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In this fresh version of Ludwig van Beethoven's classic theme, the lead melodic line is carried by every member of the quartet at one time or another, enhanced by a variety of creative accompaniment f...

This familiar favorite from Sylvia by Léo Delibes will be lots of fun to perform as the melody bounces back and fourth between the first alto and tenor saxophone. This grade 2+ work is arranged for AA...

This is a fun and lively rondo which features the lead alto player while the rest of the ensemble takes on accompaniment roles.

his classic, lively piece by Johann Strauss II will have the audience tapping their feet. Written for grade 3 AATB saxophone quartets, it is the perfect encore selection!

This iconic theme from Gioacchino Rossini's final opera of the same name is one of the world's best known melodies. The notoriously brisk tempo (half note = 132) demands that every player does their p...

This set of challenging solos is based upon the orchestral style of snare drum performance. While abundant accents and dynamic changes are provided in every selection, sticking indications have been l...

This collection is unique in that depending on the tempo selected, the solo can be a grade 1, grade 2 or grade 3. Therefore, the three solos equate to nine solos depending on the chosen tempo. These w...

Arranged by tubist Michael Salzman, all eight pieces in this collection have been carefully edited by pianist Carl Strommento ensure a great musical experience for grade 4 players. Destined to become...

This grade 6 original was written to showcase a player's virtuosity and agility on an instrument that's too seldom given the artistic credit it deserves. The 3-part work features a heroic main theme,...

Not many works for strings translate well to brass, but this baroque Violin Sonata by Arcangelo Corelli is the exception. This arrangement of all 5 movements gives the brass player ample time to displ...

Recorded on the SWR Big Band CD Fun Time, this medium tempo ballad has an irresistible Latin beat. Trumpets double on flugelhorn and solo space is reserved for trumpet/flugelhorn and alto sax. Each se...

Esta sabrosa Samba le llevará en un viaje musical al corazón de Brasil. Perfecta para tu Jazz Ensemble en desarrollo, con ritmos pegadizos, armonías coloridas y un ritmo relajado que emula las calles...

Esta sabrosa Samba le llevará en un viaje musical al corazón de Brasil. Perfecta para tu Jazz Ensemble en desarrollo, con ritmos pegadizos, armonías coloridas y un ritmo relajado que emula las calles...

Esta sabrosa Samba le llevará en un viaje musical al corazón de Brasil. Perfecta para tu Jazz Ensemble en desarrollo, con ritmos pegadizos, armonías coloridas y un ritmo relajado que emula las calles...

Esta sabrosa Samba le llevará en un viaje musical al corazón de Brasil. Perfecta para tu Jazz Ensemble en desarrollo, con ritmos pegadizos, armonías coloridas y un ritmo relajado que emula las calles...

Esta sabrosa Samba le llevará en un viaje musical al corazón de Brasil. Perfecta para tu Jazz Ensemble en desarrollo, con ritmos pegadizos, armonías coloridas y un ritmo relajado que emula las calles...

Bring fiery Latin energy to the stage with "El Caborojeno", an exhilarating salsa arrangement for big band published by the renowned Kendor Music! This dynamic piece stands out with its irresistibly d...

At last the origins of the elusive Chili Pepper are revealed in the Pepper's first foray into the Jazz Foundations Series! Set in a driving tempo (quarter note = 176), this exciting tune makes the Chi...

Take a driving Latin-rock groove and add a strong, straightforward melody, and you have this winning change-of-pace chart for groups at the very easy level. Scored for 4 horns with rhythm section and...

Featuring trumpet, this easy level chart opens with a rubato introduction and solo melodic statement before the slow bossa groove takes over. Lush ensemble writing throughout provides a perfect settin...

This bossa nova original is a tip of the hat to jazz legend Horace Silver. Based on the chord progression to one of Silver's most famous compositions, Song For My Father, this accessible chart provide...

Emulating the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim and Eliane Elias, this light and breezy samba is an ideal change-of-pace choice for your next program. With a title that means 'lovely' in Portuguese, it fe...

An intriguing, even-8th-note Latin groove serves as the perfect backdrop for a haunting melody and some wonderful ensemble work. An open solo section (written or ad lib) rounds out the package on this...

Featuring a compelling mambo groove and a memorable melody, this will be great fun for medium-level bands and a big hit with audiences. Written in an authentic 3-2 clave, sheets with chord changes and...

Commissioned by the Sioux Falls (SD) Middle School All City Jazz Band and the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, this chart combines two of the most important styles in jazz -- Latin and swing. Solid...