Par FERNANDEZ MICHELE. One of the most exciting and engaging Latin styles is the Cha-Cha-Chá! Composed using a moderate tempo and featuring expertly crafted melodic lines, audiences are sure to sway to the sound of this authentic Cuban style. All parts are carefully notated to ensure the correct interpretation of this important style. / Date parution : 2023-01-24/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Par FERNANDEZ MICHELE. Having written this for her son in 1998, composer Michele Fernández brings us this highly emotional and rewarding work for jazz ensemble. The nostalgic opening solo section (which is optional) leads to a sizzling salsa groove which gradually intensifies throughout. The distinctive melody is complemented with lushly scored countermelodies, and all rhythm section parts are carefully notated for authenticity. Playable with 1 or 2 percussionists. / Date parution : 2022-11-29/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Par GOODWIN GORDON. A Latin straight-eighth groove played at 125 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to written G-sharp on the staff, suggested written solos provided for flexibility for C, B-flat, E-flat, and bass clef instruments. Includes auxiliary percussion and vibes. Change Is Good by Gordon Goodwin is a refreshing and mellow chart that will appeal to everyone. (5:27) / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Majestic, audacieux et passionnant! Découvrez excellent latin de Mike Story avec une rainure bossa facile. Les caractéristiques comprennent un solo écrit-out trompette, les chaînes de laiton faciles, et les pièces en option pour inclure flûte, clarinette, cor, baryton, tuba, du vibraphone. Le tempo est suggéré à MM = 140. Facile, bien écrit et efficace pour n'importe quel concert. / Ensemble De Jazz

Arr. Paul Murtha. Par PUENTE TITO. / Niveau : 1.5 / Répertoire / Jazz Ensemble

Vocal Solo/Jazz Ensemble Series-Vocal Solo with Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3-4 Made famous by Astrud Gilberto and Stan Getz this laid back Latin favorite features a great groove and tasty ensemble writing to back your singer either male or female.

Supplementing the Essential Elements Jazz Ensemble Method this extremely playable Latin number evokes the sea and the beach. It has interesting harmonies appealing rhythms and features a very approachable solo section that canbe opened for anyonein the band.

Cette chanson cubaine très connue a été enregistrée par de nombreux artistes au cours des années et cet extraordinaire arrangement contemporain pour ensemble de jazz est du maître du Latin Michael Mossman. La section solo est suivie d?un out-chorus dont les différentes idées sont développées en commençant par le rythme. Arrangement magnifique qui fonctionne bien.

With Arturo Sandoval's newest CD ?Hot House? the trumpet master strongly asserts himself as a force to be reckoned with in the area of big band jazz. This is the lead-off tune to the CD and it combines the traditionalCuban dance style with a bit of contemporary funk. The result is a sultry mix that is both dynamic and powerful. Includes solos for Tenor and Trumpet.

Here is 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 Michael incorporates a wealth of creative harmonic andtextural devices in this distinctive arrangement. Also included is a sax soli and a lush tutti ensemble chorus to round things out.

Michael has reworked his popular big band version of this Latin classic to work in this format for little big band. Great groove and tight ensemble writing.

With flowing melodies and a light bossa feel Mark's arrangement of this standard is a wonderful feature for flugelhorn. The solo section includes a written sample and the ensemble voicings and harmonies are superb. Listen forthe flugel playing lead with the sax section.

Classy Latin sounds abound in this moderately paced chart that showcases the melodic and harmonic genius of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Opening with a rhythm section vamp the trumpets take the first chorus then provide a creativecounterline as the saxes take over. Scored to sound full with young players this chart will sound great with few rehearsals. Short written (or ad lib.) solos are featured for alto and trumpet.

Stan Kenton's signature version is probably the best-known treatment of this Spanish classic. Mike's easy arrangement draws upon this version while keeping the ranges and rhythms well within the reach of beginning groups. A real powerhouse!