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Originally composed for the 1935 movie Top Hat starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, this classic has remained a jazz favorite ever since. Arranged in a very comfortable key for female vocalists, t...

This 'barn burner' by outstanding arranger John Wasson was recorded by the very hot Jim Widner Big Band for his commercially available CD Body and Soul on the Chase Music Group label. Pure Latin fire...

Mark has given this Jerome Kern favorite a soft Bossa treatment that serves as a solo feature for flugelhorn. The tempo is comfortably moderate and the scoring is exceptional.

Gordon Goodwin's CD Big Phat Band - Swingin' For The Fences contains a wealth of terrific charts in a wide variety of styles by this talented writer. This sizzling Latin masterpiece written in a songo...

With an almost hypnotic 3/4 rhythmic pattern, here is an effective yet easy version of this standard made famous by John Coltrane. The saxes are featured on the first chorus then the brass get a choru...

Written for and recorded by Mario Bauza, Michael Philip Mossman adds his own unique flare to this Dizzy Gillespie Latin jazz classic. Featured soloists include trumpet (of course), as well as trombone...

When it comes to Latin compositions, it just doesn't get any better than the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. This classic tune is nicely adapted for young players, featuring the brass on the 'one note'...

Classy Latin sounds abound in this moderately paced chart that showcases the melodic and harmonic genius of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Opening with a rhythm section vamp, the trumpets take the first chorus...

One of the classic examples of the Afro-Cuban style in jazz, Manteca endures as a true standard. Available here in a version playable by young bands, Michael Sweeney carefully simplifies the complexit...

Here is a sizzling Afro-Cuban version of this Chick Corea classic that is sure to be an impressive addition to any program for mature bands. Perfect as a feature for you pianist, but the flexible solo...

This Latin favorite has received renewed attention thanks to a recording by Michael Bublé. Here is a version for younger players that gives all sections a chance to shine. Includes brief solos for tru...

Everyone knows the familiar version recorded in the late '50s by the Champs, but here is a unique arrangement for jazz ensemble in a salsa style that's sure to be a treat for players and listeners ali...

From Chick Corea's My Spanish Heart album, this tune is not really a rhumba, but rather an extremely energetic samba. This chart features dynamic and challenging passages for the entire ensemble and a...

Celebrate the legend of Marvin Hamlisch with this terrific moderate Latin setting of one of his timeless classics. A trombone soloist is featured throughout along with a smooth ensemble blend.

This appealing and lighthearted tune by Charlie Parker is treated here in a medium-tempo samba style. A small group comprised of alto, tenor, trumpet, trombone and guitar takes the lead for the first...

Recorded by countless jazz artists ranging from Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto to Miles Davis and Frank Sinatra, Jobim's refined classic is a welcome addition on any program. This chart is sure to be a...

Although originally an Italian song composed in 1960, Estate has become a jazz standard thanks in part to the Bossa nova version recorded by Joao Gilberto. This smooth version for younger players feat...

Here is a good example of creative arranging using very limited technical demands. Michael has taken this familiar standard and converted it into a smooth-sounding Latin chart. A trumpet/alto duet sta...

This smooth Latin favorite has been around for more than 50 years and recorded countless times, including recently by Michael BublÚ. The easy rhythms and infectious groove make this a great choice for...

Arranged in a medium tempo Bossa style, this standard is a natural for vocalists. Jerry's smooth arrangement includes nice accompaniment lines as well as a feature section for the full ensemble.

This well-known Latin classic has been recorded by many jazz artists and lends itself to an easy relaxed feel. Written in a very comfortable range for vocalists, this exceptional chart by Mark Taylor...

Smooth bossa nova sophistication describe this classy chart. With its lyrical melodic style and terrific-sounding band accompaniment, this is truly a standout feature for a vocal soloist.

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Paul Jennings' masterful arrangement from 1982 sounds as fresh today as it did 20 years ago. The authentic sounds of Chick Corea's classic are faithfully captured and this new edition is notated in cu...