In 1977 Stevie Wonder was in his prime and 'Sir Duke' was on top of the charts. Michael Mossman takes this familiar hit and adds his own unique touch. The middle section goes into a double time swing...
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...
Forse non lo riconoscerete dal titolo, ma Libertango è uno dei tanghi più conosciuti in tutto il mondo. Scritto con linee afose per i sassofoni e punteggiature ritmiche per gli ottoni, questo arrangia...
Here is one of the signature dance numbers from the landmark musical West Side Story. Michael Mossman has created a masterful adaptation for jazz band using elements from the original and a creative t...
Arranged here in a unique samba setting, Michael Mossman provides some surprising twists and turns in this familiar Latin classic by Antonio Carlos Jobim. Every section gets into the act, along with a...
Composed by jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, and arranged here by Latin master Michael Mossman, this appealing chart features a comfortable cha-cha groove, a distinctive harmonic progression, and a tunefu...
Here is one of the most tuneful of Jobim's many familiar Latin standards in a marvelous setting featuring a baritone sax soloist. The style is a laid-back Latin groove and Michael incorporates a wealt...
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...
Made famous at Woodstock back in 1969, Soul Sacrifice helped to put the group Santana in the mainstream of popular music. Interspersed with hot figures for the saxes and punches for the brass, you can...
3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Mossman)
This Ellington favorite adapts beautifully to the small band format in the skilled hands of Michael Mossman. The classic tune is still there, but with a contemporary twist.
Smooth bossa nova sophistication describe this classy chart. With its lyrical melodic style and terrific-sounding band accompaniment, this is truly a standout feature for a vocal soloist.
After an initial explosion of brass, the rhythm section settles into a Rumba Flamenco groove and the chart really starts to cook. The saxes get a workout on this one supported by hot brass lines. Incl...
Michael has reworked his popular big band version of this Latin classic to work in this format for little big band. Great groove and tight ensemble writing.
The trumpet section gets the spotlight for much of this Kenny Dorham standard, but there are still lots of interesting parts for all sections in this new arrangement by Michael Mossman. Written in a L...
This exciting Afro-Cuban composition is the opening cut from the 1993 album 944 Columbus, the final recording by Mario Bauza, one of the most influential figures in the development of Latin Jazz. The...
This sophisticated and highly infectious mambo is written in a moderate tempo and features solo space for trumpet and alto sax (flute part optional). Originally composed for the Mario Bauza Orchestra,...
In the able hands of master arranger Michael Philip Mossman, this popular standard from the 1930s takes on new life. Using a mix of cha-cha and mambo styles, this marvelous arrangement becomes a solo...
Written in a dynamic, fast, mambo style, saxes do most of the heavy lifting in this original from Michael Mossman, supported by punches and answers in the brass. With stunning harmonic treatments and...
Michael Mossman uses a moderately fast Afro-Cuban style to craft this setting of Duke Ellington's lesser-known work. This striking and fresh-sounding chart features tight harmonies and a driving rhyth...
True to its title, this really is a 'new' sounding bossa nova with creative harmonies, textures, and surprises. Michael takes the melody through various sections, along with solos for trumpet and alto...
Commissioned by the South Carolina Band Directors Association, Finya Wulo (Mende - 'funeral song') is written using a distinctive 12/8 'bembe' feel in a moderate tempo. The scoring utilizes a small co...
Recorded in the mid 1950s and also known as 'Trane's Blues, ' this jazz classic is credited to Miles Davis but reportedly penned by John Coltrane. Regardless, Michael Mossman's refreshing version craf...
Based on Michael Mossman's arrangement recorded by Tito Puente (on Special Delivery) here is Gerry Mulligan's jazz standard set in a simmering mambo style for Little Big Band. The entire ensemble gets...
Nobody does cha-cha like Michael Mossman. This inventive original features a smooth harmonic structure and a nice blend of inventive melodies with carefully crafted accompaniment figures. The solo sec...
This well-known Cuban song has been recorded by countless artists through the years, and receives a standout contemporary setting for full jazz ensemble from Latin master Michael Mossman. Arranged in...
Mofongo is a popular Puerto Rican menu item, and mama's version must be a particularly spicy dish! Set in a moderate mambo style, this catchy tune cruises along with feature spots for the brass and al...
Recorded by Chick Corea and Origin on the CD “Change,” this high-energy syncopated number is filled with intricate melodies and creative harmonies. This challenging arrangement will stretch your playe...
Nelle abili mani dell'arrangiatore Michael Mossman, questo classico di Irving Berlin si adatta perfettamente al mambo! Con alcune ondulazioni armoniche e un formidabile mix di stili di esecuzione, que...
With an aura of mystery and a sneaky medium swing style, this original from the pen of Michael Mossman features skilled and effective writing for the entire ensemble. The trumpet section is featured a...
Here is a unique and somewhat moody ballad featuring trombone lead. The colorful rhythm section scoring and rich harmonic structure make this an appealing change of pace for festivals or concerts.
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 your pianist, but the flexible sol...
Adapted as a mambo, Michael Mossman pulls out all the stops on this unique and exciting setting of Clifford Brown's jazz standard. The brass section screams out the melody while the saxes fill in blaz...
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...
Here is the Miles Davis jazz standard skillfully and uniquely arranged for 6 horns plus rhythm. On the head, the saxes take the signature melody line answered by the brass. The open solo section featu...
One of the all-time favorite TV themes, this is also an amazingly sophisticated and exciting Latin/Jazz composition. In the expert hands of Michael Mossman, here is an authentic-sounding version that...
Famously recorded by Louis Armstrong, Michael Mossman uses a moderate cha-cha style for a creative version of this classic melody. Even in this small band format there is an amazing variety in texture...
In 1987 Miles Davis took home the Grammy award for best jazz instrumental soloist for his performance on this composition by Marcus Miller. From the album by the same name, Tutu is creatively arranged...
Here is one of Tito Puente's best known Latin production numbers and, in the hands of Latin master Michael Philip Mossman, this chart sets up an infectious and authentic groove that just does not let...
Here is a great arrangement of this Latin classic done in an authentic Latin style but with a big band twist. All the rhythm parts are carefully notated taking the guesswork out of interpreting this c...
Composed by Latin master Tito Puente and made famous by Santana, this is one of the most popular Latin tunes ever written. Here's an oustanding arrangement for jazz ensemble featuring sizzling ensembl...
Jazz Ensemble Library - Grade 4 Jazz giant Ray Bryant penned this classic mambo and Michael Philip Mossman provides a dynamic setting for jazz ensemble! Fully notated rhythm section parts guarantee an...
Made famous by John Coltrane, but treated here in a more traditional Afro-Latin style, this is something a little different for jazz ensemble. As with all Mossman charts, the rhythm section is meticul...
More than just a showcase for your lead trumpet, this monster chart is a powerful statement for the entire ensemble. Opening with the quasi flamenco strains and followed by a melancholy trumpet solo,...
Explore the exciting world of mambo with this Michael Philip Mossman original commissioned by the Delavan-Darien (WI) H. S. Jazz Ensemble. A variety of moods and meters are used and there is solo spac...