Latin Jazz Ensemble Charts

All the fire and spice you need to get the party going - this solid Latin chart for developed high school ensembles begins with an emotional rubato piano introduction, then the salsa groove kicks in and the

Evocative and heartfelt, this composition is filled with beautiful dynamic contrasts, tight voicings, hip figures, and multiple layers of orchestration. The chart starts warmly with a written solo for

This bossa nova has a unique harmonic approach. Each new phrase has some twists and turns that help make this a very interesting chart. A great sax soli written in the classic Nestico/Basie style is a great

Composer Michele Fernandez created this authentic Brazilian samba chart that puts the listener on a Vespa flying down the road. Full of driving rhythms and intentional articulations, this superb work will

Perfect for concert or contest, this Latin rock chart channels the styling of Carlos Santana with a shimmering guitar part that is perfect for a strong performer. From top to bottom, this chart is hot and

The 1960's Blue Note era inspired this Latin rock chart that is bursting with energy and drive. With solos for alto sax and trumpet, this unique work uses interplay between the winds along with interesting

This festive bossa nova setting of a favorite carol is full of fresh harmonization. This is a great chart for your winter concert!

Here is a great Latin samba chart that brings a relaxing island feel, drawing inspiration from legends Chuck Mangione and Sonny Rollins. With plenty of room for solos to feature your players and a

Here's a classy way to introduce the bossa nova style to your developing players. This lyrical chart is great for focusing on developing dynamic phrasing without being too advanced. 

This calypso chart might be the happiest piece ever written for young jazz ensemble. Like the classic Sonny Rollins piece St. Thomas, this composition uses simple basic chords and rhythms, but the

This is a laid-back Latin chart with lots of unison and soli playing. The trumpet high note is G above the staff and trombone is F. There are solos for trumpet and alto both written or improvised. This

Driving Latin rhythms, great polyphonic writing, and interesting major seventh over minor chord harmony combine to make this chart unforgettable. There are lots of dynamic contrasts, so the full range of

Pull out all the stops with this chart! A brilliant salsa that is hot from beginning to end, this chart will leave your audience breathless. The rhythm section will love the groove, and the ensemble writing

This Latin tune has a unique feel and flavor that you and your students will have a great time putting together! The ensemble is featured throughout, with each section getting an opportunity to show their

This intriguing samba was inspired by time spent on the island of Gran Canaria off the coast of Africa. With melodic segments moving throughout the ensemble, the whole band will get a workout. There is solo