Hal Leonard Jazz Ensemble Sheet Music

Composed in a flashy merengue style, this brief blaze of glory is a perfect hair on fire opener or rousing score for mature ensembles. It featuers simmering sax lines, open solo possibilities, and car...

Sure to be recognized from its use in commercials and pop culture, this uptempo mambo will quickly become one of your band's favorites. The often-neglected trombone section gets the spotlight througho...

This standard by Horace Silver features a distinctive bass line groove and a laid back Latin style. Expertly adapted for this easy level, here is a great way to introduce the music of this jazz master...

Sofrito is a Latin jazz classic made famous by legendary percussionist Mongo Santamaria. Michael Mossman's smoldering arrangement features a moderate chacha groove and plenty of ensemble excitement th...

This jazz standard by Horace Silver from 1956 features an exotic and captivating Latin jazz groove along with a distinctive melodic line and chord progression. Mark Taylor uses elements from Horace's...

Here's a wonderful new take on a timeless melody. Michele Fernández shows her Latin expertise in this high-energy and sizzling arrangement for jazz ensemble. Sure to be a favorite with all audiences,...

This standard tune from 1945 has consistently remained a favorite with jazz musicians. Featuring a timeless melody, beautifully scored background parts, and a medium swing style, this standout chart f...

Designed as a flashy showpiece that features every section of the band, this uptempo burner is the perfect opener! After the attention-grabbing intro, the rhythm section starts things off then passes...

Includes: Birdland; Born to Be Wild; Eli's Comin'; Here, There and Everywhere; How High The Moon; Malaguena; A Night in Tunisia; Peanut Vendor; Shake, Rattle, and Roll; Stompin' at the Savoy; A String...

This outstanding Oliver Nelson composition has been a jazz favorite for many years. This arrangement alternates between small group statements of the melody with full ensemble sections. The modal chor...

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...

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.

Kenny Dorham's relaxed Latin classic is a must for all jazz programs. Mark has retained elements of the original version using a small group (alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone) on the opening statemen...

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...