Jazz Ensemble for Beginners

This solid bossa/rock tune for developing groups starts and ends strong. Crisp brass punctuations, a steady 8/8 feel, and an expandable solo section are highlights. For soloists lacking the confidence...

A solid rhythmic groove and a lyrical melody join forces in this driving Latin chart that emulates the music of Horace Silver. Rich ensemble voicings and an open solo section over easy changes make it...

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.

Here is another very straight-ahead Latin (Cha Cha) version of Baubles, Bangles & Beads, as played by Tito Puente and his Orchestra. It is an ensemble chart from start to end, and very dancable. The a...

Por Una Cabeza is the famous Argentinian Tango from the film 'Scent of a Woman'. Our arrangement is very easy to play, with low brass ranges, yet makes for great Tango. The 'verse' is played by Flute,...

Our chart of Desafinado is written as a smooth bossa, featuring your two tenor saxes. The sax solo lines are written out, so no improvisation is needed. The brass have limited ranges, with trumpets on...

'Wheels' is a neat little Cha-Cha dating from the early 1960's. Joe Loss and his Orchestra had minor chart success with their version of it. Our chart, whilst not a transcription, retains much of the...

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.