Partitions pour Big Band

The title is perfect for the cool, laidback feel of this bossa nova original for advancing groups. Melodic motives are assigned to the full ensemble and to various sections of the band. Written or ad...

El Tigre is composed in the songo style, which is frequently heard in salsa music. The memorable winding melodies and sturdy harmonies are supported by the effective and constantly active rhythm secti...

This authentic Brazilian bossa for advancing groups is an appealing blend of gently syncopated rhythms and rich harmonies. Chord changes for the open solo section are included for alto, tenor, trumpet...

Commissioned by the St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute Jazz Ensemble of Kenmore, NY, this spirited Latin original for advancing groups is a real showstopper! The title in Portuguese means a samba schoo...

This exciting, uptempo samba for advancing groups is a great way to spotlight a fabulous trombone section on the familiar In A Mellow Tone or Rose Room chord changes. Trombones not only play the melod...

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 effect...

Commissioned by the Gates Chili High School Jazz Ensemble in Rochester, New York, this original for proficient groups alternates between a Latin and straight 8th-note feel, and draws on the ascending...

This 2015 Grammy-nominated arrangement, was recorded by the Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra on Strength In Numbers' (Summit Records). The original Stephen Foster waltz is refitted here as a medium-brig...

This chart for proficient groups utilizes a driving Afro-Cuban 12/8 feel to simulate the power and tension of a full strength hurricane. When you're not experiencing mental images of a raging storm ma...

This original for proficient groups is a sure bet for getting your audiences and judges engaged. Effective salsa rhythms are utilized throughout and the brass ranges are moderate. Duration 5:00.

This cha cha for beginning groups is based on the chord changes to My Little Suede Shoes by Charlie Parker, and is a great chart to introduce the authentic Latin style! The solo section is written out...

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. Written for beginning groups, the open solo section...

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 assi...

This fresh setting of Ellington's immortal standard gives it a unique salsa twist! Though the vocalist (or tenor sax) is the primary feature, this chart showcases the whole band's ability to establish...

Rum and Coca Cola est un succès durable des Andrews Sisters, chanté sur un rythme calypso, à l'exception des cinq dernières mesures qui passent au tempo swing. Magnifiquement transcrites par Alan Glas...

Get your band into that Jazz Jamaica Groove with this Jamiroquai / Jools Holland Ska Version from 'Small World Big Band' (Includes optional alternative trombone solo part). Key C. Down a Minor 3rd and...

Big Band Instrumental (with optional vocal) based on the original Tito Puente version, from the album 'Party with Puente'. A very effective but not difficult chart. Top note A for 1st trumpet. Include...

An augmented big band (Concert Orchestra) version of the bright latin number for 5 saxes (AATTB), 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, 4 rhythm, 2 flutes, 2 Bb clarinets, violins I and II, viola, cello, vocal and...

Medium tempo Jazz Samba that captures a tinge of Spain while allowing Jazz elements to shine through. Solo sections are on 2 chord changes (Cm/Db) making for easy soloing.

The LP The First Circle contains some of the most exciting contemporary music ever created. This chart has been acclaimed as one of the best big band arrangements ever done! The piece is rhythmically...

The music of Steely Dan has come to Sierra Music! From one of the masters of contemporary big band arranging, the late, great Fred Sturm completely captures the Steely Dan vibe in his arrangement of T...

Arranged by Bill Holman and originally recorded by the Woody Herman Orchestra, featuring Stan Getz, on their album Live at the Concord Jazz Festival, The Dolphin (El Delfrin) is written in a beautiful...

Bob Curnow continue d'enrichir ses arrangements prolifiques de la musique de Pat Metheny & Lyle Mays avec l'un de leurs morceaux les plus populaires, "Phase Dance". Dans un genre qui leur est propre,...

Bob Curnow is well known for his many arrangements he has done of the music of Pat Metheny & Lyle Mays. Here is his take on one of the PMG's most popular tunes (finally). First recorded on the 'Off Ra...

From the pen of one of the very best arrangers, this chart just SINGS with optimism (hence the title?) and joy. A wonderful Latin feel, with ample solo space for your keyboard genius, or others. w/Sop...