Latin Jazz Ensemble Charts

This Latin mambo style has been on the rise. This chart features a repeating ostinato in the piano that allows the rest of the ensemble to dance around it. Written-out improv-type solos are provided for two

A great pun on the similarly named bossa nova classic, this chart will work for just about any level of ensemble and is a great introduction for younger players. Instrumentation is for two trumpets, one

Here's a classic Cole Porter tune at a very accessible level for young performers. Written with a focus on achievable ranges and learning the bossa nova style, this chart is great for musicians starting out

Build up your rhythm section with this getaway to Curacao! Built on an easy Latin groove and moderate tempo, this chart will transport everyone to the islands without leaving the band room. Featuring a

Escape to the ocean with this fun tune that makes you feel like you are at the beach. This breezy chart is great as an opener for your concert and helps enforce syncopated rhythms for young

This exciting up-tempo Latin funk chart is perfect for beginning groups. Based on the chord changes to Groove Merchant by Jerome Richardson, this is the perfect closer for your next concert. This

The danzon is a slow, formal Cuban dance. This original chart is an excellent introduction for young players to this particular Latin style. Strong ensemble scoring, written solos for tenor sax and trumpet,

Authentic percussion patterns empower the cha-cha rhythms of this selection. Here is a fun tune with an infections feel! This solid Latin chart includes many unison passages and is easily playable with

This tune is written in the style of a cha-cha. It has an open solo section to give all of your students an opportunity for improvisation along with some great ensemble playing. The piece builds into an

This original Brazilian samba captures the authenticity of the style and brings to life the drive and excitement of the culture from which it originates. The title is Portuguese for "In the Next Life." This

The smart phone has revolutionized communications - and this chart does the same for big-band performance. The solo section allows players to explore the art of improvisation in complete freedom,

A carnival is a raucous celebration, and this infectious Latin chart will make everyone want to get up and dance! Great melody, great groove, great fun. With flexible scoring, this chart will be accessible

Based on the chord changes to Flamingo, this medium-tempo samba features easy-to-play rhythms, an open solo section, and plenty of unison melodies. The open solo section features any soloist, with

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

This medium-tempo pop bossa chart is reminiscent of the music of the Pat Metheny Group. Despite the complex harmonies and challenging syncopated rhythms, this piece has a light, airy, and chill feel to it.

This cha cha is based on the chord changes to My Little Suede Shoes by Charlie Parker - it's a great opportunity to introduce an authentic Latin style. The solo section is written out with solo

Translated to "How's it going?," this bright, energetic Latin chart includes a written or improvised open solo section for any soloist, with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist

The Late Night Llama is a driving Latin composition with a catchy piano riff that's central to this chart, featuring dynamic horn lines and a short rhythm section. The written or improvised solos

A solid bass line groove is the foundation of this fun Latin/rock chart for young jazz bands. All sections have the melody at some time and other features include: highly melodic lines, a written solo for

Kris Berg's Spring Break is an exciting samba chart that moves right along at a brisk pace. At around 210 bpm, it features an exciting melody and an accessible solo section over the provided

Skillfully written for the youngest jazz ensembles, this original Latin/rock chart played at about 128-138 bpm is easy to rehearse, teach and learn. It's a very effective and playable vehicle that

This bossa nova layers pleasing melodies and clever harmonies on top of the classic beat from Brazil. After the melody statement, there's a nice development section leading to the open solo section where

Firewalker begins with a tension and release sound by the horns alone, and eases into a driving samba groove. The features include moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, an open solo