Latin Jazz Ensemble Charts

In a medium up-tempo style, here is a great-sounding salsa version of the iconic standard. Saxes take the melody at first before handing it off to the brass while a variety of accompaniment effects and

"Time" charts have been a staple of jazz music since the days of Dave Brubeck, Johnny Richards, and Hank Levy. This chart is written in 7/4 time with a consistent 4+3 subdivision of the measure throughout.

Here's an easy, hip bossa nova written for jazz combo that can be put together in a short amount of time! It's perfect for concerts as well as community or school performances. Solo changes are included for

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

Commissioned by the Pebble Hills Jazz Ensemble of El Paso, TX, for their performance at the 2022 Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic. This chart was one of the most talked about pieces premiered at Midwest

This energetic Latin rock chart features a driving beat and a more relaxed half-time feel. Numerous solo opportunities with written solos are provided along with easy, accessible chord changes. There's

This Latin samba tune in the tradition of Tiger of San Pedro is great for intermediate groups looking to bring some energy to their performance. Full of solid writing with punchy brass hits, your group will

Here is a cheerful Latin waltz chart that brings a new age flair along with it. There's careful consideration for ranges, and the syncopation provides a great chance to focus on rhythm. 

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

Featuring tenor sax and trombone, here's a smooth arrangement of one of Jobim's best melodies! With a medium samba groove and skilled scoring throughout, this one sounds great in the six-horn

Conveying a sentiment that we can all relate to, this masterful and poignant bossa nova features a sensitive, fully notated piano solo, richly scored horns, and solo options for both novice and intermediate

Your students will love this very accessible and exciting salsa twist on the timeless jazz standard. The rhythmic horn writing and expertly detailed rhythm section parts will enable your band to sound

One of the most exciting and engaging Latin styles is the cha-cha-cha! Composed using a moderate tempo and featuring expertly crafted melodic lines, audiences are sure to sway to the sound of this authentic

Un poco mas - a little bit more- that's what this chart offers, and it delivers! Opening with a definitive brass statement, it settles into a smooth Latin groove before switching things up with 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

Composed in the early 1960s, this marvelous bossa nova may not be as well known as some, but it is no less attractive - especially arranged here for young bands. A brief duet of trumpet and tenor gives way

Based on the chord changes for Autumn Leaves, this easy-going samba puts a new spin on the classic jazz standard. After the melody is presented, an ensemble montuna section follows where the figure

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 upbeat Latin chart delivers an exciting twist on the classic tune I'm Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover. There are solos provided for alto sax and trumpet. This chart is very approachable and