Big Band pour débutants

This Latin bossa nova is ideal for bands at the easy level. The lyrical melody gives way to some exciting ensemble work that will make this a favorite of bands and audiences alike. Inspired by the Bra...

This addition to the ever-popular Chili Pepper series finds the Pepper visiting some familiar musical territory when a Latin groove is applied to the traditional children's tune Pop Goes The Weasel. C...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody combine to create the foundation of this driving Latin chart. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make this a perfect vehicle...

From the opening notes to the final chord, this exciting Latin original features a strong melody, open solo space for all (written or ad lib), and plenty of full ensemble work.

If an exciting, yet approachable salsa chart will round out your concert program, check out this spicy number! Dedicated to Ned Corman, Director of the Commission Project of New York, this zesty origi...

A driving Salsa chart with lots of intensity that just doesn't let up! A short alto sax/trumpet duet is featured along with plenty of unison sax and brass lines. An ad lib' or 'as is' solo is provided...

Here's a suave Latin tune designed to feature your tenor sax and trombone soloists. A memorable melody is supported by sophisticated, yet accessible harmonic motives throughout. Authentic Latin device...

Try this bright Latin chart for developing groups featuring solos for piano, and the two cats alluded to in the title - namely alto saxophone and trumpet. Even if you use the minimum instrumentation o...

Kendor continues its tradition of publishing accessible jazz charts that have integrity and style with this selection for developing groups set in a bright Latin feel. The introduction played by piano...

We welcome California jazz educator Mike Dana to the Kendor family of writers with this spirited Latin original for developing groups. Containing reasonable ranges and rhythmic figures, plus an exciti...

This irresistible Latin rock original has a happy attitude that's sure to catch the ears of developing jazz stars. The trumpet section is featured, and solos are provided for trumpet and tenor saxopho...

Continuing with his great contributions to literature for developing jazz groups, Les Sabina offers this catchy samba designed to give students a firm grasp of the exciting music of Brazil. The smooth...

Here's an accessible original featuring a tuneful melody and a variety of common calypso rhythmic figures. This chart, designed to make developing groups sound their best, includes thoughtfully prepar...

A medium bossa, nova, Tiara is another great introduction to Latin styles for young bands. This selection will make the jazz band sound sophisticated beyond their years.

Voici une autre version latine (Cha Cha) très directe de Baubles, Bangles & Beads, telle qu'interprétée par Tito Puente et son orchestre. Il s'agit d'un morceau d'ensemble du début à la fin, très dans...

Por Una Cabeza est le célèbre tango argentin du film "Scent of a Woman". Notre arrangement est très facile à jouer, avec des gammes de cuivres basses, mais donne un excellent tango. Le "couplet" est j...

Notre partition de Desafinado est écrite comme une bossa douce, mettant en vedette vos deux saxophones ténors. Les lignes de solo des saxos sont écrites, de sorte qu'aucune improvisation n'est nécessa...

Wheels" est un petit cha-cha du début des années 1960. Joe Loss et son orchestre ont connu un petit succès dans les hit-parades avec leur version. Sans être une transcription, notre enregistrement con...

An exciting full band arrangement of this Latin Rock classic. Suitable for student bands with trombones cued onto saxes. Written out piano, tenor and optional alternative flute/trombone/guitar solos w...

Bring the warmth of the Caribbean to your next concert with this very playable relaxed vocal number. Usual big band line up,plus optional 3 Flutes, 3 Bb Clarinets and Horn in F. This title is ideal fo...

BIG BAND GIRL VOCAL. The 1960's hit number as recorded by Dusty Springfield, in the original steady beat Latin style. A tenor sax solo is included as an alternative to the vocal.

This bossa Nova/Swing is easy to play and sounds great.

Simple Latin based tune written in mostly unision, octaves, counterpoint and block harmonies. Written solos for tenor and trumpet.

A Latin tune based on different uses of the Phrygian Mode, it has 3 easy harmonic sections. Can be played with 6 horns & rhythm.

Lovely bossa nova featuring unison flute melody and flute solo. Originally recorded by the Bill Watrous Big Band on his album 'The Tiger of San Pedro'.