By Lars Halle. For jazz ensemble (featuring: tenor saxophone, trumpet and trombone). Jazz Journey Series. Bossa Nova. Medium. Score and Set of Parts. Duration 6:25

By Bruce Pearson. For jazz ensemble. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Grade 1.5. Score and set of parts. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company

By Mike Tomaro. Threshold Series. Metheny Bossa. Level: Medium Easy. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

Composed by Mark Taylor. Easy Jazz Ensemble Series. Bossa Nova. Softcover. Published by Hal Leonard

Band jazz ensemble - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.ZB378

Composed by Dean Sorenson. Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method. Jazz. Score and set of parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB378. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB378).

UPC: 8402701951.

A sweet, melodic, light bossa nova - with a bite! Melbourne Walk-Up was inspired by the composer's visit to Melbourne, Australia, where, in the absence of an elevator in his hotel, he had to trek up the stairs with all of his luggage. Sorenson says: I composed this melody the following day, as I rested my sore back. Flexible orchestration allows it to be played by as few as 9 players. Additionally, everyone in the ensemble has an opportunity to improvise in the open solo section, and the set includes two suggested solos and a CD with a solo practice track, to facilitate successful improvisation.

About Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method

The Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method is designed to help both you and your jazz ensemble students explore the world of jazz through easy-to-use Rhythm Studies, Improvisation Studies, Instrument Specific Exercises, and full ensemble jazz charts. The approach is non-theoretical and aurally based. Each part book comes with an accompaniment CD, so like every great jazz player throughout history, students learn to play jazz by listening!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.031-2200-00

Composed by Rowe. Jazz Ensemble. Score and set of parts. Composed 1989. C.L. Barnhouse #031-2200-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.031-2200-00).

A very tasty bossa-rock tune with lots of audience appeal. Written to be playable with minimum instrumentation, it even has a flexible solo section which can be played by any instrument (suggested solos included) or can be extended to feature one first-rate soloist. Very playable and useable in many situations. A fine contest number for younger groups.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; 4th Trumpet doubles on flugelhorn - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62610

Composed by Steve Brown. Jazz Summit. Medium Slow Bossa Nova. Score and set of parts. Duration 5 minutes, 35 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62610. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62610).

UPC: 822795626100.

Paul Merrill, director of the Cornell University Jazz Ensemble (Ithaca, NY), commissioned this engaging bossa nova original for proficient groups. Don't let the title fool you, though, because there's an abundance of subtle, yet challenging material here requiring a mature approach from the ensemble. The melody is based on a simple four-note motif played by Miles Davis on his album Tutu. Brown later adapted this score for small-group and recorded it on his CD Night Waves (Brown Cats Productions/BC9501). Guitar, tenor sax, and flugelhorn are featured in melodic and solo roles. Duration 5:35.

Jazz Ensemble standard jazz ensemble; SATTB saxes; trumpets double on flugelhorn - Grade 5

SKU: KN.62625

Composed by Gene Thorne. Jazz Summit. ECM - Brazilian. Score and set of parts. Duration 7 minutes, 50 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #62625. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.62625).

UPC: 822795626254.

You'll definitely want to add this terrific Brazilian chart to your next festival or concert program. Alternating between the bossa style and a Brazilian funk feel known as partido alto, this engaging groove is adequately notated in the rhythm section parts to ensure an authentic rendering. A beautiful winding melody for horns is featured in this wonderful example of Kendor's continuing quest to offer sophisticated, yet accessible music for proficient groups. Duration 7:50.

Jazz Ensemble standard Jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes (standard jazz ensemble (Kendor Konvertible for 9-17 players) with opt. flute, clarinet, F horn, tuba and vibes) - Grade 1

SKU: KN.63365

(based on the chord changes to 'Blue Bossa' by Kenny Dorham). Composed by Les Sabina. Jazz Quest. Medium Fast Bossa. Kendor Music Inc #63365. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.63365).

UPC: 822795633658.

This medium-fast bossa for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to Blue Bossa by Kenny Dorham. The solo section is written out with solo sheets provided in all keys along with scales to assist students in improvisation. Duration 3:40.

Band Jazz Band - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.ZB454

Composed by Bruce Pearson. Latin. First Place for Jazz. Jazz. Score and parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #ZB454. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.ZB454).

UPC: 8402704870.

This straght-ahead bossa passes the melody all around the band and gives everyone interesting lines to play. In addition to an open solo section for the rest of the ensemble, this chart also features some solo space for drums and/or percussion. All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.

About First Place for Jazz

All First Place for Jazz selections feature moderate ranges, notated rhythm section parts, and open solo sections.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.GJK2306FS

Composed by Greg Yasinitsky. Jazz Gateway Series Grade 1.5. Bossa nova. Score Only. Kendor Music Inc #GJK2306FS. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.GJK2306FS).

12 x 9 inches.

This delightful, breezy bossa has all the ingredients of a great chart...an engaging melody, a fresh harmonic approach and captivating rhythmic development. Written solos are included for Trumpet 2 and Trombone 1 over easy ii7 - V changes followed by an inventive passage that opens up some new harmonic vistas.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.61987S

Composed by Lars Halle. Jazz Journey. Kendor Music Inc #61987S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61987S).

UPC: 822795619874.

This easy-going, feel-good bossa nova is the perfect follow-up to a high energy tune. It contains a combo featuring solo tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone (written solos provided) that converses effectively with the rest of the band. The composer's sturdy, yet gentle melodies and rhythms solidify the subtle impact of this great piece of music for advancing groups. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is includedrhythm section parts are notated. Duration 6:25.