Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Latin Waltz - Medium Easy/Medium

Publisher: HX Music

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A cheerful Latin waltz with a pseudo-6/8 syncopation throughout, Abacus was written for the 2022 Indiana Junior All-State Jazz Ensemble. Optional vibes and auxiliary percussion round out a fully-orchestrated rhythm section while supporting solos on any instrument. Younger players will benefit from the provided transcriptions for alto and trumpet that match the recording note-for-note. An 8-bar drum solo over a vamp brings the band back in.

Top trumpet note: G5

(2:30)

 

Full Score
2 Alto Saxophones
2 Tenor Saxophones
Baritone Saxophone
4 Trumpets
4 Trombones
Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drums
Vibraphone (Optional)
Percussion: Triangle, Congas, Cowbell (Optional)
Flute/Violin (Optional; Tpt 1)
Clarinet (Optional; A Sax 1)
F Horn (Optional; Tbn 1)
Baritone T.C. (Optional; Tbn 3)