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Commissioned by the Augustana College Jazz Ensemble in Sioux Falls (SD), this exciting Latin outing will provide a wonderful change up on your next program. A trumpet solo early in the chart and an op...

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...

Commissioned by the 2006 First Jazz Ensemble at the Melbourne Youth Summer Music School in Australia, this Latin original for advancing groups is sure to have your audience tapping their feet. In his...

This Latin rock piece for advancing groups is set in a Carlos Santana style, played with a gentle, yet driving beat - similar to Brazilian music. Mellow Latin percussion instruments (congas, shaker, t...

Here's an exciting samba for advancing groups that's sure to put a smile on everyone's face. It features trumpet and trombone soloists, beautiful harmonies, and interesting counterpoint and lyricism....

This samba for advancing groups works well as an opener or closer at any time of year! With an interesting hook, a compelling melody, sophisticated harmonies, and a choice of soloists, it truly is for...

Recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on the CD Old School - New Lessons (MCG Jazz), this inventive original for proficient groups takes the Latin guaguanco rhythm to an entirely new destination. This...

Though listed as a fast swing, this original starts in a mambo feel and alternates between the two styles throughout. Reminiscent of the hard bop classics recorded by Art Blakey and the Jazz Messenger...

Here's a great salsa original for proficient groups that employs a strong melody supported by authentic Latin harmonies and solid orchestration. To ensure the proper groove, the piano montunos are ful...

Gato del Sol is everything a bossa nova should be: subtle, melodic, and always in a relaxed groove. An ample tenor sax solo covering an entire chorus of the tune, plus a montuno, is just one highlight...

Gato del Sol is everything a bossa nova should be: subtle, melodic, and always in a relaxed groove. An ample tenor sax solo covering an entire chorus of the tune, plus a montuno, is just one highlight...

New Music for Jazz Ensemble. Features Chord Changes And Scales For Improvisation During All Solo Passages; Chord Changes And Notated Voicings In The Piano Part; Chord Changes And Notated Lines In The...

Feature your lead trombone on this accessible Bossa inspired by writing of the legendary Thad Jones.

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.

A sizzling grade one introduction to the Latin style featuring authentic rhythms written for the full jazz ensemble.Set the audience on fire with this sizzling grade one introduction to the Latin styl...