for
soloists. Nice chart!
10283046 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00
4 Beautiful DreamerStephen Foster/arr. Pete
McGuinness. A tour-de-force for advanced groups,
this 2015 Grammy-nominated arrangement is
the original Stephen Foster waltz refitted as a
medium-bright samba in 4/4 time. Featuring a
smooth and lyrical melody over a driving samba
feel, additional features include plenty of room
for soprano or alto saxophone on the melody
plus extensive improvisation, along with solo
piano space, and roaring ensemble passages.
A dramatic style change occurs near the end with
the chart going into 3/4 at a slower tempo featuring
a more traditional version of the melody that leads
to a satisfying finish. The lead saxophone part is
either soprano or alto. If you've got the horses, this
arrangement is a must-have!
10604656 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 56.00
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Black OrpheusLuiz Bonfa/arr. Eric Richards.
Here's a super high-energy Latin samba arranged
by Eric Richards that is the perfect opener or closer
for any performance. There are solo opportunities
for tenor sax, baritone sax, 2nd trombone and
drums. This is a powerhouse chart that features
tons of cookin' rhythm, a melody that floats above
great counterpoint and a magnificent trumpet
section soli that really brightens things up. Exciting
festival chart!
10011985 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . A 62.00
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Blue Rondo a la TurkDave Brubeck/arr. Kris
Berg. The essence of the original is captured here
with this updated version of Dave Brubeck's classic
tour de force in a big-band setting! The meter
alternates from a 9/8 straight Afro-Cuban feel to
a more relaxed 12/8 swing style, and they blend
perfectly with Brubeck's rhythmic patterns. There's
solo space for alto 1, trumpet 2 and drums, and
lead trumpet goes up to written C above the staff.
This is an exceptional chart for festival or concert!
2480796 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00
H BoliviaCedar Walton/arr. Eric Richards. A big
ensemble introduction leads into the familiar and
hip bass and piano line followed by the melody
stated by alto, tenor, trumpet, and trombone. This
chart also features great section and full ensemble
parts throughout, a huge shout chorus, and the
lead trumpet goes to written high D. Solo space is
available for alto, tenor, trumpet, and drums. This
extended arrangement is a great big band chart on
a great Cedar Walton jazz classic. An ideal festival
chart for better bands!
10311459 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 60.00
n Brazilian Love AffairGeorge Duke/arr. Eric
Richards. In a throwback to the jazz-influenced
R&B style of the late 1970s, here is a driving
samba/funk version of this George Duke hit.
Featuring a pair of trombones and tenor saxes at
the top, this chart builds energy throughout with
carefully crafted interplay between all sections
of the ensemble. Suggested or ad lib solos are
featured for alto, trombone, bass and piano. Also
included are written-out bass lines and piano
voicings. Nice groove!
10522900 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . MA 55.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Latin • Medium-Advanced & Advanced
Each year Pepper's Editors review hundreds of new releases
and choose the cream of the crop to bear the name, Editors' Choice.
You can buy any of these titles with confidence!
Beautiful Dreamer—Stephen Foster/arr. Pete McGuinness.
A tour-de-force for advanced groups, this 2015 Grammy-nominated arrangement is the
original Stephen Foster waltz refitted as a medium-bright samba in 4/4 time. Featuring a
smooth and lyrical melody over a driving samba feel, additional features include plenty of
room for soprano or alto saxophone on the melody plus extensive improvisation, along with
solo piano space, and roaring ensemble passages. A dramatic style change occurs near the
end with the chart going into 3/4 at a slower tempo featuring a more traditional version of
the melody that leads to a satisfying finish. The lead saxophone part is either soprano or alto.
If you've got the horses, this arrangement is a must-have!
10604656 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A 56.00
El Abrazo—Alan Baylock.
The beautiful ballad beginning and ending in this Alan Baylock original will bring tears to
your eyes. The chart then moves to an exciting samba around 110 bpm for the half note with
occasional swing sections interspersed. The lead trumpet range is to written high C and there
is an extended tenor sax solo with chord changes. You won't forget this chart, it's special in
every way. A truly stunning chart, this one will provide plenty of opportunities for your band
to shine - it's the perfect festival chart. Highly recommended!
10593791 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
Fiesta en la Calle—Matt Amy.
With a street party atmosphere, here's a high-energy Latin chart that fuses Tito Puente with
Arturo Sandoval and the modern writing of Gordon Goodwin. After the rhythm section sets
up a quasi-tumbao/salsa feel, the saxophones support the piano montuno before moving
into the full band introduction. Additionally, this chart features unison writing across the
ensemble in the melody line and supportive roles within the sections and some high trumpet
playing. After a development section and solos from various horn players, the chart moves
to an open drum solo before returning to restate the theme. Culminating with a powerful and
exciting ending, Fiesta en la Calle is great for festivals, contests and concerts!
10625430 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 57.00
Gilbraltar—Freddie Hubbard/arr. Mike Kamuf.
Gibraltar is a Freddie Hubbard jazz standard recorded by many jazz giants. It's a very hip
samba that cooks at around 180 bpm with written-out solos provided for trumpet 2 and tenor
sax 2, plenty of action for the drummer, and a lead trumpet range to written A. Also included
are a few snippets of Freddie Hubbard licks throughout. Playable with optional expanded
instrumentations, this is a smokin' chart in every way!
10593775 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Kilimanjaro—Oliver Nelson/ed. Bob Curnow.
Originally recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra on their album Afrique, Kilimanjaro is
a mesmerizing, easy-feeling Latin composition which pulses along with a constant tumbao
bass groove and infectious percussion. Featuring flute and trumpet on the melody, this chart
has a very bluesy touch and allows for soloists as chosen. Moderate brass ranges (highest
note for trumpet is a written D), a written-out bass line throughout, and flexible solos make
this outstanding chart playable by many bands.
10607221 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
Salt City Samba—Andrew Neu.
Salt City Samba is an American/Brazilian samba that is perfect for advancing groups. Similar
in style to American/Latin jazz artists Chuck Mangione and Spyro Gyro, this samba original
also channels the infectious music of Brazil with the half-note equaling 108 bpm. An open solo
section, written or ad lib, is followed by a very interesting call and response section, and then a
driving shout chorus making this an exciting closer for any program. The alto 1 part doubles on
soprano sax, however an optional alto 1 only part is provided. Highly recommended!
10595100 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 52.00
Samba de Orphee—Luiz Bonfa/arr. Kris Berg.
This arrangement of the classic Luiz Bonfa samba is played at around 208 bpm. It's bright,
happy, upbeat, and festive throughout, with the initial melody stated by alto 1 and trumpet
2 with solo chord changes for each. The groove switches to swing midway, then back to the
samba feel. A superb chart top to bottom on a great tune!
10593793 Jazz Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00
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