All the fire and spice you need to get the party going - this solid Latin chart for developed high school ensembles begins with an emotional rubato piano introduction, then the salsa groove kicks in and the
Evocative and heartfelt, this composition is filled with beautiful dynamic contrasts, tight voicings, hip figures, and multiple layers of orchestration. The chart starts warmly with a written solo for
The 1960's Blue Note era inspired this Latin rock chart that is bursting with energy and drive. With solos for alto sax and trumpet, this unique work uses interplay between the winds along with interesting
This is the real deal – an authentic bossa nova from a master of the style. Creative voicings along with guitar and vibes create some fresh and exotic colors, and an unexpected shift to a funk groove
Out of the gate you're hooked! This bright Latin chart is the perfect change of pace for contest and festival or for your home stage. Intriguing harmony and rhythmic vitality make this chart shine. Written
Pull out all the stops with this chart! A brilliant salsa that is hot from beginning to end, this chart will leave your audience breathless. The rhythm section will love the groove, and the ensemble writing
This incredibly hip and engaging funk chart just keeps coming at you! After the intense introduction, the saxes jump in with the A section, followed closely by big and punchy brass. Solos for alto and tenor
Here is a great Latin samba chart that brings a relaxing island feel, drawing inspiration from legends Chuck Mangione and Sonny Rollins. With plenty of room for solos to feature your players and a
This is a laid-back Latin chart with lots of unison and soli playing. The trumpet high note is G above the staff and trombone is F. There are solos for trumpet and alto both written or improvised. This
Driving Latin rhythms, great polyphonic writing, and interesting major seventh over minor chord harmony combine to make this chart unforgettable. There are lots of dynamic contrasts, so the full range of
Perfect for concert or contest, this Latin rock chart channels the styling of Carlos Santana with a shimmering guitar part that is perfect for a strong performer. From top to bottom, this chart is hot and
This intriguing samba was inspired by time spent on the island of Gran Canaria off the coast of Africa. With melodic segments moving throughout the ensemble, the whole band will get a workout. There is solo
Originally written as a vocal solo with jazz ensemble, this beautiful bossa nova has been skillfully adapted to work as an instrumental. It features tenor saxophone and trumpet along with optional
This bossa nova has a unique harmonic approach. Each new phrase has some twists and turns that help make this a very interesting chart. A great sax soli written in the classic Nestico/Basie style is a great
Here is a great even-eighth note chart with a really catchy hook. The focus is on the ensemble, but there is solo space for tenor saxophone and trumpet. Your students will be humming this catchy tune long
This calypso chart might be the happiest piece ever written for young jazz ensemble. Like the classic Sonny Rollins piece St. Thomas, this composition uses simple basic chords and rhythms, but the
This Latin tune has a unique feel and flavor that you and your students will have a great time putting together! The ensemble is featured throughout, with each section getting an opportunity to show their
Composer Michele Fernandez created this authentic Brazilian samba chart that puts the listener on a Vespa flying down the road. Full of driving rhythms and intentional articulations, this superb work will