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

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.

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 ZAREMBA DREW. Brincando com Fogo by Drew Zaremba is a fiery baião Latin played at half note = 100 BPM. Lead trumpet range is to written G on top of the staff, suggested written solos for tenor 1 and trumpet 2, space for drum fills, auxiliary percussion, optional instruments to include vibes, plus non-stop action. Energy abounds! (6:16) / 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

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.

Made famous at Woodstock back in 1969 Soul Sacrifice helped to put the group Santana in the mainstream of popular music. Interspersed with hot figures for the saxes and punches for the brass you can use this excitingarrangement to feature your drummer and/or conga player. Also included are solos for alto sax and guitar.

Originally recorded by the Bill Watrous big band back in the '70s John La Barbera brings us this sizzling version of his classic samba-style composition adapted for six horns. (Grade 4)

The trombone section takes the spotlight in this smooth arrangement of Jobim's well-known standard. There are solo sections for alto sax and piano with creatively written accompaniment figures. The powerful ending section beginswith a striking full band unison and drives to the end. Great production number for mature groups.