Edition: Jazz Big Band Arrangement

Description: Latin - Difficult

Publisher: Walrus Music Publishing

This is a Brazilian jazz piece for big band that combines jazz with a simple folk-like motive developed through many rhythmic and harmonic settings. The groove frame is inspired by two Brazilian Northeastern rhythms: baião and maracatú. It features the tenor and alto saxophones, trumpet and trombone as soloists. It can be expanded to have piano, bass and guitar solos. Arranged for the standard big band, optional parts for vibraphone and flute are also available but not necessary. Instrumentation: 2 altos, 2 tenors, baritone sax, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, guitar, piano, bass, drums.The highest note on the trumpet is a concert B above the staff. Difficult

Full Score
2 Alto Saxophones
2 Tenor Saxophones
Baritone Saxophone
4 Trumpets
4 Trombones
Guitar
Piano
Bass
Drums

Trumpet 1: B5